RSSIssue 7:8 – Tuesday, August 1, 2006
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The Veteran Eagle is a newsletter for veterans, transitioning military, their family members, and friends and supporters of VetJobs.
VetJobs is sponsored and partially owned by the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States.
VetJobs is the only job board endorsed by the Vietnam Veterans of America.
This month’s Veteran Eagle is sponsored by: Chase Military Mortgage and TECHEXPO Top Secret
Contents:
1. Message from the Top
2. Career Call on Radio Sandy Springs
3. Freedom Award Recipients Announced by Department of Defense
4. WEDDLE’s Survey – Job Boards Lead Hiring
5. The Wall That Heals
6. Most ‘Call to Service’ Sailors Won’t Stay on Active Duty
7. Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood
8. Military Related Job Fairs for August
9. National Guard and Reserve Mobilized as of July 26, 2006
10. Significant Events this Month in Military History
HAVE YOU REFRESHED YOUR RESUME SO EMPLOYERS KNOW YOU ARE AVAILABLE?
Most employers will not look at a resume over 30 days old. You should refresh your resume every two weeks!
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1. Message from the Top
The staff at VetJobs congratulates the recipients of the 2006 Freedom Award which is sponsored by the National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (see Article 3 below). This Department of Defense award recognizes those companies that go above and beyond in their support for members of the National Guard and Reserve. The ceremony recognizing the recipient companies will be September 21, 2006, at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington, D.C. We are proud to have several of the recipients as members of VetJobs!
Regular readers know that I have for some time argued that there is a paradigm shift taking place in how one finds a job. Internet job boards have replaced networking as the number one way to find a job. This was again confirmed by a WEDDLE’s survey (see Article 4 below) last month of how candidates are finding jobs.
However, as with any paradigm shift, it takes time for everyone to understand what has happened. For example, at the turn of the nineteenth to the twentieth century, there were many who advocated that the new horseless carriages would never replace a man’s horse. They argued that you could not find petrol for the new contraptions; parts were hard to come by; very few people knew how to maintain the horseless carriages; and it was just a passing toy fad for the rich. Yet by the end of World War I the die was cast. The populations in the United States and Europe moved from the horse to the car. But there were still people in denial that the paradigm of modes of transport had or would change.
Today I occasionally run into a candidate that thinks the only way to find a job is through networking. There are even some in the human resource community that are in denial about the paradigm shift to the Internet regarding finding a job or finding employees. The old dominant method of networking, while still vital to any job search, is no longer the number one way to find a job. Numerous sources confirm the paradigm shift has occurred and the Internet is now the proven way most jobs found. But not everyone has realized the shift. Those who do not, will get left behind.
Reinforcing the paradigm shift and the WEDDLE’s survey was a recent study by Booz Allen Hamilton of 73 leading large employers covering over 100,000 hires. That study found that 51% of the jobs filled in 2005 were from the Internet and only 5% came from newspapers. The study also showed that the majority of employers felt the Web contributed to an increase in quality of new hires in 2005 over previous years. More importantly, in terms of what the companies planned to use for future recruiting, 51% chose niche jobs boards to only 29% for general job boards.
This information is important to you when you are planning your job search. According to the U.S. Conference Board, two million brand new job openings are posted online every month. Niche job boards should be a critical part to any effort you undertake, and as a veteran or a member of a military family, VetJobs should be the leading part of your job search strategy!
While there are no federal holidays this month, we do celebrate the birthday of the US Coast Guard! On August 4, 1790, the United States Coast Guard was founded. With the War on Terrorism, the Coast Guard has a very vital role in the defense of our country both at home and overseas. If you meet a member of the Coast Guard this month, tell them “Happy Birthday!”
Finally, for those of you who are attending the VFW 107th National Convention in Reno, NV, August 26 through August 31, stop by and visit the VetJobs booth. We look forward to talking with you!
If you know of any companies that should be hiring veterans and transitioning military and their family members, please send in the referral so we may contact the company.
As always, if there is anything we at VetJobs can do for you, please do not hesitate to call or email.
And remember, Freedom Is Never Free – Support Our Armed Forces and Veterans
Best regards,
Ted Daywalt
President
/—August Veteran Eagle sponsor is Chase Military Mortgage—-\
Chase Offers $300 Off Closing Costs To Military Members, Veterans — and Parents and Children.
Chase has enhanced its Military Mortgage Program by offering $300 off closing costs to all active military members, veterans as well as their parents and children when purchasing a home through Chase Mortgage. The offer expands Chase’s Military Mortgage Program, which gives special attention to Guard and Reserve servicemembers at the time of loan origination, during their mobilization and for more than a year after demobilization.
One of the highlights of Chase’s Military Mortgage Program is its extended repayment agreement, which allows qualified servicemembers to defer payments on their mortgage for a Title 10 or 32 Mobilization lasting 30 consecutive days or longer.
To learn more about this innovative program, please visit www.chasemilitaryhomeloan.com or go to a local Chase bank branch (refer to code SSAS A072).
\—–Please visit your August Veteran Eagle sponsor Chase Military Mortgage —–/
2. Career Call on Radio Sandy Springs
Career Call is sponsored by VetJobs. Each program is aired Sundays at 3:00 PM EST. Be sure to tune in on the Internet for these exciting programs at www.radiosandysprings.com. If you have a subject you want covered in the program, email your suggestion to info@vetjobs.com. Your career is your choice, so make the right call – listen to Career Call on Radio Sandy Springs!
/—August Veteran Eagle sponsor is TECHEXPO Top Secret—-\
TECHEXPO Top Secret’s next job fairs are Tuesday, August 8th in Colorado Springs, CO; Wednesday, August 9th in Pentagon City, VA; and Thursday, August 17th in Baltimore, MD. Interview with leading government contractors. Full schedule, event details, & pre-registration on http://www.TechExpoUSA.com For professionals with active security clearance only. Free admission.
\—–Please visit your August Veteran Eagle sponsor TECHEXPO Top Secret —–/
3. Freedom Award Recipients Announced by Department of Defense
The Department of Defense announced today the 15 recipients of the 2006 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, which is sponsored by the National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). They include:
AgCountry Farm Credit Services of Fargo, ND
Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, Minneapolis, MN
Baptist Health of Little Rock, AR
BNSF Railway Company, Fort Worth, TX
Cardi’s Furniture Superstores, Swansea, MA
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Computer Sciences Corp, El Segundo, CA
DuPont, Wilmington, DE
Fred Fletemeyer Company, Colorado Springs, CO
MGM Mirage, Las Vegas, NV
Skyline Membership Corp, West Jefferson, NC
South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks, Pierre, SD
Starbucks Corp, Seattle, WA
State of Vermont
Sun Valley General Improvement District, Sun Valley, NV
“On behalf of the men and women serving in the National Guard and Reserve, I would like to congratulate these firms and thank them for their outstanding support,” said Bob Hollingsworth, the executive director of ESGR. “By going above and beyond what is required by law, these firms set a high standard for all of America’s private and public employers.” ESGR will present the Freedom Awards at a ceremony on Sept. 21 at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington, D.C.
4. WEDDLE’s Survey – Job Boards Lead Hiring
WEDDLE’s recently asked the visitors to the WEDDLE’s web site to answer how they found their last job. A total of 708 people nationwide participated in the survey which constitutes a statistically significant sampling. Here’s what the respondents said were the top ten sources of hire:
31.2% Answered an ad on a job board
10.6% Sent their resume to the company
9.3% Answered an ad in the newspaper
8.5% Responded to a tip from a friend
6.8% Were referred by an employee of the company
6.6% Received a call from a headhunter
5.1% Answered an ad posted on the company’s Web-site
4.9% Attended a career fair
4.8% Used networking at a business event
2.7% Received a call from a staffing firm
2.7% Responded to a tip from a family member
5. The Wall That Heals
On Veterans Day 1996, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund unveiled a half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC, designed to travel to communities throughout the United States. The Wall That Heals features a Traveling Museum and Information Center providing a comprehensive educational component to enrich and complete visitors’ experiences. The Museum chronicles the Vietnam War era and the unique healing power of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, while the Information Center serves as a venue for people to learn about friends and loved ones lost in the war. Here is where the exhibit will be in August:
August 3 – 6 Richmond, Kentucky, Richmond Battlefield Park, sponsored by VFW Post 7098
August 24 – 27 Slater, Missouri, City Athletic Fields Slater Chamber of Commerce, sponsored by Slater American Legion & VFW Posts
6. Most Call to Service Sailors Won’t Stay on Active Duty
National Call to Service active-duty extensions have been put on hold, except in cases of critical Navy need. Chief Yeoman (AW) Toni Banks, NCS program manager for the Reserve Component, said the new policy became effective in May. Previously, NCS allowed sailors to serve on active duty for as little as 15 months after training, if they agreed to serve an additional 24 months on active duty or in a drilling reserve unit when their initial enlistment ended. Now, NCS sailors will in most cases only go into the Navy Reserve after the initial 15 months. Traditional enlistments are from four to six years, but do not require members to drill after their active-duty service ends. Banks said NCS sailors must now file a written request to extend. Such requests would be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, based on the active service’s need.
7. Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood
The Army, Marine Corps, Navy and Air Force have jointed in a partnership with The National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (NACCRRA) to support military families. NACCRA works with a network of more than 800 child care resource and referral agencies. These agencies are located in every state and most communities throughout the United States and help military families locate affordable, quality civilian child care programs in the communities where they reside. The service is available to active duty, National Guard and Reserve. For more information, call Child Care Aware toll free at 800-424-2246 or visit www.naccrra.org/militaryprograms.
8. Military Related Job Fairs for August
8/6, Bradley-Morris Hiring Conference for Transitioning Military, Austin, TX, register online for more information at www.Bradley-Morris.com
8/7-8, Orion International Military Hiring Conference (Technicians Only), Norfolk, VA, register online for more information at www.orioninternational.com
8/7-8, Orion International Military Hiring Conference, Philadelphia, PA, register online for more information at www.orioninternational.com
8/8, TECHEXPO Top Secret, Doubletree Hotel, 1775 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
8/9, TECHEXPO Top Secret, The Ritz Carlton, Pentagon City – 1250 South Hayes St. Arlington, VA, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
8/10, MilitaryStars Northeast Regional Career Expo, Hilton New York Hotel, 1335 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
8/13-14, Bradley-Morris Hiring Conference for Transitioning Military, Norfolk, VA, register online for more information at www.Bradley-Morris.com
8/14-15, Orion International Military Hiring Conference, Dallas, TX, register online for more information at www.orioninternational.com
8/15, Job Leader National Job Fair (NCOA), Omni Newport News Hotel, 1000 Omni Blvd. Newport News, VA, 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
8/15, Fort Rucker Job Fair, Aviator’s Landing on Novosel Street. Fort Rucker, AL, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
8/15, MilitaryStars Midwest Regional Career, Renaissance Denver Hotel, 3801 Quebec Street Denver, CO, 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM
8/17, TECHEXPO Top Secret, BWI Marriott – 1743 West Nursery Road Baltimore, MD, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
8/17, Job Leader National Job Fair (NCOA), Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th Street, Virginia Beach, VA, 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
8/18, ACAP Hiring Event, Building 1625 Long Street, Room 133, Fort Carson, CO, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
8/20-21, Bradley-Morris Hiring Conference for Transitioning Military, Sand Diego, CA, register online for more information at www.Bradley-Morris.com
8/22, ACAP Expo, Building 3437, Fort Wainwright, AK, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
8/23, LEDA Job Fair, Heymann Convention Center, 1373 South College Rd., Lafayette, LA, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
8/25-26, Nexus Resource Group Hiring Event, Macon, GA, register online at www.nexusrg.com
8/26, American Legion Job/Benefits Fair, Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, UT, 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
8/27-28, Bradley-Morris Hiring Conference for Transitioning Military, Atlanta, GA, register online for more information at www.Bradley-Morris.com
8/28-29, Orion International Military Hiring Conference, San Diego, CA, register online for more information at www.orioninternational.com
8/28-29, Orion International Military Hiring Conference, Raleigh, NC, register online for more information at www.orioninternational.com
8/29, Career Fair, Solomon Center, Building 6510, Fort Jackson, SC, 9:00 AM to Noon
NOTE: If you attend one of these job fairs, please mention you saw the event listed in the Veteran Eagle from VetJobs!
NOTE: If your organization is hosting a military related job fair, please forward the information to info@vetjobs.com.
9. National Guard and Reserve Mobilized as of July 26, 2006
Total number currently on active duty in support of the partial mobilization for the Army National Guard and Army Reserve is 88,619; Navy Reserve, 5,302; Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve, 6,830; Marine Corps Reserve, 7,298; and the Coast Guard Reserve, 315. This brings the total National Guard and Reserve personnel, who have been mobilized, to 108,364, including both units and individual augmentees. A cumulative roster of all National Guard and Reserve personnel, who are currently mobilized, can be found at http://www.defenselink.mil/news/Jul2006/d20060726ngr.pdf.
10. Significant Events this Month in Military History
1782 – The Purple Heart Medal was established by Congress.
1790 – US Coast Guard established.
1801 – The USS Enterprise seized the Tripolitan corsair Tripoli in naval action in the Mediterranean Sea (War with Tripoli).
1864 – Admiral David Farragut, USN, exclaiming “Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead,” ran through a Confederate minefield at Mobile Bay, Alabama, and captured a defending group of Confederate ships (American Civil War).
1914 – Germany declared war on Russia and France declared full mobilization for war (World War I).
1914 – Britain declared war on Austria-Hungary (World War I).
1941 – Beginning of the three-year siege of Leningrad by German troops (World War II).
1942 – US Marines landed on Guadalcanal, in the Solomon Islands, the first American amphibious operation in World War II.
1945 – The US Army Air Force bomber Enola Gay, piloted by COL Paul Tibbets, dropped the first atomic bomb on the city of Hiroshima, Japan. (World War II).
1945 – The second atomic bomb is dropped by a U.S. plane on Nagasaki, Japan.
1945 – The Empire of Japan surrendered to the Allied forces, ending World War II.
1950 – Defense of Pusan/Naktong Perimeter began (Korean War).
1952 – The Battle of Bunker Hill (Hill 122) began (Korean War).
1982 – Eight hundred U.S. Marines landed in Beirut, Lebanon, as part of a multinational force overseeing the withdrawal of PLO fighters.
1990 – Operation Desert Shield began.
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