With the holidays approaching, it may be tempting to put job hunting on the back burner. Stay alert and finish this year strong – you’ll be glad you did. This month features law enforcement and security, which are a natural fit for many veterans. Likewise, police forces richly benefit from hiring veteran talent. With more than 775,000 jobs posted on our site (and thousands in law enforcement), keeping your candidate profile current is a must. Also, everyone at RecruitMilitary wishes you and your families a Happy Thanksgiving, and we’re thankful for your service both past and present. Featured Industry - Law Enforcement With one uniform swap, you can continue to serve America and keep it safe. Career prospects in law enforcement will remain solid through 2022. The organizational structure of most agencies resembles that of the armed forces. Jobs will also be added in certain areas as the demand increases for emergency responders to meet the needs of an aging population. Learn more. Current Jobs in Law Enforcement & Security National Security Agency - Staff Officer: https://board.recruitmilitary/jobs/15542701 U.S. Security Associates - Security Officer: https://board.recruitmilitary/jobs/15798459 The Geo Group - Assistant Shift Supervisor – Lieutenant: ttps://board.recruitmilitary/jobs/15781146 Featured Agency & Veteran Success - San Diego Police Dept. California’s second-largest city with more than one million inhabitants needs to hire 700 officers in the next five years. See how Taerance Oh leveraged his experience as a Marine into a successful career as a police officer here. Research Guide to a Career in Law Enforcement Use this guide to learn about job opportunities in law enforcement, and the overall strength of that sector. All of the URL’s are live links in the digital version of Search & Employ®. You can access the digital magazine as well as PDF’s of this issue and back issues here. How to nail the “Tell me about yourself” interview question This is not an invitation to ramble endlessly. Because your answer will set the tone for the rest of the interview, it’s important to have a plan of attack. Bottom line: when answering this question, there are two rules: 1. Don’t tell your life story. 2. Do give pertinent information to the job for which you’re interviewing. Read on to learn what other do’s and don’ts can set you apart. Federal hiring from A to Z: Learn the basics of the federal hiring process, as well as veterans’ preference and special appointing authorities designed for veterans by clicking here. Encouraging Economic Indicators Spell Good Signs Ahead for Small Business If you are out to become your own boss, being a franchise owner could take your career to new heights. Recently released economic data suggest a health in the broader economy. Specifically, the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment index just posted a 7-year high. As well, US Industrial Output rose a full percent and doubled the forecast by Briefing. Finally, the Census Bureau announced a 1.5% rise in building permits plus a 6.3% improvement in groundbreaking. The latter gain put the annualized rate for housing starts back above $1 million. These are all bullish signs for those interested in starting a small business of their own. To learn more about entrepreneurship through franchise ownership and what options are out there, attend a free webinar, Franchising as a More Lucrative and Stable Career Path for Veterans, sponsored by Veteran Franchise Centers, a strategic initiative of RecruitMilitary. There is no charge to attend but you must pre-register, which you can do online by clicking on the linked seminar title. You may also register by calling toll free 866.246.2884. Media Partner: U.S. Veterans Magazine U.S. Veterans Magazine’s goal is to provide transitioning service members, veterans and their families with valuable information and resources concerning education, employment, entrepreneurship and much more. The publication is distributed to TAP/ TRS/ ACAP offices and vet centers nationwide, as well as veteran-focused conferences, job fairs and events, libraries and bookstores, and a digital subscription is offered to veterans at no cost. Each issue is chock-full of articles, features and profiles relevant to career/employment, women in the military, health/wellness, government, STEM, veterans with disabilities, minority veterans, veteran business owners, veteran-friendly companies and supplier diversity on veterans who have overcome the challenges of transition, up-to-date legislation and policies, celebrities who are genuinely championing and acting on behalf of veterans and companies and organizations that go out of their way to assist our nation’s heroes. Click here to view the current issue of USVM featuring the great Robin Williams, and click here to claim your free digital subscription. Join us on social media: LinkedIn - Hosts daily discussions about transitioning from military to the civilian workforce, job openings, and job fair information. Join the discussion today and expand your job-seeking and military network! Facebook – Every day, keep up to date with motivational stories, and don’t miss Find a Job Friday where from 12-1, you enter the job you want, and we search for and provide a link back to you to apply. Twitter – Receive veteran news, career tips and event updates daily. More Career Resources Find a veteran career fair near you. Visit: https://events.recruitmilitary Webinar - 7 Tips for Veterans to Get a Job Through a Career Fair View: rmvets/7tipsoereg Receive automated job alerts: Learn more: rmvets/jobsforme Have a security clearance? Visit: https://secure.clearancejobs/register.php?action=candidate&ref=rm Need help with your resume? DIY with our FREE Resume Best Practices Guide: docs.recruitmilitary/pdf/Resume_Best_Practices.pdf Get professional resume help: https://recruitmilitary/resume-writing Read Search & Employ® magazine Loaded with tips and careers, read it today: rmvets/SENovInc Free Professional Development Resources Visit: rmvets/learnport
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