Why a veterans might be your next BEST hire?
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Well Educated
The military has traditionally encouraged its service members to take advantage of continuing education programs. Indeed, more veterans have college education and many possess a Bachelor’s Degree or higher. Today’s new veterans will have spent one-fourth of their military careers as students or instructors in their various specialties. Leadership Veterans understand practical ways to manage and achieve goals in even the most trying circumstances. They are trained to lead by example as well as through direction, delegation, motivation, and inspiration. Diversity and Inclusion in Action Veterans have worked respectfully and cooperatively alongside others regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or mental and physical capabilities Conscientious and Hard Working Service members are taught early on to pay meticulous attention to detail. These emerging new veterans know how to set priorities, how to work under pressure, how to function as part of a team and how to exercise initiative. As future civilian employees, transitioning military personnel have the education, training, experiences and personal characteristics that can easily make them invaluable to employers in today’s competitive labor market. Health and Fitness The military has programs to maintain the health and fitness of the service member. Potential employers will generally find emerging veterans to be in excellent health. There is rigorous drug prevention and detection program that’s service members live with, so that drug abuse is almost non-existent in the Veteran. Efficient Performance under Pressure Service members have the capacity to know how to accomplish tasks on time and in spite of stress or adversity. They understand the importance of dedication and perseverance. Integrity Veterans know what it means to do an “honest day’s work.” This integrity translates into qualities of sincerity and trustworthiness. Tapping the Talent Veterans have sophisticated and up-to-date work experience in occupational specialties which are directly transferable to civilian sector.
Triumph over Adversity Veterans are individuals who have triumphed over adversity. They have the proven ability to overcome challenges and obstacles through strength and determination. Employers and others interested in learning more about hiring veterans can contact the Orange County Veterans Employment Committee at ocvec.org@gmail.com. |
Resources for Employers
VETERANS BENEFITS FOR SENIORS TIPS FOR YOUR NEXT PCS MOVE SERVICE MEMBERS' LEGAL RIGHTS WHILE ON ACTIVE DUTY GUIDE TO FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR MILITARY FAMILIES SESAME STREET FOR MILITARY FAMILIES OPERATION AMERICAN DREAM: A GUIDE TO BUYING AND KEEPING YOUR HOME IN THE MILITARY EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES FOR MILITARY SPOUSES MILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS' GUIDE TO STARTING A BUSINESS |
