AuthorWarren Wright is a 20-year veteran of the Air Force, Army, and National Guard. He has taken his experience in both the military and civilian sector and used that to help veterans in Northern New York translate their skills and expertise into marketable traits sought by employers throughout the North Country. ArchivesCategories |
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So, you’ve left the military. Now what?3/31/2021 Transitioning from a military to a civilian career can be an exciting experience, bring on new challenges and experiences. However, the transition can also be stressful and confusing, especially if you’re not exactly sure where to start. The key to a successful transition is knowing you’re not alone. Each year, approximately 200,000 servicemembers transition to civilian life. Unfortunately, many may struggle to find civilian employment due to varying factors. For instance, some veterans may not know how their military training and experience could apply to a civilian job. Fortunately, help is available. The services provided by the North Country Veteran Employment Connection go beyond simply connecting veterans with civilian employers. The center also offers veterans training in resume writing, interview techniques, and assistance in translating military experience and training into terms and skills understood by civilian hiring managers. When translating military experience, it’s important to understand that just because your skills were tailored to fulfill military requirements, it doesn’t mean they won’t be useful in a civilian job. For example, a squad leader in the Army might say, “As a squad leader, I was the tactical center of the team, responsible for reporting up the chain of command, overseeing the care and maintenance of the squad’s weapons, and tactically deploying the squad during missions and patrols.” This skillset can then be translated into, “As a team leader, I was responsible for managing the team dynamic and ensuring multifaceted tasks were completed by deadlines. I ensured accurate and timely reporting of team progress to organizational management. Additionally, I supervised the care and upkeep of more than $153,000 worth of equipment, led the team through challenging and demanding projects, and provided guidance and leadership to team members while empowering them to learn and grow in a complex environment.” Of course, this is just one example, but one can see how tactical military experience does have relevance in the civilian sector. Civilian employers are looking for the dynamic experiences and skills former military members can bring to an organization. Furthermore, they’re looking for individuals with the integrity, discipline, and professionalism inherent in those who’ve chosen to serve their country. By understanding how to translate that into terminology understood by civilians, you will have a leg up in your hunt for a rewarding career. To learn more about how to translate your military experience or to take advantage of other services provided by the NCVEC, please give us a call at (888) 121-1212, stop by the office, or fill out a contact hard here: https://ncvec.weebly.com/contact.html. We’re waiting to hear from you.
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