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Here are some books about jobs and careers in the military:
Here are some books:
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By Janet Farley
Jist Works
Paperback (208 pages)
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This book provides a framework for career transition for military service members and their families. While other books similar in scope address just one or two aspects of the job search process, this one addresses the actual entire transition process and includes the family perspective with it. |
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JIST Works
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150 Best Jobs Through Military Training, a new addition to JIST's Best Jobs series, provides a wealth of information that helps readers discover how 75 military occupations connect to 150 promising jobs in the civilian work world. This helpful resource features 45 "best civilian jobs" lists organized by pay, growth, openings, part-time work, self-employment, gender, interest, and personality type to show readers which jobs offer the most opportunities. Bonus lists reveal the top 20 occupations held by veterans and the top 20 fields in which veterans work. Extensive civilian job descriptions help anyone interested in the military, those currently enlisted, and veterans explore dynamic career opportunities that make the most of military training. |
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By David G. Henderson
Stackpole Books
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Comprehensive, popular guide to a successful job search More than 40 examples of successful resumes Now in its fifth edition, this highly popular book offers the separating servicemember the most up-to-date information on planning a smooth transition (and translation) of military experience to well-paying civilian jobs. Includes experience assessment, job market, resume writing, interviewing tips, and benefits and salary negotiations. Includes new information on converging technologies, such as using the Internet, online job bulletin boards, and military career transition websites to make the most of your job search experience. |
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By Adrian Paradis
McGraw-Hill
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Are you looking for the latest information to open the door to the career of your dreams? Opportunities in Military Careers covers a range of jobs in this sector, from those that require high school and trade school to associate, four-year, and graduate degrees. You'll find up-to-date salary statistics, training requirements, as well as the lowdown on life on the job. This comprehensive, no-nonsense guide takes the stress out of launching a career that's both satisfying and financially rewarding. |
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By Kathryn Troutman
The Resume Place, Inc.
Paperback (120 pages)
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President Obama has created an Executive Order to help veterans start a career in the federal government. The President s Initiative on Employment for Veterans will make a difference for veterans transitioning to the federal government. BUT ... Veterans STILL need a federal resume that will get them at least minimally qualified, and hopefully best qualified. Write a stellar federal resume and get hired into best jobs in America and throughout the world. Get critical resume tips on: how to add keywords to match your federal resume to a particular vacancy announcement; highlighting your accomplishments so that federal human resources specialists will notice them; and interpreting important sections of the vacancy announcement, such as HOW TO APPLY instructions. Includes short, easy-to-read, samples of Military to Federal Resumes in the Outline Format for USAJOBS, CPOL, DONHR, AVUE, Talentlink, and other federal resume builders. This edition also features a CD-ROM with over ten samples of Military to Federal Resumes. The second edition is shortened, edited, and reformmated from the first edition into a friendly, quick guide that veterans will be able to use. |
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By Janet I. Farley
Impact Publications
Paperback (233 pages)
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This book reveals the secrets of job search success for military spouses, who face special career challenges because of their mobility. |
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Jist Works
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Contains the latest information on more than 20 military careers, and includes details on all branches of the armed forces. Perfect for both active and former military personnel, this book contains information gathered directly from the Department of Defense Careers Department. |
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By Donald B. Hutton
Barron's Educational Series
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There's a lot more than hype behind those recruitment spots that announce: "Be all that you can be!"..."Aim High!" and "It's More Than a Job--It's an Adventure!" In fact, America's modern military service branches offer young men and women training that prepares them for hundreds of different, highly rewarding manual, technical, and professional occupations. Barron's Guide to Military Careers is a must-read volume for everybody considering a career in the army, air force, navy, marines, or coast guard. The book features an inventory of each branch's major military equipment, resource listings that include available publications and videos, and a glossary of military terms. It also describes military training and available academic and special training programs, as well as ROTC programs. Among the military career opportunities described in this book are those in administration, aviation, combat, construction, engineering, health, human services, law enforcement, machine work, public affairs, ship operations, and many more. |
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By Jon Mitchell
Kogan Page
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Every year 250,000 men and women leave the US military for other work. This book offers career answers to servicemen and -women doing just that. Author Jon Mitchell, a job recruiter who specializes in job placement for military veterans, offers exercises, tools, case studies, and tips designed to ease the transition from active duty to the civilian workforce. The book includes advice on resume preparation, interview techniques, working with job recruiters, and evaluating job offers. |
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By Harry N. Drier
Vgm Career Horizons
Paperback (258 pages)
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Discusses the psychology of the transition to civilian life, and offers advice on planning and job search strategies. |
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