Employment Support Program Illinois National Guard Employment Support Program 1

Employment Support Program Helps bridge the gap between the military job seeker and the employer Provides employment assistance to job seekers National Guard Service Members, Family Members Unemployed, Under employed, looking to make their next career move Career counseling for job seekers Personal career planning, resume/cover letter writing, interview prep, job search techniques, and translating military skills

Job Seeker Assistance Primary focus is assisting Illinois National Guard Service Members, Veterans and Family Members (SMVFMs) in finding career employment opportunities through individual counseling, web-based application programs, job fairs, employment assistance agencies and established employer relationships Provide employment preparation assistance Reach out to National Guard Unit Commanders and SMVFMs within the State of Illinois to ensure all are kept informed and involved on employment services and opportunities Refer qualified National Guard SMVFMs to employers

Job Search Preparation What I Can Do For You!! Ask Clarifying Guidance Questions What career / job is the job seeker interested in? Dream Job? Experience? Education? Resume Preparation Assistance How to Interview How to Dress Job Fair Preparation

Employer Interaction Liaison with employers to assist in their recruitment efforts Participate in employer outreach meetings and events and invite employers to participate in Employer Engagement Events at local armories and other venues Increase employer awareness on the value of hiring skilled and trained members of the National Guard SMVFMs

Federal Employment Getting into a Federal Job USAJobs is not the only place to find federal employment Understand the federal job search from start to interview Federal resumes are much different than civilian Understanding veterans preference and the multiple ways to apply within the system

Employment Support POC Thomas Korth – Program Support Specialist, Amyx Inc. National Guard Employment Support Program Contractor Camp Lincoln, Springfield 217-761-3971 thomas.j.korth.ctr@mail.mil https://www.casy4vets.org/ILNationalGuard/

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