Employment

Some jobs are plentiful in Savannah, Brunswick, Statesboro and surrounding areas. Good employment prospects are registered Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Social Services, Construction, Physical Security, Teaching, Food Service, Warehouse and Management. Fair employment prospects are Administrative, Engineering, Sales, and Data Entry. Poor employment prospects are in teen employment. Georgia's unemployment rate is 4.1% and minimum wage is $7.25.

ACS Employment Readiness Program

Soldiers, DA civilian employees, spouses, retirees, surviving spouses, and family members (to include youth), are eligible and highly encouraged to participate free of charge. A professional Job Search Trainer will help you identify your immediate and long range career goals. Based on your needs assessment an Individual Career Plan will be developed to help ensure that you receive the necessary assistance. Employment Readiness will provide job search training, but it's not a job placement service. A professional Job Search Trainer will help you identify your skills and assist you every step of the way during your job search. You'll also have access to valuable references on the national job market and be able to attend seminars and workshops on job search. You'll also have access to valuable references on the national job market and be able to attend seminars and workshops on job search strategies, interview skills, and salary negotiation. A resource center containing computers are available for preparing letters and resumes. The ACS Employment Readiness Program (ERP) provides individual screening and referrals for job vacancies. The program maintains a job bank of current, unique, and ongoing employment opportunities.

Other services include:

• Job referral/ Introduction
• Resume Assistance
• Application Assistance
• Educational Volunteer Resources
• Navigating USAJOB'S
• Computer Workshops
• Youth Development Workshops

The ACS Family Employment Readiness Program (FERP) is located at 171 Haley Ave., Bldg 1286. Contact the FERP at 912-315-6816.

Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (CPAC)

The Appropriated Funds (AF) and Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) offices are located in the CPAC office, which is located at Ft Stewart in the Soldier Service Center, building 253. They are also located They provide job listings for federal jobs and instruct interested applicants on how to apply. The CPAC office also provides job vacancy announcements and applications for NAF jobs for Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield. Vacancy announcements are also available online.

For job hunting purposes, be sure to hand carry all employment records and documents such as, resumes, Standard form (SF) 50, college transcripts, certificates and licenses. Any other documentation pertinent to employment should also be hand carried.

My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA)

For information on MyCAA and Military Spouse Education and Career Opportunities, visit Military OneSource.

Eligibility for benefits is determined based on past wages, reason for job separation, and availability and job search requirements. Claims for unemployment insurance may be filed at any Georgia Department of Labor Career Center. When filing a claim, you should bring:

• Your social security number. A claim cannot be filed without a social security number.
• Employer-issued separation letter or notice, if one was provided.
• Names and addresses of all employers for the last 18 months and the dates worked for each.
• Proof of immigration status is required for non-U.S. citizens
• Personal check with the account number and the bank routing number if you want benefits deposited directly into a checking or savings account.
• Claims are effective on the date they are filed and are not retroactive to the last day worked.