Employment

There are multiple employment opportunities available for military family members in search of work in Meridian, MS. Lauderdale County is currently experiencing an unemployment rate of about 3.6%.  The unemployment rate for MS is 4.1% and the national average is 3.6%.

Many of the job openings in the city of Meridian are in retail, manufacturing, and medical. 

Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) jobs are typically available on base. Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) offices often have on-base employment opportunities for spouses of military service members. MWR jobs can be found on USA Jobs.

For more information on MWR, please visit www.navymwrmeridian.com. 

State and county employment assistance is offered through the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES).

Moreover, Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) personnel can assist families in successfully finding jobs. The FFSC implements the Family Employment Readiness Program (FERP) and Transition Assistance Program (TAP) for individuals looking for work. Through one-on-one assistance as well as programs and workshops, FFSC staff equips families with resume writing skills, application tips, and interviewing skills. It is extremely important for job seekers to provide as much documentation as possible (including transcripts, resume, and identification) for a successful job search. In order to receive unemployment benefits in the state of Mississippi, one must be registered with Employment Services of the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES).

Just as military veterans have sacrificed so much in service to our country, so too have their spouses. The Navy and Marine Corps recognize the invaluable contribution of military spouses and welcome their talents and strengths in our civilian workforce. 

In the Department of the Navy—and throughout the Federal Government—military spouses have greater opportunities than ever before to be hired as members of the civilian workforce.

http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/How-to-Apply/Military-Spouses/Pages/Default.aspx

For more information, call Fleet and Family at 601-679-2360.

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

The unemployment rate for Lauderdale County is 3.6%. The unemployment rate for MS is 4.1%. The median household income is $42,922.