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Your Partner for Employment

Finding a job can feel overwhelming, but Employment Readiness Program is here to help. Whether you're new to the area, re-entering the workforce, looking for career growth, or leaving the armed forces for the civilian world, we provide the resources and support to get you the job you’re looking for.

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Job Listings and Market Trends

Access local, national, and remote job prospects

Learn about job market trends and local hiring opportunities

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Career Coaching and Resume Assistance

  • Get expert feedback on your resume and cover letter

  • Take advantage of one-on-one career counseling and job search strategy sessions

  • Get personalized career assessments to find the right fit for your skills

  • Work with someone who understands the value you bring to the table

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Job Fairs and Hiring Events

Attend in-person and virtual job fairs with military-friendly employers

Connect directly with recruiters hiring for government, private sector, and on-post jobs

Workshops and Training

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Learn how to ace interviews and negotiate salaries

Master LinkedIn and online job searches

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Gain networking skills to expand your career horizons


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Infant Massage & Baby Nurturing

Create strong bonds & increase communication between baby & parent.

Sep 8 9 am - 11:30 am
Infant Massage & Baby Nurturing

Infant Massage & Baby Nurturing

Create strong bonds & increase communication between baby & parent.

Sep 8 9 am - 11:30 am
Infant Massage & Baby Nurturing
Spouse Welcome

Spouse Welcome

New View, New Community

Sep 8 10 am - 11 am
Nurturing Families Through Play

Nurturing Families Through Play

This 10-week class teaches parents of children ages 3 to 10 how to use child play therapy skills to reduce behavioral problems and nurture parent-child relationships. Registration is required.

Sep 8 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Family Care Plan

Family Care Plan

"Helping You Take Care of Your Family"

Sep 8 12 pm - 12:30 pm
Child Support Consultations

Child Support Consultations

"Helping Parents and Caretakers Provide for Their Families"

Sep 8 1 pm - 3:30 pm
Heartbeat

Heartbeat

Sep 8 6:15 pm - 8 pm
Nurturing Parenting (Infant to 5 years)

Nurturing Parenting (Infant to 5 years)

This 12-week class teaches parents how to be nurturing to their children as well as themselves. Topics include communication with your child, how to build your child’s self-esteem, behavior management techniques and much more.

Sep 9 9:30 am - 11:45 am
Credit 101 - Your Score Your Report

Credit 101 - Your Score Your Report

Stay on top of your credit. Help prevent fraud or identity theft by understanding your credit score and managing your credit report.

Sep 9 10 am - 11 am
Transition Brief

Transition Brief

For Soldiers who are in the transition process (Chapter, ETS, IDES/MEB, Retirement). Learn about resources and benefits to help you transition as best as possible, to include clearing on post. Spouses are encouraged to attend.

Sep 9 10 am - 11 am
Navigating the USCIS Website

Navigating the USCIS Website

Sep 9 12 pm - 12:30 pm
Major Purchases - Home & Car Buying Guide

Major Purchases - Home & Car Buying Guide

Practical class that walks you through the steps, costs, and smart strategies for making two of life's biggest purchases with confidence.

Sep 9 1 pm - 2 pm
Federal Employment Tools

Federal Employment Tools

Create and build a complete USAJOBS.gov profile, make it searchable, learn how to search for and apply to job announcements in this 90-minute course. This course combines the two federal workshops, Navigating USAJOBS and Federal Resume 101. For a free USAJOBS account, register at www.usajobs.gov and follow the following steps. · Create a login.gov account to sign in to USAJOBS (first time users). · Login.gov is a service that offers secure and private online access to government programs, such as Federal benefits, services, and applications. · Use the same email address for login.gov and USAJOBS. · Create a new password. · Have a working phone number (mobile or landline); login.gov will send a unique security code each time you sign into your account. · Create a USAJOBS profile using the same email address for login.gov. · Create a new password for USAJOBS (first time users).

Sep 9 1:30 pm - 3 pm
Interview Skills & Techniques

Interview Skills & Techniques

Monthly re-occurring class. Join this interactive workshop to learn what common interview mistakes to avoid and discuss frequently asked questions. Cover tips and trends and learn how to effectively interview for the job. Mock interviews can be scheduled separately by appointment.

Sep 9 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Nurturing Parenting (3 to 12 years)

Nurturing Parenting (3 to 12 years)

This 12-week class includes topics of communication with your child, how to build your child’s self-esteem, behavior management techniques and much more.

Sep 9 5:30 pm - 7:45 pm
Nurturing Parenting (3 to 12 years)

Nurturing Parenting (3 to 12 years)

This 12-week class includes topics of communication with your child, how to build your child’s self-esteem, behavior management techniques and much more.

Sep 9 5:30 pm - 7:45 pm
Family Care Plan

Family Care Plan

"Helping You Take Care of Your Family"

Sep 10 12 pm - 12:30 pm
Play Group

Play Group

Sep 11 9:30 am - 11:30 am
WIC Walk-in's

WIC Walk-in's

"Empowering Families with Food, Nutrition, Education, and More"

Sep 14 1 pm - 3:30 pm
Boot Camp for New Parents

Boot Camp for New Parents

Sleepless nights? Endless diaper changes? Welcome to parenthood! If you're looking for a manual for that tiny human you just brought home, we've got the next best thing. Our FREE Boot Camp for New Parents connects you with experts and other parents who get it. Classes are held twice monthly at the ACS Center, Bldg. 1526. Sign up for either the 1st or 3rd Tuesday. Sign up for reinforcements! Click HERE to Register!

Sep 15 8 am - 4 pm

Homebuyers Workshop (Online - Attend from any location)

"Helping You Make the Best Purchase"

Sep 23 1 pm - 4 pm
Homebuyers Workshop (Online - Attend from any location)

Homebuyers Workshop (Online - Attend from any location)

"Helping You Make the Best Purchase"

Sep 23 1 pm - 4 pm
Homebuyers Workshop (Online - Attend from any location)
Navigating USAJOBS

Navigating USAJOBS

Sep 23 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Federal Resume 101

Federal Resume 101

Sep 24 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm