Employment Readiness

The Employment Readiness Program offers its patrons (active duty military, retirees, DOD civilian personnel
and all family members) a variety of services in one location, by realizing that searching for employment can be frustrating,
our patrons are able to search for unlimited employment possibilities. Our staff serves as a reference to local, state, national
and international employment issues. They are able to assist in organizing a plan of action, answering questions or concerns
and can help you resolve any employment related problems. Our key mission is to assist soldiers, DOD civilians, retirees and
family members in obtaining employment and promoting a high quality of life and well-being. For more information, stop by
the Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 1526 or call (719) 526-4590/0452

Employment Readiness Brochure

New Job Opportunities For Spouses

The Fort Carson ACS Employment Readiness Program and the Pikes Peak Work Force Center are now providing a new and innovative employment
program for military spouses. This Workforce program has been designed to assist military spouses and civil service employees in securing employment
due to a military transfer or reduction in forces. This initiative provides free transportation, vocational/ community and college education assistance as well as
job interview attire (when needed). Interested military spouses must meet the following eligibility requirements: 1) must have been employed at their last assignment,
2) resigned from last position due to a PCS and 3) must now be unemployed due to the military member's transfer. Many spouses have given up educational
and career opportunities to follow their husband or wife to their next assignment. Perhaps you have not settled into a particular location to pursue or establish
your education and career. If you have become frustrated with starting entry-level positions over and over stop by the ACS Employment Readiness Program
and ask about the Pikes Peak Workforce Partnership Program. Our Employment Program has established relationships with a multitude of job resource entities
(such as; local and national companies, state jobs as well as federal jobs). Contact our Employment Readiness Program at (719) 526-4590 for further details.

Available Services

Counseling - Individual sessions to explore your career path / Resume & Portfolio Development / Job Search Strategies / Available in English & Spanish
Self Development Workshops - Resume Writing/Resumix / Interviewing Techniques / Dress for Success / Computers for Beginners / Building a Portfolio /
Turning Volunteer Experience Into a Paid Experience / Available in English & Spanish
Employment Information - Federal Employment / Private Sector Employment / DOD Military Spouse Preference Program / Volunteer Opportunities
(Fort Carson & Surrounding Areas) / Contract Employment
School District Employment - Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (CPAC) / Department of Labor / Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) / Non Appropriated Funds Civilian Personnel Office (NAF CPO) / Apprenticeship Programs

Education Information

Various College Catalogues / Enrollment / Financial Aid / Vocational Schools

Employment Relocation Checklist

Useful items to have on hand when searching for employment:

Updated Resume, Resumix/AAFES/ NAF Applications and/or Your Employment Portfolio
Social Security Card & a Form of Identification (License/Passport/ Military ID Card)
School transcripts (High School, College or Vocational)
Professional Licenses and Certifications
Special Awards, Honors or Recognitions
Name, Job Title, Address and Telephone Numbers of at Least Three Employers along with Character References
Letter of Recommendation from Past and/or Present Employers
Volunteer Employment Portfolio

DD Form 214 and similar documents will be required to verify prior military service, disability or other preferences claimed.

Resources

Computer Lab / Office Machines / Publications / Videos / Vocational literature / Job Skills Training Resources

Helpful Links

AAFES Employment
Air Force Personnel Center
Army Civilian Personnel Online (CPOL)
Army Civilian Resume Builder Army Civilian Resume Builder
Army Job Application Kit
Army Vacancy Announcements
Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
Colorado Springs Help Wanted
Colorado State Government Job Announcements
Colorado's Job Bank
El Paso County Human Resource Office
LB&B Employment - Fort Carson
Military & Veteran Careers
Monster Board
Pikes Peak Work Force Center
Springs Gov - Employment
Springs Jobs
USA JOBS