Ways to Improve Your Resume and Job Search With Expert Cheryl Palmer

Ways to Improve Your Resume and Job Search With Expert Cheryl PalmerDuring her time at the Department of Labor, Cheryl Palmer saw the need for resume writing and career coaching in the wider workforce. So, she founded Call to Career, a premier resume writing and career coaching service, to fill that need. She spoke with us about job hunting and resume writing. googletag.cmd.push(function() googletag.display(div-gpt-ad-1467144145037-0) ) What are some common misconceptions about hiring that you landsee?One misconception is that if you are over 50, you wont get hired. Even though age discrimination still exists, it is far too pessimistic a view to think that people over 50 arent being hired. People in all age groups, even highly experienced workers, are being hired every day. Much of a job hunters success depends on attitude. If you think you will get hired, you will. If you think you wont get hired, you wont.Another misconception is that sometimes job hunters think that a recruiter w ill get them a job. The truth of the matter is that recruiters work for the employer, not for the job seeker. Certainly recruiters can be helpful in the job search process, but that is only true if they have an opening for which the job seeker is highly qualified. Job seekers need to use a variety of job search methods, including using recruiters, to find that next position.Where do job seekers get stuckverzierung, so to speak, in their search? What stumbling blocks are out there?Some job seekers get stuck because they do not clearly define their job target. Its easy to get stuck if you dont know what you are looking for. You cant expect a potential employer to be your career coach. You must decide for yourself what you are looking for, and all of your job search tools need to reflect that goal.Another stumbling block is that it is easy to get sidetracked with other projects you didnt have time for when you were working. Men especially are prone to get stuck doing their honey-do lis ts instead of focusing on the job search.Whats the one thing we should never, ever do on our resumes?Job seekers should never, ever lie on their resumes. For some job hunters, it may seem as though this is the best thing to do, but it is very dangerous. The consequences for a job seeker can be severe. Most organizations will terminate an employee immediately if they find out the person lied. This is true even if the organization finds out years after the fact.Many job seekers feel compelled to lie because they think it is the only way to compete. They may state they have a degree when in fact they never completed college, because they see so many vacancy announcements require a college degree. Or they may take credit for something on the job that they didnt do because it sounds impressive.But lying is not worth it. If you are found out, not only can you lose your job, but if you are in a field where everyone knows everyone else, you can also be blacklisted.Why is bewerbungsinterview coaching so important? Whats changed about interviews in the past few years?Interview coaching gives job hunters critical feedback on how they are coming across. Many people may think they interview well, but they may not know how they are being perceived. An interview coach can help job seekers fine tune their answers for commonly asked questions and analyze their nonverbal responses.One major change in how interviews are conducted in the last few years is that job seekers can expect at some point in the job search to be interviewed via videoconferencing. Skype is one of the most popular videoconferencing services. Job seekers should prepare to be interviewed through this new medium. There is a different feel with video interviewing than with face-to-face or telephone interviews.

Could These Baby Names Really Make Your Kid a Billionaire

Could These Baby Names Really Make Your Kid a Billionaire Just when we thought wed seen every baby name list out there, along came a new one, promising fortune and Forbes if not fame to the lucky infants bestowed with its money-making monikers. Yes, folks, HushHush.com, which bills itself as an exclusive online marketplace serving some of the worlds wealthiest consumers shared with us commonfolk its top 10 baby names bound to make your newborn a future billionaire.How did they come up with this priceless data, youre koranversly wondering? (We were.) Well, HushHush did a deep dive into its internal data, as well as public data such as the Sunday Times Rich List (oh, yes, its a thing), to figure out exactly which names popped up fruchtwein frequently in billionaire circles. Theyd already done the same thing to uncover the most likely names for future millionaires.Do we think their research methods are on point? Welp, lets just say were in the camp of those who believe that baby-namin g is an art, rather than an exact science. And you know who else is in our camp? Pamela Redmond Satran, co-founder and CEO of Nameberry.com, the authority on baby names. Redmond Satran is our go-to guru when it comes to all things in this department, so we asked her what she thought about names predicting future fortune.As a name expert and a parent, I find behauptung kinds of studies irresistible Most of us choose names we think will conferwhatever qualities we most value on our children, whether thats wealth, beauty, intelligence, or style, Redmond Satran confided. But the connection between names and money is as various as the ways people become rich. A name favored by the upper classes an example here would be Ottilie might indicate someone with inherited money and rich friends and family willing to finance business projects.She continued, Eleanor is a name often chosen by feminist parents whovalue intelligence and seriousness over beauty Eleanor Roosevelt is a common inspira tion for choosing this name which may make their daughters more successful in business. Other names such as Bill or James are so ubiquitous I dont think you can infer any connection.Tea. But Aaron Harpin,HushHush.comfounder, is confident his names will give kids a leg (and maybe a yacht) up As a parent, you want to give your child the best life possible, and wealth is a factor which comes into that. We hope this list will give mums- and dads-to-be some inspiration for names which can also set their children up for the best life possible, becoming a billionaire. Dang. Who knew it was that easy?So if youre intrigued by the thought of raising the next baby Bill Gates or Jennifer Lopez, heres the 411 from HushHush so you can decide if you want to name from one of itsearlier millionaire name pools (there seem to be several in play) or itsnew billionaire list.Want a millionaire? Try one of these top 10 millionaire names for boysBilly (Gates would approve)Max (Brief, and packs a punch, l ike a good Powerpoint presentation)Felix (Whoa, curveball there)Alexander (Sounds like old money, but his style isau courant)James (Definitely not a Jimbo)And here are the top 10 millionaire names for girlsEleanor (Not sure what Eleanor Roosevelt would say about that)Ottilie (Another curveball)Sophia (Elegant, at ease at any European soiree)Isabella (Never Izzy)Eve (The name version of a good handshake)Ready to level up? Here are the 2019 top 10 billionaire names for boysJohn/Jonathan/JonnyDavid/DaveThomas/Tommy/TomWangBill/BillyCharles/CharlieMichael/Mike/MikeyRobert/RobbieMohammedJim/JimmySo, basically the breakdown is roughly that of any (mostly white dudes) USC frat house, it seems like.Here are the 2019 top 10 billionaire names for girlsMarie/Maria/MaryJudy/JudithSofia/SofieAnn/Anna/AnnieVictoria/Vicky/ToriElizabeth/Beth/LizzieAbigail/Abby/AbbieKimMacKenzieKirstenWith the exception of Mary and Judith, who seem to have wandered in from another era with their satin clutches full of cash, this could also be a sorority house. Or a (again, very white) Girl Scouts chapter roster. Dont mind us, but we likeour names more diverse, more bold, andmore meaningful. Money talks, but maybe not so much when it comes to naming your precious newborn.In conclusion Were thinking any name you choose for your baby is priceless as long as its priceless to you. Jennifer Mattern--This story originally appearedon SheKnows.

L3 Technologies Gives Back

L3 Technologies Gives Back This is the fifth year L3 Technologies has served as the lead sponsor of the annual Walk/Run/Roll 5K at I/ITSEC located in Orlando, Florida. The race benefits the I/ITSEC STEM Initiative and Camaraderie Foundation. Are you interested in joining the team at such a charitable company?If yes, then click here to see all available opportunities at L3, and dont forget to press Follow to receive custom job matches, auffhrung invitations and more One of the biggest challenges in almost all industries today is achieving gender parity. Gender diversity provides huge benefits in the workplace. pWhile some industries have made significant advancements in gender diversity, some industries lag further behind... and the construction industry is well-known for being in the latter category. If someone says, construction workers, youll likely picture a group of men in yellow hard hats analyzing an architects plans or laying bricks on top of a scaffold. And men at work signs only help to reinforce this image.pThis stereotype is rooted in reality. When was the last time you actually spotted a woman on a construction site? Or hired a female plumber or carpenter? Your answer is most likely never. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statisticsreports that only 3.4% of the total of 8.3 1000000 construction employees are women.pBut the construction industry has a lot more to offer than steel-toed boots and hard hats, and it needs women to help advance the industry in this era of rapid change. Here are 5 reasons why women joining the workforce or looking to make a pivot should consider a career in construction.h21. Fuel Innovation/h2pNot only is diversity the socially and morally right thing to do, but it is also actually an excellent business strategy. pResearch presented in the Harvard Business Reviewshows that diverse teams develop more innovative ideas. This is further supported by a study conducted by Gallupon the per formance of gender-diverse teams versus single-gender teams, which found that the difference in backgrounds and perspectives led to better business performance and problem-solving. h22. Capitalize on Demand/h2pThe construction industry is currently experiencing a labor shortage. The industry itself is booming and projected to be one of the fastest-growing industries, with total spending projected to exceed $1.45 trillion in 2023/a. However, most construction companies are unable to meet the rising demand. pAccording to the Associated General Contractors of America/a, more than 80% of contractors are experiencing difficulties filling hourly craft positions that represent the bulk of the construction workforce.pAnd demand isnt limited to individual contributor roles. Given the industry boom, there are a number of open stable and high-paying roles (any project managers out there?) waiting for the right candidateh23. Leadership Opportunities/h2pAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistic s/a, women compose only 7.7% of the total 1 million managerial positions in construction.br/pBut given the highly collaborative nature of construction work, more women in leadership roles would help drive innovation and enhance productivity.Furthermore, as a woman in construction in a leadership position, youd have the unique opportunity to drive change for the industry and make it a more attractive option for other women.h24. High-Income Potential/h2pSalaries for many skilled positions in construction are on the rise, making a construction career a prime choice for women looking for a high-paying job,pThe 2018 Construction Craft Salary Surveyconducted by the National Center for Construction Education and Research revealed that salaries for many skilled craft areas are increasing. Project managers and project supervisors topped the list at $92,523 and $88,355, respectively. The next set of highest-paying jobs include those of combo welders ($71,067), instrumentation technicians ($70 ,080), pipe welders ($69,222), power line workers ($68,262) and industrial electricians ($67,269). Of the 32 categories of workers in the survey, 19 positions earned an average salary of $60,000 or higher.h25. Sense of accomplishment/h2p The construction industry can give employees a unique sense of achievement. Yes, the job is stressful and the work can be demanding, but nothing beats the feeling of being able to build something from the ground up. pHow many professionals in other industries can point at a school, a hospital, or a skyscraper and say I helped build that?pThe construction industry has a long way to go in combating gender bias and supporting women in the workforce, but given the current demand for workers, theres no better time to pick up a sledgehammer (figurative or literal) and smash the gender stereotypes plaguing the construction industry.

5 tips to help you navigate your first year of marriage

5 tips to help you navigate your first year of marriage5 tips to help you navigate your first year of marriageSince I welches a child, one of the common phrases Ive heard circulate topics of adulthood is that the first (year/baby/etc.) is the hardest. Even in my early high school years when those adult concepts - university, marriage, babies - were still notreallyon my radar, the phrase was one that I adopted to suit my own teen drama. In fact, I said the first one is the hardest to my friend the night she broke up with her boyfriend. I think my sister said it to me about my own breakup. My coach said it to my team following our first varsity loss. Sheryl Crowe taught me that the first cut is the deepest. See what I mean? Its just one of those things people say, even if its not necessarily true. (Indeed, I would argue that my fifth relationship and breakup was harder than every single one before and after. And I think losing in the playoffs hurt more than losing the pre-season scri mmage.)Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreBut when it comes to marriage, its true the first yearisthe hardest. Or so Ive seen.My marriage is hard, and I did not expect it to be. I was blessed with a damn-near-perfect example of what a marriage should be, too. My parents relationship was a true partnership, both parts taking and giving equally from one to the other. My husbands parents operate in large part the same way. Further, my husband and I were friends for a long time before we started dating, and we lived together for years before he offered me a ring. In summary, we had perhaps the most solid examples of marriage - and the most solid foundation of friendship - that one could want going into a relationship. As a result, I firmly believed that wed beat the notion.So why is my healthy relationship so much harder now that were married?When I asked my mom this (yes, I still g o to my mother with these things at 28), she said, Years ago, most couples didnt live together before they got married, so the challenges were different. In some ways, your grandparents didnt know who theyd married, so there was a lot of learning to be done for the sake of a partnership. Thats true. Chances are, 40 years ago, couples would not have had the opportunity (or the freedom) to discover that they cant stand how their partner walks in their slippers. Or that they put the toilet paper roll on backwards. Or that they dont fold the towels the way you showed them 100 times.But today we know virtually everything there is to know about our partners before we marry them - and even before we date them. Have a question about her/his past? If you cant find the answer yourself, Id be willing to bet you have a friend with an FBI cap that could find the answer for you. (I really do have a friend like this, and I should secure her an FBI cap somehow.)The challenges of early marriage are different today, my mom continued. You know him inside and out. Every quirk and bad habit, youve seen before. So what do you think it could be?I sat with this question for a while and could come up with only one answer its because its permanent now. I mean, think about it. Nothing has really changed other than the fact that we now have a piece of paper saying were legally bound to each otherforever. And we did know that going in - we know what marriage means, thankyouverymuch - but now that were actually in it, the stakes seem much higher and everything hits us much harder. A quirk that while previously was a little annoying but was also cute is now way less cute and way more annoying, and not going away any time soon. But the good news is that - although Im not a doctor or relationship counselor - after careful personal research and begging questions of dearest family, Id like to offer you just a few tips, peer-to-peer1. Allow yourself time to settle into the idea of permanenc e, and take it one day at a timeThe idea of permanence can easily become overwhelming, especially to my generation, where changes to anything, really, can be made in the blink of an eye. In this age, we are constantly thrown new information, new opportunities, new hair, new clothes, new phones, new shoes, new books, and OK, weve got it. But as a result of having a life accustomed to change on a dime,permanence carries a weight that your emotions will take advantage of.Your feelings hurting in the moment as a result of a conflict with your life partner will translate to my feelings will always be hurt by this person in this same way because Im stuck with them.Its simply not true.So rather than allowing the idea of permanence to feel like a weight on your chest, focus on one day at a time with the human youve committed to. And when you hear Squints saying, FOR-EV-ER, on a loop in your head, turn it off. In fact, maybe avoidThe Sandlotfor a while.2. Stay off social media following any disagreementDo not enable the world to pour salt on an open wound. I cant stress this enough. Marriage is hard in the age when you are bombarded with everyones bliss every time you sign into social media. Every look how happy we are Instagram post from a peer seems like a punch to the gut following a fight that ends in tears or a smashed dinner plate (that one hasnt happened yet, but Ive thought about it). Remember that Instagram is a small square snapshot of someones life, and what other couples have in their squares does not and should not affect your feelings about your life or your relationship.Separate the sparkly show that you see from the real backstage pass.In fact, instead of reaching for your phone for a distraction that may end up hurting you and your relationship further, if your physical and mental space allows, try sitting quietly with your thoughts. Which brings us to the next tip3. Change your lensIve recently started the habit of self-reflection. Real self-reflectio n. The kind that requires you to tear down the self-righteous pedestal youve built beneath your own feet, brick by brick. Once youve done that, it becomes much easier to ask yourself some tough questions for the sake of your relationship. I encourage you to ask yourself these questions following an argument with your spouse 1. Did I make the effort toactively listento what she/he was saying to me? 2. Do I think that she/he feels heard or understood?Seeing each situation from your partners point of view is so important to the healing process.Remember there is no room for ego in mutual healing.To be clear, that does not mean to set your points or feelings aside - they are just as important and necessary for both parties to understand. What I mean to say is do your best to remove anyunnecessaryanger, resentment, sadness, entitlement, or any other emotion surrounding the situation for the sake of healing and growingtogether.4. Say what you mean, not just what you want them to hearThis is a tricky one to explain.Arent those the same thing, Emily?No indeed. Often when my husband and I argue, there are many things I want him to hear Im angry and Youve hurt me are usually the big things, and trust me, I can make those points LOUD AND CLEAR. But what Imeanto say in those moments is something different This hurt my feelings, and This is how and why it hurts my feelings, and I know you didnt mean to hurt my feelings, so how can we fix it moving forward?I suppose the simplest way to explain this point is always try to be as clear as you can with your message.Speak with intention.This is not easily done and its certainly not something Im good at, but this subtle change in dialogue is something that I am trying to do and keeping it in the back of my mind during escalated moments is helpful to me.To take this one step further, do your best to remember your partners intention in whatever theyve done thats bothered you. In a healthy relationship and scenario, your partners in tent was not to hurt you, and if you actively consider this it will change your response to the situation.5. Remember that you cant change who they are, but you can help them growRemember that you knew who this person was before you married them and that you married them because you love them, and recognize that your current frustration with them is not rooted in the fact that they need to change in order to fix the situation.The idea that a person can/should change who they are at their core (e.g. introvert vs extrovert), is a dangerous one and can be detrimental to a relationship of any kind. However, the idea that a person can grow is something that I think is absolutely critical to the success of any healthy relationship - especially when it comes to marriage. As their partner, you have the power to help your spouse understand how there is an opportunity for them to altertheir approachto a situation to the benefit of your relationship.Likewise, be open to possibility that you w ill need to alter your approach to certain situations in order to grow in this partnership as well.(To help with this, see Tip No. 3.)At the end of the day, every marriage is different. Im sure (read hopeful) that there are couples out there for whom the first year of marriage was a breeze. And while mine has proven to be trying at times, I am confident that the love that I have for my partner and the love that he has for me will take us successfully through this first year.After all, it doesnt last forever.This article originally appeared on The Everygirl.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

3 Stories All Leaders Should Be Able to Tell - The Muse

3 Stories All Leaders Should Be Able to Tell - The Muse3 Stories All Leaders Should Be Able to TellWhen we analyze the people who have inspired us to think differently and take action- from marching on Washington to buying the first iPhone- we usually end up circling the same question What makes great leaders? Is it their expertise? Their personality? Their intelligence? Their likeableness? How they look? While its usually a combination of many things, author and TED talker Simon Sinek, as well as many brand, marketing, and storytelling experts, have argued that all really great leaders have one thing in common They all know how to tell really great stories.The irony? When youre in a situation where you want to inspire people to do something- e.g., a hiring manager to hire you, a potential client to work with you, or a media outlet to publish your guest post- most people tend to throw facts and figures and statistics at them as a way to prove that theyre the best and most qualified.I n your personal life, you tell stories all day long- at the coffee shop, in meetings, on the phone with your best friend, and over dinner with your family. But in your professional life, its much more common to speak in facts and figures.Heres why that doesnt work because statistics dont make heart-beating humans feel anything. Those facts only appeal to the logical side of the brain. And super-interesting neuroscience newsflash- thats not where anyone makes decisions. People make decisions almost entirely with their emotional brain. As Michael Bosworth and Ben Zoldan wrote in What Great Salespeople Do The Science of Selling Through Emotional Connection and the Power of Story, We are not thinking machines. We are feeling machines who think.So if youre interested in positioning yourself as a leader- whether within your company or as a professional speaking to other professionals- here are three story frameworks to have in your arsenal.1. Your Why StoryWhy do you do the work you do? W hy do you run the business you do? Why do you want the job youre applying for? Imagine youre interviewing at two anti-bullying nonprofits. You meet with the CEO of the first organization, who talks about the position, the company setup, and its most successful campaigns. You meet with the CEO of the second organization, who tells you a little bit about the company, then explains that she was inspired to take the job after experiencing severe bullying herself and wants to help make aya the sadness and loneliness she experienced as a kid isnt experienced by others. Which organization would you join?Your why story is, hands down, one of your most powerful stories- both as a person and a business leader- because it gets to the heart of your intention.2. Your Stand For StoryAs a person or a brand, what do you stand for? Or, what do you stand against?Lets say youre interviewing two people for a job. The first person reads off his accomplishments from his resume and then talks about his sk ills. The second tells you about his skills, then shares a story about what he stands for as a person and how this job aligns perfectly with his worldview. Who are you going to hire?3. A Testimonial StorySometimes it can feel uncomfortable to talk about and take credit for the impact youve had on other people, but explaining how you were able to help someone- from a client to a colleague- is much more powerful than spouting off a laundry list of your achievements. To craft a testimonial story, start by thinking about one of the accomplishments you are most proud of, like launching a company-wide coporate social responsibility program. Instead of talking about what that program did for the company, talk about how it personally impacted the clients of your company. That emotion and personal connection will take your accomplishment to a whole new level.As author Janet Litherland once wrote Stories have power. They delight, enchant, touch, teach, recall, inspire, motivate, challenge. Th ey help us understand. They imprint a picture on our minds. Want to make a point or raise an issue? Tell a story.Photo of woman telling story courtesy of Shutterstock.

Become a USACIDC Special Agent

Become a USACIDC Special AgentBecome a USACIDC Special AgentWithin the several branches of the United States Armed Forces, specialized units exist to help maintain law and order among military and support personnel. Like their civilian counterparts, military police investigate minor crimes, perform patrol duties, provide security and make arrests. Sometimes, however, investigations become too involved or require far more expertise and resources than regular police can provide. Thats where the job of specialized investigators and special agents come in. In addition to military police groups, the armed forces branches also employ special investigative divisions. Military Investigative Service Careers The best known of ansicht is perhaps the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, due to the popular television series NCIS. In the United States Army, these special investigations are undertaken by members of the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command. History of Army Criminal Inves tigations The need for law and order among military personnel is not a new one, and military police or similar units have long had their place among the armed forces. By the time of the American Civil War, however, societys approach to crime welches evolving, and the need for thorough investigations was becoming evident. In response to the need for an investigative arm, the U.S. Army contracted with private investigators to provide these services. The largest and most famous was the Pinkerton National Detective Agency. For more than half of a century, the Armys investigations were conducted by these Private Is, until a special investigative unit was formed out of the existing military police corps in 1917. Called the Criminal Investigative Division, the USCID was a unit within the military police command until 1971. In order to maintain its autonomy and eliminate any appearance or possibility of outside influence in its investigations, the division was moved to its own command. Des pite its elevation to command status, the group is still referred to by the acronym CID as a reminder of its history. Job Functions and Work Environment The United States Army Criminal Investigative Command is comprised of both soldiers and civilian personnel who serve as special agents. They may be deployed anywhere in the world that the army has a presence. Army Criminal Investigations special agents are tasked with investigating major incidents and crimes under the Uniform Code of Military Justice that would be considered felonies under civilian laws. These include crimes such as murder and other death investigations, rape and sexual battery, armed robbery, financial fraud, and computer crimes. Essentially, the Army CID is tasked with investigating any felony crime in which army personnel is involved, either as a victim or suspect, if it occurs in an area in which the army has jurisdiction or a clear interest. In the event a soldier or other member of the army is involved in a crime as a suspect or victim in which civilian authorities have jurisdiction over, such as an off-kusine murder, the Army CID will take a supportive role in assisting with the investigation. Army CID agents also provide counterterrorism services, investigate high crimes such as treason, and take on internal administrative investigative responsibilities. They employ polygraph examiners, participate in drug trafficking investigations, and provide dignitary protection and protective services. They also provide forensic sciences support for all police and investigative groups within the U.S. Department of Defense. In addition to their investigative responsibilities, Army CID special agents provide assistance, consulting, and training to host-nation police forces and military police personnel during wartime and occupation. They conduct battlefield investigations, collect forensic evidence from the battlefield, and investigate allegations of war crimes. Because Army CID special agents p rovide services both on base and on the battlefield, they must be ready to be deployed anywhere that the army is present. They may find themselves working in harsh and undesirable conditions, and are subject to extensive travel for extended periods of time. Education and Skill Requirements The USCIDC employs both military and civilian investigators. Military personnel wishing to pursue a career in the CID need to have at least 1 year of prior service as a military police officer or two years as a civilian police officer and will need to to have completed some college coursework. They must be currently enlisted and have served no less than two years and no more than 10 years in the Army prior to joining CID. Individuals wishing to apply for a civilian special agent position must possess at least a masters degree in criminal justice or criminology, or related field, and have at least three years of experience in felony investigations. Prior experience must include conducting inves tigations, preparing and executing search and arrest warrants, interviews and interrogations, and other related activities. All special agents, both military and civilian alike, attend special training at the U.S. Army Military Police School at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri. Training includes police tactics and techniques, investigative tactics and responsibilities, and specialized investigative skills. Special agents must be eligible for top secret security clearance. This means they will be subject to a thorough hintergrund investigation, which will include a polygraph exam. Applicants must have a clean criminal record and a clear background. Job Growth and Salary Outlook Civilian Army CID special agents are generally hired at the GS-13 level of service, meaning starting salary will typically be between $81,00 and $90,000 annually, depending on duty station. Candidates for procurement fraud investigators may be hired in a trainee status at the GS-9 level, with the expectation that they will progress to the GS-13 level within 3 years. For these trainees, starting salary will be between $46,000 and $52,000 per year. Army CID positions are highly competitive. With over 900 civilian special agents employed throughout the world, positions are expected to be available periodically due to normal attrition. As with most federal law enforcement jobs, these positions look for the absolute best candidates available and so it is important to keep a clean background and pursue a college education in order to be competitive. Is a Career as an Army CID Special Agent Right for You? As with any career with the United States military, it is no small commitment to become a CID special agent. However, if you are interested in criminology and criminal justice careers, and particularly in becoming an investigator, then a career with the Army CID can prove to be financially rewarding and offer tremendous challenges and opportunities. If you have an affinity for military li fe and law enforcement and investigations, working as an Army CID special agent may just be the perfect criminology career for you.

Employer Brand Audit Candidate Experience, Reviews and Ratings

Employer Brand Audit Candidate Experience, Reviews and RatingsEmployer Brand Audit Candidate Experience, Reviews and RatingsThe first phase of your employer brand health audit focused on how prospective job candidates experience your company website, career pages and mobile presentation. The second phase takes into account the quality and authenticity of your companys digital relationship with current and former employees, word of mouth and overall Internet presence.People place mora trust in peers than in leadership and current employees, so monitoring and influencing your companys Internet presence will have a powerful effect on your recruiting efforts. Understanding the story that customers and employees are telling about your company can help you influence how that story moves forward with potential employees, press, vendors and community leaders.Here are three areas of employer brand health that you should factor into your next auditDoes our social presence accurately reflect ou r brand?The purpose of social media is to share a side of your company that you dont share elsewhere its personality and its unique approach to business. It doesnt have to be perfect. It needs to present an authentic view of what your company values and how you do business.When you audit your companys social media presence, use listening tools such as Klout, Social Mention, and TrendsMap to understand where your brand or industry fits into the global social landscape. Then take a look at your actual social media channels. Do you post with a consistent frequency? Do your customers and prospective customers engage with what you post? Are you posting about your brand or about your industry? (Keep in mind that the right mix is 80-20.) If the answer to each of behauptung questions isnt positive, youll want to invest some time in building and maintaining your social presence.How does our candidate experience measure up?Because company culture is so closely connected to human resources lea dership, it can be uncomfortable to take an honest look at your current candidate experience. But honest feedback is incredibly valuable. Facilitating honest feedback can increase employee morale in the short-term and reveal unexpected insights that provide long-term returns.Use your current employees varied backgrounds to source honest feedback about how their current situation compares to past experiences. Create a short survey for employees to complete during the workday and submit anonymously. Ask candidates to rate different factors about the company compared with their experience at other similar companies, including the physical workplace environment, the quality of the work, customer relationships and how their interview experience measured up to actually working at the company.Do our reviews and ratings accurately reflect our company culture?Bad reviews arent all bad news. You can use them to benefit your brand by interpreting them as constructive criticism. Taking into acc ount the bias that can occur among employees who were let go and company defenders, aggregating that information can reveal hidden perspectives you might otherwise elend consider as you evaluate your employer brand.After reviewing your companys current online reviews, make a plan for how to address them. If the results of your review indicate that your company culture is accurately represented online, you may simply want to continue doing what youre doing. If the results indicate that your culture is not accurately represented, youll want to consider implementing a strategy to make up that difference. This may include addressing bad reviews with prospective job candidates or taking preventive measures to help employees honestly voice their opinions while employed or in exit interviews.Closely analyzing your employer brand health can be uncomfortable. However, it offers exponential potential for growth. Invest time in an employer brand health audit to identify areas for growth that c an impact your recruiting efforts.