Why do former military professionals make great employees?

Civilian employees can learn the specifics of a job, but some of these skills cannot be taught as easily. Candidates with military backgrounds make excellent civilian employees because they already possess several intangible skills that can be the most difficult to teach. This is why so many employers go to these individuals time and time again to fill positions. The fact is, finding these traits in the civilian world can end up being difficult as well as costly. It only makes sense that employers would turn to former military personnel to fill their hiring needs.

What kinds of qualities do these military professionals possess to make good hires?

In July, Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis announced 17 grants, totaling more than $7.5 million dollars that would provide approximately 3,000 veterans with job training to help them succeed in civilian careers. The grants are being awarded under the U.S. Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Workforce Investment Program (VWIP).

As if this wasn’t enough good news, there will be a strong emphasis on training veterans who are interested in “green jobs.” These jobs range from fields such as energy efficiency, renewable energy and modern electric-power development to clean vehicle development. To view more information about this initiative, visit http://www.doleta.gov and look for the “green jobs” heading.

Not sure what qualifies as a “green job?” You can find more information about Green Careers here and you can view the full press release of Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis announcement here.