Helping Our Heroes Find Rewarding Careers
These are challenging times for post-9/11 Iraqi & Afghanistan Veterans and their Military Spouses seeking their next career. So First Command Financial Services has stepped forward with a two-part plan to help them get their professional lives squared away.
- First, we have committed to hiring 2100 veterans and military spouses over the next five years.
- Second, we have partnered with GoHireAVet.com along with Veterans Independence Project and Hiring Our Heroes, all are national organizations, the latter created by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. These Veteran Support Organizations aka VSO’s were created for the sole purpose of helping all Veterans from the past who served in the U.S. Military as well as post-9/11 Veterans and their Military Spouses find meaningful employment.
We know firsthand the kind of skills, experience and leadership that veterans bring to the table, so whether that means hiring people with a military background to work directly for us or helping them showcase their talents for other companies, we’re all in.
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We want to help get your finances squared away for today AND tomorrow. This is why we embrace time-tested principles and advocate a long-term approach to saving and investing. We can best serve your needs through a combination of planning, investing, insurance and banking. Let us tell you more … visit our First Financial Command Services - Military Community Support Services Video for a personal introduction for one of our local area representatives!
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Securities products are not FDIC insured, have no bank guarantee and may lose value. A financial plan, by itself, cannot assure that retirement or other financial goals will be met.
First Command Financial Services, Inc. and its related entities are not affiliated with, authorized to sell or represent on behalf of or otherwise endorsed by: any federal employee benefits programs referenced by the U.S. government, the U.S. armed forces or any other third-party mentioned on this site.
In Europe, investment and insurance products and services are offered through First Command Europe Limited. First Command Europe Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of First Command Financial Services, Inc. and is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Certain products and services offered in the United States may not be available through First Command Europe Limited.
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San Diego, California 92108
Honored to Serve the Military Community
Today, more than ever, a college education can give you an enormous advantage in both a military and civilian career. Unfortunately, the rigorous demands of the military lifestyle, including long hours, irregular schedules and frequent relocation, can make earning your degree difficult. For this reason, Grand Canyon University (GCU) has developed a military university program specifically to meet the needs of military professionals, DOD personnel and their families.
Benefits Rank High Among Military Students
In an era of smart weapons, the U.S. Armed forces are more sophisticated than ever before. As a result, demand for well-educated personnel is greater than ever. To answer this demand, GCU offers a robust and relevant education designed specifically for military professionals.
Through our academically challenging, values-based curriculum we prepare learners to become global citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators and responsible leaders. Whether you're looking to accelerate your career in the military or transition into the public sector, earning your degree from a leading military university - Grand Canyon University - can give you the competitive edge you're looking for.
At GCU, one of the nation's top military friendly schools, you learn in small, interactive classes taught by expert instructors who care about your success. You can attend classes on campus or online at the times that fit your schedule.We offer military university programs in many of today's high-demand fields, including: business, communications, education, entrepreneurship, health services, justice studies, management, nursing, psychology, sociology and more.
Phoenix, AZ 85017
- Transition successfully from a military leadership role to a store leadership role
- Make the shift from the military culture to the civilian business culture
- Learn the strategy, tactics and skills necessary to drive high-volume business in the retail department store arena
- Gain exposure to senior leaders from multiple business units across our company
- High exposure, multi-faceted and intensive training program sets the executive up for success after program completion
- At the conclusion of each rotation, you will have the opportunity to synthesize your learning experiences to senior level executives
What you will have the opportunity to do:
- Participate in a rotational executive development program:
- Own key business driving projects throughout the program with presentations to management at the conclusion of each rotation
- Take a leadership role in delivery of all company initiatives; clearly communicate objectives and priorities to team
- Develop relationships through mentors, peer sponsors and the Macy's Veteran Networking Group
- Identify sales and profit improvement opportunities through analysis of business reports, customer logs, and competitive shopping. Develop action plans to address deficiencies
- Prepare and present strategies to all levels of management
- Bachelor's degree with solid academic record, all majors welcomed
- 4-10 years of military leadership, either as a Junior Military Officer or degreed Noncommissioned Officer
- Must be flexible following the program to relocate within your region
- Understanding of retail management lifestyle and demands
- Results-driven, passionate and committed to excellence and high standards
- Seeks to be the leader of people, wants to be in a position of influence
- Demonstrated ability to empower and develop a team of executives
- Ability to work well with all levels of management, build partnerships and direct teams
- Communicates purposefully and takes charge of situations; excellent presentation/platform skills
- Able to independently organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
- Ability to anticipate and solve problems, act decisively and persist in the face of obstacles
About the National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP)
As the voice of veterans' rights for the last 25 years, the National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) works to ensure that the U.S. government keeps its pact with our nation's 25 million veterans. NVLSP is an independent nonprofit veterans service organization that has assisted veterans and their advocates since 1980.
As a conduit for change against unfair government practices, NVLSP has been instrumental in the passage of landmark veterans' rights legislation. Lawsuits brought by NVLSP attorneys have forced the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to pay hundreds of millions of dollars in benefits to veterans and their families.
NVLSP recruits, trains, and assists thousands of volunteer lawyers and veterans' advocates. Our publications empower veterans, their families, and their advocates to obtain the benefits they're entitled to by clearly outlining their rights under the law.
In 2008, NVLSP launched the Lawyers Serving Warriors® program, offering pro-bono legal help to veterans serving in Iraq and Afghanistan facing administrative separation, going through a mental evaluation board or physical evaluation board, received an inappropriate discharge characterization, filed a claim with the VA for disability compensation, or having difficulty with a claim under Traumatic Servicemembers Life Insurance.
Three veterans assisted by the National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) talk about their experiences and how this nonprofit legal advocacy organizations helped them. Two disabled Vietnam veterans discuss how sick they became after being exposed to Agent Orange while in the military and how NVLSP helped them finally receive the VA disability benefits they are entitled to, thanks to the Nehmer class action lawsuit that NVLSP filed and monitors to this day. A Special Forces soldier who served multiple tours in Iraq admits that he was pessimistic about how his benefits case would turn out, and was surprised by the positive outcome NVLSP attorneys won. All of NVLSP's legal assistance to veterans and their families is provided free of charge.
Textron Inc. is not only one of the world's best known multi-industry companies, it is a pioneer of the diversified business model. Founded in 1923, we have grown into a network of businesses with total revenues of $12.1 billion, and approximately 32,000 employees with facilities and presence worldwide, serving a diverse and global customer base.
Headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, U.S.A., Textron is ranked 225th on the Fortune 500 list of largest U.S. companies. Organizationally, Textron consists of numerous subsidiaries and operating divisions, which are responsible for the day-to-day operation of their businesses ("Textron businesses"). While we take great pride in our long history, we are even more excited by the future. Our vision is to be the premier multi-industry company, recognized for our powerful brands, world-class enterprise processes and talented people. By placing customers first in everything we do, Textron continues to grow as an industry leader with strong brands such as Bell Helicopter, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, Jacobsen, Lycoming, Textron Aviation, Textron Systems and TRU Simulation + Training, among others.