Here’s the MARCH 2017 Employment Assistance Update:
1) KEY UPCOMING EVENTS are:
** NEW March 29, 2017 – Career Expo 2017 Job Fair 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29th at the Neal Blaisdell Center (NBC) – Exhibition Hall – Flyer attached
Pre-register at: www.HawaiiCareerExpo.com
** NEW April 12th – 8th Annual U.S. Vets Job Fair – Flyer attached
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at the Pagoda Hotel, Cest Si Bon Ballroom, 1525 Rycroft Street, Honolulu. Local Employers on-site. No registration required. $3 Parking Validation.
** NEW May 3rd – Schofield Job Fair – Flyer attached.
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at the Nehelani Conference Center
Meet Employers, On-site Interviews, Dress Professionally, Bring Resumes. No children please.
** NEW May 17th – Public Safety Career Fair at Schofield Barracks
May 17, 2017 – JobQuest Job Fair at the Neal Blaisdell Center (NBC)
2) KEY JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS (JVAs) – NOTE: Military affiliation with the National Guard required for these Technician, AGR, & ADOS positions:
A. Technician JVAs
– Training Technician, GS-1702-09: JVA HI-FY17-045, CLOSE 14 March 2017. This position is located at the 154th Maintenance Operations Flight, Hawaii Air National Guard, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present enlisted members (E7 and below) of the US Armed Forces within the State of Hawaii.” Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/464085800
– Director of Inspections, GS-1801-12: JVA HI-FY17-046, CLOSE 16 MAR 2017. This position is located at the Headquarters, 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present commissioned officers (O3 to O5) of the US Armed Forces within the State of Hawaii.” Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/464279500
– Supervisory IT Specialist (PLCYPLN), GS-2210-13: JVA HI-FY17-048, CLOSE 20 March 2017. This position is located at the 291st Combat Communications Squadron, Hawaii Air National Guard, Hilo, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present commissioned officers (O4 to O5) of the US Armed Forces within the State of Hawaii.” Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/464557200
– Supervisory IT Specialist (PLCYPLN), GS-2210-13: JVA HI-FY17-048, CLOSE 20 March 2017. This position is located at the 291st Combat Communications Squadron, Hawaii Air National Guard, Hilo, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present commissioned officers (O4 to O5) of the US Armed Forces within the State of Hawaii.” Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/464557200
– Supply Management Specialist, GS-2003-11: JVA HI-FY17-047, CLOSE 21 March 2017. This position is located at the Joint Forces Headquarters, Surface Maintenance Management Office, Hawaii Army National Guard, Kapolei, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present enlisted members (E5 to E7) of the Hawaii Army National Guard.” Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/464492000
– IT Specialist (CUSTSPT), GS-2210-07: JVA HI-FY17-049, CLOSE 23 March 2017. This position is located at the Joint Forces Headquarters, Deputy Chief of Staff for Information Management Support Officer, Hawaii Army National Guard, Kapolei, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present enlisted members of the Hawaii Army National Guard.” Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/464614400
– Telecommunications Specialist, GS-0391-07: JVA HI-FY17-050, CLOSE 28 March 2017. This position is located at the 291st Combat Communications Squadron, Hawaii Air National Guard, Hilo, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present enlisted members (E3 to E7) of the Hawaii National Guard.”
Click below to see the actual announcement:https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/464752400
– Financial Management Technician, GS-0503-05: JVA HI-FY17-052, CLOSE 28 March 2017. This position is located at the 154th Comptroller Flight, Hawaii Air National Guard, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present enlisted members (E5 and below) of the Hawaii National Guard.”
Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/464878000
– Architect/Engineer, GS-0808-12: JVA HI-FY17-051, CLOSE 28 March 2017. This position is located at the 154th Civil Engineering Squadron, Hawaii Air National Guard, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present commissioned officers (O1 to O4) of the US Armed Forces.”
Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/464842300
– Aircraft Flight Instructor (UH-72), GS-2181-13: JVA HI-FY17-053 CLOSE 03 April 2017. This position is located at the Army Aviation Support Facility No. 2, Hawaii Army National Guard, Hilo, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present commissioned officers (O1 to O3) or warrant officers (CW3 to CW5) of the US Armed Forces.”
Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/465164800
– Logistics Management Specialist, GS-0346-09: JVA HI-FY17-054, CLOSE 03 April 2017. This position is located at the 154th Maintenance Operations Flight, Hawaii Air National Guard, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present enlisted members (E7 and below) of the Hawaii Air National Guard.”
Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/465181000
– Supervisory Theater Aerospace Operations Command and Control Officer, GS-2101-14: JVA HI-FY17-055, CLOSE 04 April 2017. This position is located at the 201st Air Operations Group, Hawaii Air National Guard, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present commissioned officers [O5 (promotable to O6 Certificate of Eligibility) to O6] of the US Armed Forces.” Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/465264100
– Motor Vehicle Operator, WG-5703-07: JVA HI-FY17-056, CLOSE 04 April 2017. This position is located at the 154th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Hawaii Air National Guard, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Recruitment Area — “Present enlisted members (E6 and below) of the US Armed Forces within the State of Hawaii.” Click below to see the actual announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/465265800
B. Active Guard Reserve (AGR) JVAs
– Nationwide Announcement is made of the following Active Guard Reserve (AGR) Supply SGT position in the Idaho Army National Guard. JVA closes 14 March 2017. See GKO for full announcements in PDF.
– Vacancy Announcement is made of the following Active Guard Reserve (AGR), FY2017-15, S1 Human Resources NCO, E6, 42A3O, 103rd Troop Command, Hawaii Army National Guard. See GKO for the full announcement in PDF.
C. Active Duty Operational Support (ADOS) JVAs
– None this month
D. Non-Military Positions (Hawaii)
(1) **** HAWAIIAN AIRLINES AIRCRAFT MECHANIC APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM **** – Flyer attached
Hawaiian Airlines’ Aircraft Mechanic Apprenticeship Program (AMAP) is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the Aircraft Maintenance field. Work alongside Hawaiian Airlines mechanics for up to 18 months and gain real world experience while obtaining your FAA Certification (A&P license).
Under the direction of a supervisor and/or lead mechanic, you’ll perform hands-on repair work, assigned & preventative maintenance on Hawaiian Airlines aircraft(s).
You’ll work a maximum of 20 hours per week, up to 5 days per week, & up to 5 hours per day.
While in the AMAP program, you will be paid as a mechanic at the full hourly rate, which is currently $21.52. You will also receive medical, dental, vision and flight benefits.
Upon successful completion of the program and obtaining your A&P license, you will be employed as a full time mechanic.
HOW TO APPLY – Interested in joining the team? Visit our website to apply at HawaiianAirlines.com/Careers
(2) **** ALOHA AIR CARGO’S NEW AIRCRAFT MECHANIC APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM **** – Flyer attached
Aloha Air Cargo has developed a new Mechanic Apprentice program for applicants with aircraft maintenance experience gained through the military; but who do not yet have their A-&-P license. The apprenticeship program is a Part-Time program that will give the applicants more hands on experience and help them prepare to get their A & P certification within one year of entering the program. Attached, is the job description which lists a few documents that would need to be produced in order to qualify. Please share this with anyone who may be interested. Applications are submitted online at AlohaAirCargo.com on our Careers page. Should there be any questions, please do not hesitate to call or email me.
Contact Information: Samantha Donnelly
Recruiter
Aloha Air Cargo
Phone: 808-836-5107 | Fax: 808-836-5119
Address: P.O. Box 30900, Honolulu, HI 96820
Email: sdonnelly@alohaaircargo.com
(3) **** Maui Airports – UNICOM Air Traffic Controller -&- UNICOM Air Traffic Controller Supervisor positions **** – Flyer attached
From the Maui Department of Transportation / Airports Division:
There are two (2) part-time 19 hour positions that are currently vacant at the Kapalua Airport on Maui. These positions are for the UNICOM Air Traffic Controller and UNICOM Air Traffic Controller Supervisor positions. The hourly rate for the Air Traffic Controller is $26.42 and the hourly rate for the Air Traffic Controller Supervisor is $29.72.
Please refer all resumes to Beulah.akolanolan@hawaii.
3) The attached Employment Assistance (EA) Monthly Update provides information on upcoming events and resources to assist you. Feel free to let me know if you have someone to ADD -or- would like to be REMOVED from this E-Mail address list.
Employment Assistance
Current as of March 13, 2017
I. Employment Assistance
Here are some contacts to assist you in your Job Search:
1. Hawaii Army National Guard (HIARNG) “Pathways” Program – “Pathways” is an employment development and job placement program for Hawaii Army National Guard Soldiers and their spouses; helping them to be successful in securing living wages in Hawaii.
WHO DO WE ASSIST?
• Current HIARNG members
• Active Duty transitioning to the HIARNG
(Including interstate transfers)
• RSP Members
• Family members
• ROTC Members
JOB DEVELOPMENT & PLACEMENT
• Identify skill sets (through MOS and prior employment)
• One-on-one assistance
• Resume and interviewing skills
• Job search assistance and counseling
• Personal contact with local employers
• Provide workshops based on needs of Soldiers
• Identify & refer to potential educational/training classes
• Follow-up with Soldier & employer
2. National Guard Employer Support Program (NGESP) – Samuel Wong administers the Hawaii Hires Heroes (H3) local employment initiative. He sends out information on jobs, job fairs, and employment resources to a network of resource providers, military leadership, family support groups, and Personal E-Mail addresses. To be added to this employment distribution list, send your request to: HawaiiHiresHeroes@gmail.com
Samuel Wong
Program Support Specialist
Work: 808-672-1246
Fax: 808-672-1670
E-Mail: samuel.k.wong.ctr@mail.mil
3. Transition Assistance Advisor (TAA) – Tim Fujino serves as the Transition Assistance Advisor (TAA) to the Hawaii National Guard (HING). He does counseling and provides personal assistance with VA Educational Benefits, Job Vacancies, Employment Services, & Transitioning to civilian careers. Here’s some of the information that he provides:
** NEW March 29, 2017 – Career Expo 2017 Job Fair at the Neal Blaisdell Center
(NBC) – Pre-register at: www.HawaiiCareerExpo.com
** NEW April 12th – 8th Annual U.S. Vets Job Fair – Flyer attached.
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at the Pagoda Hotel, Cest Si Bon Ballroom, 1525 Rycroft Street, Honolulu. Local Employers on-site. No registration required. $3 Parking Validation.
** NEW May 3rd – Schofield Job Fair – Flyer attached.
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at the Nehelani Conference Center Meet Employers, On-site Interviews, Dress Professionally, Bring Resumes. No children please.
** NEW May 17th – Public Safety Career Fair at Schofield Barracks
May 17, 2017 – JobQuest Job Fair at the Neal Blaisdell Center (NBC) –
** NEW Late May 2017 – Pearl Harbor Job Fair – Details TBD
** NEW June 13th – Camp Smith Job Fair – Details to follow.
** NEW June 15th – Marine Corp Base Hawaii (KBAY) Job Fair – at the Kahuna’s
Enlisted Club. Details to follow.
** NEW August 18, 2017 – Na Koa Wounded Warrior Job Fair at the Hale Koa Hotel – Friday, August 18, 2017
September 19, 2017 – JobQuest Job Fair at the Neal Blaisdell Center (NBC)
** NEW October 11-12th – 2017 DOD Transition Summit & Job Fair at Schofield Barracks
4. Personal Financial Counselor – The Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC) Program includes Personal Financial Counseling (PFC) to help you and your family manage finances, resolve financial problems and reach long-term goals such as getting an education, buying a home, and planning for retirement.
Bethy Vallejo
Personal Financial Counselor Oahu – HIANG & NOSC Reserve Units
CP: 808.238.8111
E-Mail: PFC2.HI.NG@zeiders.com
Joyce Sarpong
Personal Financial Counselor
Oahu – HIARNG & Army Reserves Units CP: 808.594.2509
E-Mail: PFC1.HI.NG@zeiders.com
Rhonda Bowden
Personal Financial Counselor
All Maui-based Components/primarily On Demand Requests from Big Island and Kauai
CP: 808.260.6832
E-Mail: PFC3.HI.NG@zeiders.com
SUPPORT & COUNSELING SERVICES:
– Confidential financial consultations for individuals and families
– Referrals to military and community resources
– Support for family members during deployment
– Help with credit management and budgeting
– Help navigating benefits
5. Soldier for Life Center (formerly known as the ACAP Center) at Schofield Barracks (ph. 808-655-1028, ext. 5) provides Employment Assistance services available to all Service Members and their families (all branches of service) up to six months after separation. These services include classes in Resume Writing, Interview skills, how to apply for Federal Civil Service jobs at USAJOBS.gov, etc.
6. Job Employment Web Sites:
Hire-A-Hero https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/jobs
NOTE: This Employment website is the federal government’s official website for Veteran Employment
HireNET Hawaii http://hirenethawaii.com
NOTE: This Employment website is the State of Hawaii’s official website for Veteran
Employment
City and County of Honolulu Jobs http://agency.govermentjobs.com/honolulu
State Jobs
http://agency.govmentjobs.com/hawaii
Federal Jobs
http://www.usajobs.opm.gov
Career Builder
http://careerbuilder.com
Monster
http://monster.com
Hot Jobs http://www.hotjobs.com OR
http://hotjobs.yahoo.com
DOE Jobs http://doe.k12.hi.us (DOE Main Site) http://doe.k12.hi.us/personnel/index.htm
(Employment Site)
Judiciary Jobs
http://www.courts.state.hi.us
Honolulu Star Advertiser
http://hawaiijobs.monster.com
Indeed
http://indeed.com (incorporates USAJOBS)
Simply Hired
http://simplyhired.com
Job Link Now (KGMB-KHNL)
http://joblinknow
Real Jobs (KITV)
http://realjobs.com
Hawaii Jobs on Demand
http://hawaiijobsondemand.com
Hawaii Job Engine
This has a resume builder http://hawaiijobengine.com
Department of the Navy http://don.usajobs.gov
Department of the Air Force http://www.afcviliancareers.com
Non Appropriated Fund (NAF) https://www/nafjobs.com
Jobs2Careers http://jobs2careers.com
VETNET http://vetnethq.com (Virtual career resource)
Kaneohe Marine Base http://www.mccshawaii.com
Kamehameha Schools Bishop Estate (KSBE) http://www.ksbe.edu/careers
7. Federal Contractor – Employment Web Sites: – Contractors in Hawaii, of which some jobs may be posted on the INDEED or USAJOBS or Service specific websites.
Aerotek http://Aerotek.com
Booz, Allen, and Hamilton http://boozeallen.com
CACI International http://caci.com
BAE Systems http://baesystems.com
SAIC http://saic.com
Camber Corporation http://camber.com
8. Oahu Worklinks – (also referred to the One Stop Centers) provides no cost services for job seekers such as career and job counseling, information on qualified job training programs, resume preparation and critiques. Veterans are their priority clients and receive all services on a priority basis over civilian clients. There are six locations throughout Oahu:
1. Dillingham Plaza 2. Honolulu Office
1505 Dillingham Blvd, Room 110 830 Punchbowl Street, Room 112
Honolulu, HI 96817 Honolulu, HI 96813
PH: 808.768.5700 PH: 808.586.8700
3. Waianae Neighborhood Community Center
85-670 Farrington Highway, Room 6
Waianae, HI 96792
PH: 786.5800
4. Waipahu Civic Center 5. Hauula Civic Center
94-275 Mokuola Street, Room 300 54-010 Kukuna Road
Waipahu, HI 96797 Hauula, HI 96717
PH: 808.575.0010 PH: 808.293.2626 (M & W Only)
6. Kaneohe Office
Kaneohe Atrium Bldg
446-005 Kawa Street, Suite 205
Kaneohe, HI 96744
PH: 808.233.3700 (Mon, Tue and Wed Only)