Military Occupational Specialties in the Marines

Military Occupational Specialties in the MarinesMilitary Occupational Specialties in the MarinesThe Marine korporation Occupational System uses a four-digit number code constructed on the concept that occupations with similar skill, knowledge, or functional application requirements are grouped into functional areas, known as occupational fields (OccFlds), and skill-knowledge sets, known as Military Occupational Specialties (MOS). All branches of the U.S. military designated different occupations using alphanumeric codes. The Armys MOSare generally two digits followed by a letter (so for example, Army MOS 38B is a Civil Affairs Specialist, MOS 21B is a Combat Engineer, and so on). In the Air Force, jobs are designated with Air Force Specialty Codes, which use a combination of numerals and letters, while the Navy uses its own Navy Enlisted Classification system. In the Marines, MOS aredesignated with a four-digit numeric code. Heres what those numbers mean. U.S. Marines Occupational Fields OccFlds are identified by the first two digits of the four-digit code and a descriptive title. The OccFld is a grouping of related MOSs. The MOS is a four-digit code consisting of the OccFld code completed by two additional digits. It describes a set of related duties and tasks that extend over one or more grades. So for instance, a Marine job that begins with the numbers 03 is in the infantry career field. MOS 0311 is an infantry rifleman, 0331 is a machine gunner, 0341 is a mortarman, and so on. Marines Military Occupational Specialties The Marine Corps used to have two basic types of MOS Primary MOS (PMOS), and Category B MOS. Category B MOSs were sort of a job-within-a job. A Marine who possessed a PMOS and received extra training in a specialized procedure or equipment could then also be awarded the Category B MOS that related to that specialized training. However, in 2007, the Marine Corps eliminated Category B MOS and replaced them with Primary, Necessary, Free, Exception and Additional categories Primary MOS (PMOS) Used to identify the primary skills and knowledge of a Marine. In other words, it is the Marines primary military job.Necessary MOS (NMOS) A non-PMOS that has a prerequisite of one or more PMOSs. This MOS identifies a particular skill or training that is in addition to a Marines PMOS but can only be filled by a Marine with a specific PMOS.Free MOS (FMOS) Non-PMOS that can be filled by any Marine regardless of primary MOS. A free MOS requires skill sets unrelated to primary skills. Exception MOS (EMOS) Non-PMOS that is generally an FMOS, but include exceptions that require a specific PMOS.Additional MOS (AMOS) Any existing PMOS awarded to a Marine who already holds a PMOS. Marines are not promoted in an AMOS.

Navy Two Year Enlistment Program

Navy Two Year Enlistment ProgramNavy Two Year Enlistment ProgramWASHINGTON In 2003, the Navy began offering a new short-term two year enlistment program aimed at expanding the opportunities for all Americans to serve in the United States Navy. In this article -MILPERSMAN Article 1133-080. This was also at the height on the build up of the invasion of Iraq and the entire Departement of Defense saw a need for more personnel in the military. The two year option gave many young Americans who wanted to serve the quick ability to be in the military and test the waters to landsee if a career in the military is an option for them. The college education benefits were also available with this two year enlistment option as long as the recruit met the high standard for the program. The National Call to tafelgeschirr Has Since Been Cancelled Though there has not been an official replacement of the Navys Call to Service, it appears that the two year enlistments are harder to get even after 1 6 years of war since September 11, 2001. These enlistment programs can easily ebb and flow with the needs of the Navy in order to fill critically needed job skills. If you are still considering the shorter enlistment over the traditional 4-6 year enlistment, ask a recruiter as the programs change quicker than articles on the internet do. About the National Call to Service Known as the National Call to Service (NCS), the program provides the Navy and the other military tafelgeschirrs a new way to reach a group of young Americans who otherwise might not serve in the military because of the length of traditional enlistment options. Editors note As part of the FY 2003 Military Authorization Act, Congress mandated that all of the military services implement the National Call to Service Program. The program works like this A recruit enlists under NCS and incurs a 15-month active-duty service obligation following completion of initial-entry training. The 15-month obligation begins afte r a Sailor has completed his or her respective Navy School. Navy Schools can run from three-months to 18-months depending on rating. Following successful completion of active duty obligation, Sailors may re-enlist for additional active duty or transfer to the selected reserve for a 24-month obligation. Upon completion of service obligation, Sailors may remain in the selected reserve or transfer to the individual ready reserve for the remainder of an eight-year national commitment. While in the individual ready reserve, these young people will be given the opportunity to move into one of the other national service programs, such as AmeriCorps or the Peace Corps, and time in those will count toward their eight-year total obligation. The National Call to Service Program will be limited to high-quality recruits, those with a high school diploma and scores in the top half of aptitude tests, (ie, 50 or greater ASVAB score), said Vice Adm. Gerry Hoewing, Chief of Naval Personnel. We hope t his will make the military more attractive to college-bound youth who might volunteer to take a short period out between high school and college to serve their nation. The option may also attract college graduates interested in serving their country before attending graduate school. Perhaps the largest potential pool for the option are community college graduates who after serving the initial active duty period might use available incentives to enter a four-year school. There are four incentives available under the NCS Program. The first is a $5,000 bonus payable upon completion of active duty service. The second is a loan-repayment option also paid at the end of the active-duty portion. The legislation allows for repayment of up to $18,000 of qualifying student loans. The final two incentives are tied to, but not part of, the Montgomery G.I. Bill. One gives 12 months of a full Montgomery G.I. Bill stipend currently about $900 a month. The other incentive offers 36 monthly payments at one-half of the current Montgomery G.I. Bill stipend. This is a great option for high school graduates or even college students who want to serve the country, see the world and then go to school, Hoewing added. Each service will set their own enlistment criteria. The first people who opted for this program entered the delayed-entry program beginning Oct. 1. Basic medical specialties, some engineer skills, personnel, administration and combat specialties will generally be offered. Traditional enlistment terms are three, four, five and six years in comparison to the nominal 15 months of service for the NCS Program. The Navy intends to recruit and select up to 1,000 Sailors for this new national service program.

5 Skills Financial Leaders With Expanding Roles Should Refine

5 Skills Financial Leaders With Expanding Roles Should Refine 5 Skills Financial Leaders With Expanding Roles Should Refine Financial executives play a much more strategic role in companies today than they did in the past. Many find they need to dive into big data analytics, weigh in on IT investments, and help the business explore and implement new staffing strategies. And those are just some examples of areas outside of accounting and finance where financial leaders now need to provide support and lend their expertise. “Financial executives’ positions involve playing many roles - part strategic adviser, part data scientist, part collaborator - in addition to their traditional responsibilities,” says Tim Hird, executive director of Management Resources. How can financial leaders prepare for their expanding roles? Refining these five skills can help: 1. Technological aptitude Digital disruption is changing how businesses operate. It's also driving financial leaders to learn how to make the most of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and predictive analytics. Many find they must build a working knowledge of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency, too. As a financial leader, you won't likely be expected to get deep into the weeds with the technical aspects of IT. However, you should have a solid understanding of your company’s technology infrastructure. Following the latest digital trends will help you to gain a stronger technical aptitude that’s useful as you weigh in on decisions about system upgrades and cybersecurity measures. Forging a strong working relationship with the chief information officer (CIO) and other tech leaders at your firm can also be invaluable. 2. Change management Most businesses today are in a state of flux, with growing competition and new technology leading to a seemingly endless series of projects meant to drive change. Finance leaders are at the heart of these change initiatives - managing costs, guiding investments and helping to steer decision making. That strategic role makes change management a crucial skill set for financial leaders. You need a clear view of the challenges and opportunities that arise from each change project. Soft skills help immensely, too. For example, if you have empathy, you can sense when your team members are feeling overwhelmed in the midst of a change project and move swiftly to provide extra support. Managed business services teams can help accounting and finance teams to navigate major change management initiatives successfully. Learn more about this strategic staffing solution here. 3. Collaboration All of these new and overlapping responsibilities make collaboration a must for today’s financial leaders. You need to establish effective and supportive working relationships with the heads of other departments. And you must convey to your staff the importance of working well with other company divisions. Holding interdepartmental meetings, arranging job shadowing and even organizing social functions between teams are some ideas for promoting collaboration. If you don't think you should be the one arranging these activities, remember that these efforts should start at the highest levels in the organization. They also require your support to be successful. So, your direct involvement, at least to some degree, is very important. See this infographic to learn which areas of the business many CFOs are more involved in now, compared to three years ago. 4. Communication Your senior management position at your firm demands that you speak and write well. However, your style may benefit from some fine-tuning. What works with an audience of fellow finance pros may not be as effective when you need to collaborate with other departments, present to the board, or speak with customers or investors. To improve your communication skills, you’ll need to listen actively to and learn the business language of the other groups you need to interact with inside and outside of the firm. Also, try to package what you want to communicate in a way that also keeps your audience's needs squarely in focus. 5. Leadership In a survey conducted for the 2019 Salary Guide for Accounting and Finance Professionals, 91 percent of financial leaders said it’s challenging to find skilled professionals today. To assemble their dream teams, many financial leaders now play a more active role in attracting top talent and retaining key performers. They’re pushing their company to give professionals more of what they want, such as a competitive salary, regular bonuses, generous 401(k) matches and professional development programs - all of which require cost-benefit analyses and additional dollars before implementation. You may find that in your expanding role as a finance leader you must also tackle issues such as shaping corporate culture and meeting compliance requirements related to payroll, family leave and employment protection. (Given those trends, it’s little wonder that so many finance leaders now find themselves working closer than ever with their counterparts in human resources.) New responsibilities and expectations always come with new challenges. But don't overlook the opportunities: You can diversify your skill set, build stronger bonds with your team members and peers, and raise your profile in the organization. So, make the most of these changing times for financial leaders to take your business acumen to the next level. It could very well put you in an ideal position to ascend to the CEO chair, if you want to make that leap someday.

What would you say to these crazy interview questions

What would you say to these crazy interview questions What would you say to these crazy interview questions You hear about companies asking outside the box interview questions. Places like SpaceX, Facebook, Google and others come to mind.Ladders decided to go out on the streets of New York City and see how people answer some of the weirder questions out there. If this were an actual job interview, we don’t think any of these people would be hired…

Five simple yoga stretches to survive a long flight

Five simple yoga stretches to survive a long flight Five simple yoga stretches to survive a long flight I recently returned from an international flight that had me wedged between two people for 10 hours. I knew that being contorted into a pretzel for an extended period of time could worsen my blood circulation and increase my risk of blood clots. An easy mark, I was suckered into buying travel hacks that promised to improve blood circulation through a padded foot sling. Unfortunately, the foot sling proved too cumbersome for me to use the whole flight. What did end up working were the free guided yoga movements that the in-flight entertainment system provided for anxious flyers like myself.When we are flying, many circumstances are out of our control. Often, we do not get to pick our seats or our seatmates. But no matter which seat you were assigned, staying zen and limber in a cramped space is possible.  You do not need to do exhaustively complicated poses to relax and feel good. All it takes is a few simple flexes and stretches.Here is how to do it without disturbing your neighbor:1 ) Take a deep breathFirst, you need to get into the right mindset to relax. Airplanes are a cacophony of unpleasant noises and smells. To let go of the crying baby three aisles away, move your attention inwards. Sit up straight, release the tension in your shoulders, and pay attention to your breathing. Slowly inhale and exhale through your nose. Stay present into what you are feeling in that moment. Deep breathing is our body’s internal stress reliever; the action  tells our nervous system to calm down.2) Roll your ankles, flex your toesSitting in a cramped chair for too long makes my feet tingle. Rotating my ankles to the left and to the right in circles gets my blood flowing. In an even smaller movement, you can alternate pushing your heels and toes into the ground to flex your calf muscles, as Healthline recommends.3) Twist in your seatTo stretch your spine, twist your torso to the left and right. When we are still for too long, our stomachs pay the price. Twisting your body w ill get your circulation and digestive system flowing again. “You can put your left hand on the outside of your right knee to deepen the twist. Always include your head and neck in the twist,” the New York Times‘ yoga guide recommends.4) Open your hips by tilting your legsYou can wake up your legs without needing to stand up through a pose that is designed to take pressure off of your knee joints. Tilt your left leg open so that your left ankle is on top of your right thigh. Inhale, exhale for a few breaths and feel the stretch in your hips as you gently press your left hand into your bent left leg. You can increase the stretch by tilting your body forward as you press your hand into your leg. “Even just coming forward an inch feels really good, gives you a nice hip stretch,” yoga instructor Sandy Pradas said.Then repeat the movement by placing your right ankle on top of the opposite knee, and going through the process again. This pose is known to alleviate tension in your stiff lower back.5) Hug yourselfThis back-stretching pose is a versatile stretch that you can do standing or sitting. Cross your hands over your chest so that each hand is holding an opposite shoulder. You can increase the feeling of the stretch by moving your right ear to your right shoulder and then moving your left ear to your left shoulder.

The Difference Between Book Smarts and Experience on Labor Day

The Difference Between Book Smarts and Experience on Labor Day The Difference Between Book Smarts and Experience on Labor Day Don’t recite the stats. Wow your interviewer by drawing upon the lessons learned on the job.Cartoonist Hugh MacLeod nailed it with this cartoon:(For more of Hugh’s clever work, visit his   site here.)There is a world of difference in the workplace between knowing facts, and knowing how those facts fit together. Even more important is knowing what to do about it.Hugh’s cartoon is a good reminder of your goal in the interview process.You see, anybody with book smarts can come into an interview and repeat the information they’ve found online about the company, the industry, and the job.Your goal, especially for those of you further along in your career, is to share and explain how you can make the connections between those bits of information. Particularly if your interviewer is not as experienced in your domain, it’s up to you to show that those little lines between the dots exist, that they’re important, and that you have a certain level of mastery of them.So it’s not si mply: “I implemented an incentive plan.” “I cut headcount.” “I implemented Agile development.” or “I launched our TV advertising campaign.”But rather, it’s… “Based on my past experience, I knew that we…”“Shouldn’t implement just an incentive plan, but had to divide the sales team along industry lines in order to hit our goals.”“Shouldn’t just cut headcount, but that we should remove 2 classes of managerial oversight which were actually impeding our ability to hear directly from the field.”“Shouldn’t just switch from Waterfall to Agile, but that it was important that we bring the Customer Care teams into each Agile Team.”“Shouldn’t just launch a national TV advertising campaign, but that we should overweight on shows targeting the 44 â€" 64 demographic on Mondays and Tuesdays, because I’d learned from research that would have the biggest bang for our buck.”You see, it’s not just sharing the information, but sharing how you made the connections between the bits of information, that allow the interviewer to understand your capabilities.An d that gets you the job.Enjoy your Labor Day, Readers!

Dress Code for Interns

Dress Code for Interns Dress Code for Interns When you accept an internship with a nonprofit organization or any other form of business, whether or not you are paid or unpaid, you are not a volunteer. So dont think like one and more importantly dont dress like one.   The determination, at least from a legal standpoint when it comes to internships, is not whether or not you are being paid money (though many interns are paid), it is determined by the relationship with the business. Under the law, interns are considered an at-risk employee of the company and need to dress and behave accordingly.   In fact, if you are an employer considering offering internships, be sure to research the laws in your state because you may be required to pay the intern, collect/pay taxes on their behalf, and you may even be required to have workers compensation insurance in place throughout the duration of the internship. Represent the Company's Image Just like all other employees, interns also represent the companys image in how they dress and present themselves in the business environment to other workers, clients, and customers. Showing up in sneakers and jeans sends a message to others that you are not serious about representing the company and are not there to contribute and learn in meaningful ways. Not Students on Loan Interns should not consider themselves students on loan and should adhere to the companys dress code.  That is, the office (or other work) environment is not an extension of your college campus life.  If you are not certain about the dress code, ask your boss or a human resources representative. If there is no formal dress code, look at the style of dress other men and women in the company wear to work each day. If everyone is wearing sandals, you probably can too. But if only one or two out of the remaining employees is casually dressed, go with what the majority is wearing.? Don't Try to Stand out by Bucking the System Some internships may lead to employment with the company where you are interning. Do your job, and do it well, and be a model employee as if you already had the job.  It is okay to make yourself stand out by doing a great job and going the extra mile for your employer, but dont try to stand out by simply being different. One of the biggest complaints from employees about interns stems from the way interns dress. Interns that wear casual or revealing clothing that might be fine on the college campus do not fit into the office environment. Remember, your position as an intern is not guaranteed. Even if you think you have an ironclad internship contract or arrangement, you may still be an at-will intern. You can be let go if you are failing to honor the terms of your internship or otherwise doing or not doing something that could be considered detrimental to the employer. Hair, Makeup, and Accessories Count, Too Proper business attire does not only involve articles of clothing but also encompasses shoes, jewelry, makeup, and hairstyles. A well-known saying in the corporate world says it best: Dont dress for the job you have, dress for the one you want. In other words, dont show up for your intern position in college attire- dress for the corporate world. Tips and Closing Thoughts Even if you are not interested in working for the company you are interning with you can use them as a job reference for future employment opportunities.  The better you show that you understand how to function as a professional while interning, the better your reference will be when you are applying for your dream job later on.