Dobbins to hold job, education, veteran benefits fair

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  • By Senior Airman Elizabeth Van Patten
  • 94th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
DOBBINS AIR RESERVE BASE, Ga. --  A free job, education and veteran benefit fair is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mar. 3 in building 840 here and will be open to all military members, Department of Defense civilians and dependents.

The 94th Airlift Wing Human Resource and Development Council is teaming up with the Community Action Information Board, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, the 94th AW Education and Training Office and local civilian employers - several Fortune 500 companies among them - to help Dobbins personnel and their families achieve education and career goals.

"In my opinion, an Airmen's priorities lie with family, a civilian job and the Reserve" said Col. Richard Kemble, 94th AW vice commander. "The Airmen here sacrifice a lot for the 94th AW, many times at the detriment of their other priorities. They need to be aware of the benefits that are out there for them and be pushed to take the next step in achieving their goals beyond the Reserve. The HRDC and CAIB are offering a great way for us to help make sure our Airmen are taken care of in the long run."

Veterans are encouraged to bring their DD form 214, discharge papers or separation documents, as they could be entitled to additional benefits. All fair participants should bring a completed resume and be prepared to interview.

In order to further prepare participants, HRDC is also offering interiew and resume workshops during the Febuary drill weekend.

Civilian employers have been requested to have vacancies and be willing to hire military members, DOD civilians or dependents.

Fair participants who have questions or concerns regarding job or educational goals can have them answered by representatives from ESGR or the 94th AW Education and Training Office.

"Dobbins Air Reserve Base is dedicated to our military members and their families," said Maj. Brande Newsome, 94th AW Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and 2013 Fair coordinator. "By partnering with us on this 2013 Fair, many agencies and organizations can help to serve those who serve and defend our nation. We are delighted to offer a pool of applicants who are truly the best and brightest that this country has to offer."

Civilian companies wishing to participate in this year's job fair must contact Newsome by email at brande.newsome@us.af.mil.

For more information on the 2013 Fair click here.