The military lifestyle presents unique challenges to military spouses who are looking for employment due to frequent relocations. The Employment Readiness Program (ERP) was originally created to specifically address the employment needs of today's military spouses by providing them with the tools they need to successfully search for and obtain employment.

Located inside Army Community Service, Building 2494, Ricker Road, our Resource Center contains a well-stocked library with books and DVDs on career options, résumés, cover letters, job interviewing, federal employment, customer service training, office etiquette, and entrepreneurship. Whether you are new to the job market, changing careers, or a seasoned professional, the Employment Readiness Program can help you gain the tools you need to stay competitive in today's job market.

Fort Bliss Hiring Fair

The Employment Readiness Program at Army Community Service will host the Fort Bliss Hiring Fair Tuesday, February 7. The fair will take place from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Centennial Banquet and Conference Center, Bldg. 11199 on East Fort Bliss, and is open to active-duty military, family members, retirees and DoD/DA ID card holders only. Guests must present a military ID card to participate. For information, call (915) 569-5838.

 

ACS Annex open on East Fort Bliss

Army Community Service now has two locations to better serve you: the main post location and a new annex on East Fort Bliss!

If you're out east, save time and gas by visiting the East Bliss annex at Bldg. A-479 Kasserine Rd., located between Saber and Thunderhorse roads. All ACS services are available at this location. Take advantage of full-service programs from Information and Referral, Financial Readiness, Mobilization and Deployment, Relocation Assistance, Exceptional Family Member Program and the lending closet. Limited services are offered by the Employment Readiness Program, Army Family Action Plan, Family Advocacy Program, Army Volunteer Corps, Army Family Team Building and Army Emergency Relief (located in A-478). If utilizing any of these services, call the main post ACS, Bldg. 2494 Ricker Road, determine which office can best serve you.

For more information, call the ACS East Bliss annex at (915) 744-1435 or the main post ACS at (915) 569-4ACS (4227).

KEY LINKS FOR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS!

HOW WE CAN HELP YOU:

  • Job postings
  • Computers, copy & fax machine
  • Resource library
  • Career coaching
  • Army Spouse Employment Partnership Program (Visit http://www.myarmylifetoo.com for details!)
  • Free job search skills workshops & job fairs
  • Small & home-based business counseling
  • Attire for Hire
  • Virtual assistant training
  • Operation RE/MAX / Spouse to Teachers

ATTEND A FREE JOB SEARCH SKILLS WORKSHOP:

  • Writing a Winning Resume
  • Creating Connections for Job Search Success: Networking to Get Working
  • Ten Steps to a Federal Job
  • Ace Your Next Job Interview!
  • Career Exploration & Planning
  • Jumpstart Your Job Search
  • How to Mobilize Your Home Business

Free child care isavailable for military spouses to attend a workshop with pre-registration and advanced reservations through the Child Development center! Class schedules can be downloaded on this website or at picked up at ACS.

SPOUSE EMPLOYMENT ORIENTATION


Are you a military spouse new to the area and seeking employment? The Employment Readiness Program has partnered with Workforce Solutions of Upper Rio Grande to deliver orientation weekly to educate spouses on services available to them and employment opportunities in the local area. Orientation is held at ACS, Bldg. 2494, Ricker Road, every Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. Please call 569-4ACS (4227) to sign up for the orientation.

ONLINE WORKSHOPS AVAILABLE!

Not able to attend a face-to-face workshop? Still need assistance with preparing your resume or going on a job interview? Free online training guides are available at www.susanireland.com in:

  • Resume and Cover Letter Writing, Interviewing, E-resumes, and Salary Negotiation
  • Over 100 samples and tips are also on the site to assist you with your job search training

NEED COMPUTER TRAINING?

  • Online Computer & Software Training: Learn basic computer skills as well as popular software programs like MS Word, Excel, Access, & PowerPoint by visiting www.free-ed.net All classes are delivered in an online format and are available at no cost.
  • Self-Paced Computer Lab: Goodwill Industries Workforce Services Department offers free computer training in a variety of software programs such as Internet Basics, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access. Location: 1155 Westmoreland, El Paso, TX 79924 915-778-1858. Hours of computer lab are Mon - Fri 9:45 am to 5:00 pm.

Interested in starting a local small or home-based business?

Representatives from the Women's Business Border Center are now available ACS by appointment to speak to you about entrepreneurship and available avenues to get your business idea up and running. They specialize in educating potential business owners on writing business plans, marketing, start-up considerations, permits, licenses, contracting opportunities, and loan packaging.