Civilian Jobs on Military Installations
The military has a tremendous need for civilians to work on its installations. Career and job offerings run the gamut from physical plant to support staff to professionals. Here's a brief primer on the jobs and how to apply for them.
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Army
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The Army employs more than 250,000 civilians on its bases and installations around the world, and it lays claim to being the Department of Defense's largest employer.
Benefits
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Civilians working on military installations enjoy a wide range of benefits, including health and life insurance; paid holidays, sick leave and vacation; bonuses; and paid employment-related training.
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Preferences
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Spouses of military personnel can sometimes get preferential treatment in seeking a job on an installation when the spouse is stationed there. Also, former military service members will be considered for jobs on installations before applicants with no military service.
Contractors
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There are a number of opportunities for civilian contractors to work on military bases, especially in technical fields such as engineering.
Retail
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Jobs are also available in post exchanges and in commissaries, which are grocery stores serving military personnel.
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