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The Wisconsin National Guard is Hiring, Yet "Work Site of Job" Doesn't List Iraq

A BUZZFLASH READER COMMENTARY
by
Lisa Johnson

Hello,

I was looking through the State of Wisconsin official "Jobs Available" website yesterday and ran across this beauty:

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JobNet Home Page > New Location > New Occupation

American Soldier
(Job Number 392933)

Employer:                          WISCONSIN ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
2225 SANDY BAY ROAD
TWO RIVERS, WI 54241-3828
(920) 793-5244
www.wisconsinguard.com

Work Site of Job: Adams County, Ashland County, Barron County, Brown County and Green Bay, Burnett County, Calumet County, Chippewa County, Clark County, Columbia County, Crawford County, Dane County - Metropolitan Madison, Dodge County, Douglas County, Dunn County, Eau Claire County, Fond du Lac County, Grant County, Green County, Iowa County, Jackson County, Jefferson County, Juneau County, Kenosha County, La Crosse County, Langlade County, Lincoln County, Manitowoc County, Marinette County, Marquette County, Menominee County, Milwaukee County - Northeast, Milwaukee County - Northwest, Milwaukee County - Southeast, Milwaukee County - Southwest, Monroe County, Oconto County, Outagamie County and Appleton, Pierce County, Polk County, Portage County, Price County, Racine County, Richland County, Rock County - South, Rock County - North, Rusk County, St. Croix County, Sauk County - Outside Spring Green/Lake Delton, Sauk County - Lake Delton/Wisconsin Dells Area, Sawyer County, Shawano County, Sheboygan County, Taylor County, Vernon County, Walworth County, Washington County, Washburn County, Waukesha County - Brookfield Area, Waukesha County - City of Waukesha, Waukesha County - Menomonee Falls Area, Waukesha County - New Berlin Area, Waukesha County - Oconomowoc Area, Waukesha County - Pewaukee Area, Waukesha County - Southern Area of County, Waupaca County, Waushara County, Winnebago County - North, Winnebago County - Oshkosh and South, Wood County - Marshfield Area, Wood County - Wisconsin Rapids Area, Milwaukee County, Waukesha County
Positions are available statewide at various armories.
Public Transportation: Yes
Some locations are easily accessible by public transportation.
Pay: $8.87 Per Hour to $12.52 Per Hour
  These figures represent entry-level wages for applicants with no military experience. Prior service veterans pay will be based on last rank held and number of years in service.
Duration/Hours Per Week:   Part-Time, 1 to 24 Hours Per Week
Shift/Work Days: Weekend Shift. One Weekend per Month
Saturday, Sunday. One Weekend per Month
Number of Openings: 999

Minimum Requirements of Employer:

Education: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required
H.S. juniors & seniors are eligible. Must pass entrance exam. Vets may be able to use ASVAB scores. All applicants with no military experience will be required to attend Basic Training & job training
Professional Licenses/Certifications:  Some positions require a valid driver license.
Vehicle: No Vehicle Requested
Drivers License:  
     Type: No Drivers License Requested
     Endorsements: No Endorsement Requested
Age: 17 to 36 Required
Experience: Prior service veterans may be older than 36.
Qualifications: All applicants must pass a comprehensive physical examination. Prior service veterans may be able to use their last military physical for enlistment purposes.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Job:

Soldiers will serve in a job of their choice at a location of their choice. The job and unit chosen will dictate the duties and responsibilities.

There are hundreds of possible skills associated with these positions.

Benefits:

Insurance:  Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Retirement & Financial:  Retirement, 401K Plan
Education And Training:  Paid Training, Tuition Reimbursement
Miscellaneous Benefits:  Paid Uniforms, Flexible Work Schedule, Paid Meal During Work Shift
Other Benefits:  Enlistment Bonuses
Leadership Training
$17,000 College $$ + Tuition Reimbursement.
Comments:  VA Home Loans
Shopping Privileges on Military Bases
Space Available Free Air Travel

 

Company Profile: Serving local communities, the State of Wisconsin, and the United States of America, the Wisconsin Army National Guard is the largest part-time employer in Wisconsin.
   
How To Apply: Apply In Person
Mail, Fax or E-Mail a Resume
Call For Appointment
   
To Find a Recruiter Near You, Go To:

http://dma.wi.gov/recruiting/#

Click on "State Locator" at the top of the page.

You can also pick a new region, search a new job category or return to Wisconsin JobCenter.org.

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Here is the URL: LINK 

Lisa Johnson
Milwaukee, WI

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