Not to completely confuse you, but there are two types of federal jobs that you can use your MSP on. Each has completely different funding and separate process. In a nutshell…
Appropriated Fund vacancies
Civil service or Appropriated Fund vacancies are filled through the Civilian Personnel Office or human resources office on military installations. Spouse preference is available for positions at grades GS-15 and below or equivalent wage-grade positions.
Non-Appropriated Fund vacancies (NAF)
NAF positions include jobs at military exchanges, recreation facilities, restaurants, and other NAF activities. The NAF or Human Resources fill these positions on your military installation. MSP applies to NAF positions at grades NF-3 (UF-8) and below.
Visit www.militaryonesource for a full list of requirements for MSP program,
Joining Force Initiative and Military Spouse Employment Partnership – This newly devised program is designed to bring awareness of qualified and skilled labor force of the military spouses to fortune 500 companies. Spearheaded by First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Biden, the program hopes to provide better employment access to military spouses and veterans. www.msepjobs.com
Airman and Family Readiness Center or Family Support Services at your post or station can further assists spouses in job placement through our annual job fair, resume preparation and review, mock interview preparation, job postings and collaboration with local employment sources. Check out your local family support agency for details.
Online Job Search – Career and education management website that cater to the military spouse.
www.msepjobs.com
www.militaryonesource.com
www.usajobs.com
www.nafjobs.org
Job Portability
