Career Resources


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The Career Resource Office is a Marine and Family Program Accredited workplace that offers information and assistance to aid military service members, retirees, veterans, DOD civilian employees and their family members in their career planning and job search. The primary programs are Personal Readiness Seminars, Transition Assistance and Family Member Employment Assistance. The CRO one stop shop is a family friendly environment offering the use of touch screen computers and printers to help with all your employment and transition needs.

  • The CRO includes the Information and Referral Specialist and the Personal Financial Management Program Specialist as well as Veterans Affairs Representatives.
  • CRO provides a variety of resources such as computer use, internet access, reference library and job listings.
Career Resource Office

Phone: 7608307225

Hours of operation:

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Federal Holiday Hours may vary.
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

The computer lab is equipped with computer stations complete with Microsoft Office training, typing tutors, career exploration assessments, job boards and links and much more. There is also a wireless internet hub; feel free to bring your own computers as well.

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification, the premier Microsoft desktop certification, is a globally recognized standard for demonstrating desktop skills. The MOS program is helping meet the demand for qualified and knowledgeable people in the modern workplace. Exams are offered at Career Resources.

What is a Microsoft Office Specialist?
A Microsoft Office Specialist is an individual who has certified his or her skills in one or more of the Microsoft Office® desktop applications which includes Microsoft Word®, Microsoft Excel®, Microsoft PowerPoint®, Microsoft Outlook® or Microsoft Access®. The Microsoft Office Specialist Program typically offers certification exams at the "Core" and "Expert" skill levels*. The Microsoft Office Specialist Program is the only Microsoft approved program in the world for certifying proficiency in Microsoft Office desktop applications. This certification can be a valuable asset in any job search or career advancement. The program is open to Marines and Navy personnel and dependents 16+, plus Department of Defense workers.
 
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