Military Transition
Unlocking the power of military talent to enhance your business
Keller is a veteran recruiting agency that helps organizations tap into the distinct skills and leadership qualities of transitioning service members. While the transition from military to civilian life can be difficult to navigate—requiring changes to an individual’s identity, relationships, and an adjustment to a corporate environment—we streamline the process by bridging the gap between a veteran’s unique experiences and the requirements of civilian jobs.
When you partner with Keller, your company gets access to a talent pool of highly disciplined, mission-driven candidates who can provide fresh perspectives and specialized expertise to your workforce. We work closely with your hiring manager to identify, assess, and hire veteran job seekers whose skills will transfer seamlessly into roles where they will thrive, contributing immediate value to your bottom line and helping you build a stronger, more diverse team.
The Advantages of Hiring Veterans
Transitioning service members often develop unique experiences, skills, and attributes during their military service that can be of immense value in civilian workplaces.
Hiring veterans is, therefore, a smart business decision that offers a multitude of benefits, such as:
- Enhanced employer brand
Employing veterans can promote your company’s image since it demonstrates a commitment to supporting those who served. - Tax incentives
Companies that hire veterans may qualify for tax credits or other financial incentives, depending on the region. - Access to qualified talent
Military veterans are often highly-skilled individuals, offering a wealth of expertise. A veteran recruiting firm like Keller can provide your organization with a pipeline of highly-trained, disciplined candidates who are ready to contribute to the workforce. - Reduced training costs
The rigorous training veterans receive in the military can mean reduced training expenses for the companies that hire them. - Skill translation
Keller specializes in translating military expertise into civilian job qualifications, making it easier for you to understand and appreciate a veteran’s background. - Leadership abilities
Veterans who held leadership roles during their military career can contribute strong management and leadership skills to civilian job roles. - Cultural fit
Veterans are instilled with morals such as teamwork, integrity, and respect. These values can be a major benefit to any organization. - Diverse perspectives
Veterans come from varied backgrounds and often have cross-cultural experiences due to working in various global settings during their service. This diversity fosters workplace inclusivity and encourages innovative thinking, which can improve team dynamics and decision-making.
Discover how military talent can boost your business by scheduling a consultation with one of Keller’s veteran recruiting specialists today.
Keller's Approach: Tailored Veteran Recruiting for Businesses
Keller recognizes the value that veterans can bring to companies across a broad range of industries. Utilizing our structured search process, we help organizations hire ex-military personnel, including senior and junior officers, enlisted technicians, and non-commissioned officers (NCOs). We’ve designed this process to bridge the gap between service members’ military experience and civilian job requirements while ensuring both employers and veterans benefit from the engagement.
Here is a breakdown of our approach:
1. Understanding Employer Needs
Before identifying potential job candidates, we prioritize honest, open, and collaborative conversations with the company seeking to engage transitioning service members. This ensures we understand their workforce needs, the job specifications, and the kind of talent they are looking for. We also work with the company to create job postings that explicitly mention qualities like teamwork and strategic thinking that will resonate with veterans.
2. Candidate Sourcing, Screening, and Skill Translation
Our agents tap into veteran-specific job boards and recruitment platforms to identify candidates according to the parameters defined in the previous step. We also leverage our referral networks to find existing veteran employees who could be open to new opportunities. At this stage, our recruiters employ tools like Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) code translators to align military skills with civilian job descriptions.
Our recruiters base their search not only on a candidate’s background and experience in the armed forces but also on their character and leadership qualities, ensuring a harmonious fit with the existing company culture. Each veteran candidate we consider also undergoes a rigorous evaluation to verify their suitability for the designated role.
3. Employer Training
Once we have a shortlist of candidates, our agents help facilitate the hiring process. This includes preparing the client company for interviewing prospective candidates, guiding them on how to conduct an effective exchange that focuses on transferable skills while avoiding sensitive topics. We also ensure our client is compliant with the veteran hiring laws and regulations of their specific region.
4. Onboarding and Integration
When a candidate has been chosen, we provide resources for onboarding veterans to ensure the individual integrates successfully into their new career. These include mentorship programs where veteran employees who have already transitioned help new hires navigate the process.
5. Retention Strategies
Finally, our recruiting agency helps the hiring company implement employment retention strategies for veterans. This might be in the form of career development programs, networking opportunities, or support for military families (for example, addressing challenges faced by military spouses).
Partnering with a veteran recruiting agency like Keller provides companies with access to a vast pool of talent and the many unique benefits that veterans have to offer. It also helps streamline the hiring process for both service members and employers, offering valuable support and resources to ease the former’s transition into the civilian workforce.
Contact us today and learn how our expertise in veteran recruiting can benefit your business.
For Veterans: How Keller Can Help You
Our Services
- Understanding military experience
Our veteran recruiters have a keen understanding of the skills and terminologies associated with the armed forces, as well as the various military roles and ranks. This knowledge allows us to effectively translate your experience into terms that civilian employers can understand and appreciate. - Training and education
We can guide you towards additional education, certifications, or training that can promote your employability in the civilian sector. - Networking opportunities
We have extensive connections to networking events, career fairs, and workshops that are designed to assist veterans seeking civilian employment. - Career counseling
We offer you career advice based on your military training, experience, and interests. We also help discern transferable skills and suggest ways of presenting these skills in your resume and interviews. - Liaising with employers
Our veteran recruiters work alongside civilian employers to teach them about the advantages of hiring candidates with a military background. - Interview preparation
Our veteran recruiters offer coaching to prepare you for civilian job interviews, teaching you important interview skills and how to articulate your experiences in ways that align with civilian expectations. - Resume assistance
We can assist you in adapting your resume to highlight your skills and expertise in a way civilian employers can relate to. - Ongoing support
We understand that the transition process can be challenging to navigate for veterans, their families, and caregivers. As such, we offer continued support to help you adjust to your new career and address any challenges you may encounter. We can also provide resources to assist family members as they transition with you.
The Advantages of Partnering with Us
- Personalized approach
Our recruiters recognize the challenges of those facing military transition, offering a personalized approach that includes emotional and psychological support. - Career counseling
We can provide guidance on possible career paths post-military service. - Transition support
We offer support in terms of reintegrating into civilian work culture, resume writing, interview preparation, and more. - Networking opportunities
Thanks to our global connections with veteran-friendly employers, we can help those in the military community connect with businesses seeking to utilize their unique skills and experiences. - Customized prospects
We recognize the specific skills and expertise that veterans bring to the workforce, making it easier to align them with suitable civilian jobs. - Continuous growth
We can offer guidance and resources for further education and training to assist veterans in achieving continuous growth in their civilian careers.
Client Testimonials
""We turned to Keller when we needed to fill several specialized technical positions. Our engineering department required skill sets that aligned perfectly with ex-military training, and Keller’s team made the search easy for us.""
- Dale S., Talent Acquisition Director
""We were impressed by Keller's commitment to finding the best talent for our operations department. They delivered outstanding ex-military personnel who fit right in.""
- Brad M., Senior Manager
""We trusted Keller to understand our culture and they did not disappoint. Our team has flourished with the addition of the veterans they recommended who brought strong teamwork and communication skills.""
- Frances W., Project Coordinator
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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