The Value of a Veteran
Military transition refers to the process of service members moving from military to civilian life, often involving new employment. Hiring veterans or military spouses offers benefits like strong work ethic, adaptability, and leadership skills, as they bring valuable experiences from their time in service or association with those who serve abroad.
For resumes, veterans should translate military terms into civilian language, focus on relevant skills, and avoid excessive jargon or acronyms and we cover these areas during our session.
Employers can locate veterans and military spouses through veteran-focused job boards, hiring events, and partnerships with military support organizations we will touch on as well.
Additionally, programs like the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) offer guidelines and support to employers in hiring and supporting reservists and guard members, ensuring their employment rights are protected during service commitments.
We hope you can join us as we together discuss this critical aspect of America's workforce as we seek to broaden our understanding of military-to-civilian transition.
Speaker: Bernie Currie, SHRM-CP, PHR
With nearly two decades of experience in Human Resources, Bernie is driven by a sincere desire to reintroduce authenticity, empathy, and sincerity to the workplace, fostering positive change one conversation at a time. Regardless of the industry he's been a part of, Bernie consistently shows a deep commitment to understanding every aspect of the HR profession while actively seeking ways to contribute.
Certified by both SHRM and HRCI, Bernie transitioned into the global arena of information and communications technology (ICT) over eight years ago. He assumed the role of Director of Human Resources and Ethics Committee Staff Liaison at Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI) in Tampa, Florida, following his tenure at Health Services Advisory Group in Phoenix, a healthcare organization.
Bernie's dedication extends beyond HR as he actively engages in various HR and military communities. He currently serves as the President-elect for SuncoastHR and chairs the Department of Defense's Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) for Hillsborough and Pinellas County.
As a SHRM Veterans Ambassador, Bernie has been deeply involved in SHRM's Veterans Certificate-at-Work pilot and revision projects. Additionally, he has held roles such as HR Florida’s Director of College Relations, HR Tampa’s Diversity Director, and Workforce Readiness Director in recent years.
Married to Lisa for nearly four decades, Bernie is a devoted father of three children and five grandchildren, guiding them through life's challenges. Bernie's unique perspective bridges the military community with HR, as he collaborates with colleagues to address the challenges of military-to-civilian transition.
