Can I work my civilian job while on military orders?

In general it is safest to keep your civilian job completely separate from your military service. Some troops serve on active duty in the National Guard but are stationed close enough to their home address that they can effectively work their civilian job at the same time.

What do you do when you work in the military?

Typical duties include military law enforcement, traffic control, security, crime prevention, intelligence gathering, and patrolling. Some Marine Corps Military Police pursue specialized training and go on to become dog handlers, which are used to sniff out explosives, drugs, and find people.

Can you be fired for military duty?

Prohibition Against Discrimination & Retaliation USERRA prohibits employers from discriminating against current military employees, veterans, or those applying for membership in the uniformed services. This applies to all aspects of employment, including, hiring, promotions, benefits, work duties, firing, and more.

Can I work another job while active duty?

Federal guidelines prohibit a military member from accepting a second job as a federal employee. This is due to the 24/7 on-call nature of military service, and there IS an exception for those who are on their final leave (terminal leave) before their final out processing date or their estimated time to separation.

How do you get a job at a military base?

How to Get a Job on Base

1. You have to start with volunteering. You have heard it before, and for good reason.
2. Take the workshop already. Many installations offer workshops to help you navigate the application process for jobs on base.
3. Fill out the Spouse Preference form. While you’re there, ask about spouse preference.

Do Army civilians wear uniforms?

One of the first things we notice when you see a military member is their uniform. But a core part of the armed forces are civilians or reservists who work part time with military branches. They do not wear uniforms, unlike active duty.