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About Portland observer. (Portland, Or.) 1970-current | View Entire Issue (June 2, 1993)
P age C7 T he P ortland O bserver • J une 2, 1993 I— ftllje ^Ìnrilanò (Dbseriier U.S. Army Still Hiring tuition. During fiscal year 1992, 511 people from Oregon and southwest ern Washington enlisted in the Army for the Army college Fund, represent ing a total of more than $11,297,800 potentially returning to our colleges and universities as tuition within the next ten years. To date, fiscal year 1993, 279 people for this same area haveenlistcd, representing a potential of $7,161,400 and this figure contin ues to grow daily. For those young people who have completed their college years, students loans must now be paid an d em ploym ent secured W ith little or no experience on resumes, this can become a virtual impossibil ity. However, those who qualify and have spent at least one-year in college with unpaid qualifying stu dent loans of up to $55,000 can select any of over 250 jobs in the Army and have those loans paid in full by the Army. During 1992, the number of mili While the military is reshaping the size of its peacetime forces, U.S. Army recruiters are emphasizing the continuing need to attract bright young men and women for sen ice by offer ing greater enlistment incentives College-minded youth may ask themselves, "W hat does the Army have to offer me?” If you are consider ing college, costs can be staggering, while student loans and grants are diminishing The Army provides these young people several options. T he M on tg o m ery G .I. Bill p lu s th e A rm y C o lleg e fu n d , which provides qualified soldiers money for college tuition following a specified term of service, pays $20,000 for two-year enlistm ent and $25,000 for a three-year term. A four-year enlistm ent pays the enlistee $30,000. During a regular enlistment, soldiers are also eligible fo r co lle g e tu itio n a ssista n c e which allows them to attend evening classes. Tuition assistance normally pays 75 p e rc e n t o f th e college tary occupational specialties which provide a cash enlistment bonus was significantly increased. In some in stances, the new cash bonus incentive offers reached $8,000. Enlistment bonuses are paid to qualified enlistees who select one of the Army’s critical occupational specialties. Qualified young men and women many also enlist to serve at a specific Army post by selecting the Army’s station-of-choice option. Guaranteed assignments to Korea, Europe, Ha waii or many Army posts in the United States are available today for those who qualify. Where else can a young high school graduate or college student find a job that will pay a bonus for accept ing employment with an organiza tion, pay off outstanding student loans up to $55,000, or give up to $30,000 for college? When an organization can offer a goed salary, excellent skill and leadership training, plus a bonus of several thousand dollars, that job offer is very tough to beat! W In addition to training and a good paycheck, the Air Force will help you get an education. W e’ll help you pay tor college while you’re in the Air Force. Also, we have a two-year degree program and a plan to provide money lor school even after your Air Force tour is over. Going to C ollege? 1 $5040 “GI BILL” makes life easier 2. $ I0,000 Students I eian Repayment program Not Going to School? Clicvk Hits Out! 1. Job Training — over 200 specialties 2. $2,000 Cash Bonus 3. Leadership — Officer Candidate School 4. Good Pay and more! 5. Prior Service O p p o rtu n itie s --------- in the U.S. Coast Guard we offer.. rrrry. Help Yourself— Serve your Country Exciting Jobs Technical Training 30 Days Annual Paid Vacation Good Starting Pay Good Opportunity for Advancement Free Medical/Dental It’s a great Part-Time Job. 4 m r r ir a iu a l 206-696-6201 I BEA HERO ...and guarantee you an opportunity to serve your country through law enforcement, aviation, saving lives, and helping to protect our waterways from pollution and make them safer for mariners. Be A Teacher Teachers have the power to woke up young minds- to make o difference. Reach for that power. Be o teacher. Be o hero. Make A Difference If you are 17-27, a high school senior or graduate, and in good health, call 1-800- GET-USCG to find out more about our rewarding opportunities. Be part of the Action To fin d out h o w to becom e a te ac h er, call 1 -8 0 0 -4 5 -T E A C K U.S. Coast Guard An Equal Opportunity Employer Consider cliallcii^iiig raicci oppor- lunllics available with the City of 1’ortlainl i lie City oilers employment from entry-level to managcinc.nl positions in program management, adm inistrative program support. professional, technical. elerieal support. public safety, skillet! i rail, and scrvice/niainlcnance B-West Regional Workforce Training Center The City of Portland Is ail afTirinaUvc aeliou/cqual employment opixirtu- nil.v employer. Minorities, women, ami disabled persons are strongly encouraged to apply Here's how to find out about |obs with Hie City of Portland: Job Information Line TDD Job Information Line Outreach Recruitment Line m A program emphasis on masonry, • Establishing a regional demonstra with direct involvement of certi tion center for Oregon and Wash fied masonry trainers, the Joint Ap ington high schools and commu nity colleges which offer technical prenticeship and Training Coun education. cils, area training agents and the The B-West program is unique in Oregon Bureau of Labor and in-, its efforts to not only train skilled dustries. Training for employers and man workers, but also to provide opportu agers on diversity in the w orkplace. nities for employers to learn how to bring previously underem ployed people successfully into the workplace. Specific emphasis will be place on helping newly trained w orkers for eth nic minority backgrounds become as similated into a field traditionally dominated by Caucasian males. In addition, the B-West program will serve as a model for other organi- i. im 82 3 -4 3 5 2 8 2 3 -3 5 2 0 8 2 3 -3 5 3 0 Bureau of Personnel Services, 1220 SW 5th Ave., Room 1OO, Portland, OR 9 7 2 0 4 zations and institutions seeking to establish a similar program During the 18 month program, approximately 200 students will be trained through LAW B-West. B-FIT 3 xldn»jt Fiffurtv in IndbWrv A Twfcs ) A SEASONAL CADET APPLICANTS P olice O fficer A pplicants Oregon State Police... is now accepting applications for Seasonal Police C adets All applications received will be processed for a future eligibility list Oregon State Police... Cadets are an unarmed uniformed Officer that .enerally patrols and works in the parks and is now accepting applications for Recruit Police Officer. All applications received will be processed for a future eligibility list. beaches or other high tourist areas S easonal C a d e t O p p o rtu n itie s Fish <fc Wildlife Cadet Program State Park Cadet Program Sno-Park Season Program Minimum Qualifications are: • 21 years of age or older • High School diploma or equivalent • Licensed to operate a motor vehicle • No felony convictions Starting salary Is $2,564 per month for the first year Applications may be picked up at any Oregon State Police Office or write: Oregon State Police Personnel Services Division 107 Public Service Building Salem, Oregon 97310 Telephone: Voice/TDD (503) 378-3720 FAX (503) 378-2360 Minimum Qualifications are: • 18 v ears of age or older • No felonv eonv ictions • Licensed to operate a motor vehicle • Pass a written examination Ä Starting salary is $8 07 hourly Benefits dependent upon length of employ ment. Applications mav be picked up at any Oregon State Police Office or write Oregon State Police Personnel Seivices Division 107 Public Service Building Salem. Oregon 07310 Telephone Voicc/TDD (503) 378-3720 • FAX (503) 378-2360 An Equal Opportunity Employer An Equal Opportunity Employer A* 1 1 AIM HIGH Your Future Is Important REWARD In September 1991, Portland Community College received a $1 4 million 18 month project grant from the U.S. Department of Education to establish a regional workforce train ing center known as B-West (Build ing Workers Entering Skilled Trades). The B-West program will expand upon the earlier model project, B-Fit (Build ing Futures in Industry and Trades, which was designed to prepare women to work in skilled trades occupations: B-West has four essential compo nents: • A regional workforce training cen ter for the construction, electrical, mechanical and masonry-related trades which will target unem ploy cd and underemployed men and women. Bilingual instruction in both English and Spanish will be included. How lai you go is up to you. It you are 17 to 27 years old, visit your local Air Force recruiter or call: 1-800-423-USAF. e ’re hiring. And, if you're a high school giaduate we’ve got an opportunity for you. W e'll train you Plus, you'll get hands-on experience in a great Air Force job. Then, when your Air Force enlistment is up. those skills will be in demand in a civilian job. THINK Men and Women • • • • • • THE AIR FORCE HAS « a .».. .» .** ty s fe l.? ‘ • ». ’U. ..¡'■Av •>, ; L « ¡5*2 V ’’