TAP Transition Counselor

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Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Full-Time

We are seeking a dedicated Transition Counselor to provide career counseling and transition assistance to Service Members (SMs) and their families through the Transition Assistance Program (TAP). This position serves as a primary resource for transitioning personnel, helping them identify career goals, develop employment strategies, and prepare for successful civilian careers.

The Transition Counselor provides individualized counseling, facilitates employment workshops and briefings, coordinates transition services, and supports program initiatives in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Labor (DOL) guidelines.

• Provide individualized career counseling to help Service Members establish transition goals and develop actionable strategies.

• Assist Service Members with developing and refining Individual Transition Plans (ITPs) based on their career aspirations.

• Provide guidance on rsum development for federal and private-sector employment opportunities.

• Deliver Transition Briefings covering available transition services and eligibility requirements for transition benefits.

• Facilitate Department of Labor (DOL) Employment Workshops, VA Benefits Briefings, and other transition-related sessions.

• Notify eligible Service Members of mandatory pre-separation counseling and support compliance with TAP requirements.

• Conduct outreach to promote transition assistance services to Service Members and their families.

• Build relationships with military leadership, government agencies, employers, and community organizations to strengthen transition support.

• Coordinate career fairs, networking events, and employer engagement activities to expand employment opportunities.

• Maintain accurate documentation of counseling sessions, workshops, and program activities.

• Evaluate program effectiveness through data collection, participant feedback, and performance metrics.

• Ensure compliance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and directives from the Contract Installation Manager (CIM)

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Career Counseling and Communication

• Workshop Facilitation and Program Evaluation

• Interpersonal and Organizational Skills

• Regulatory Compliance and Ethical Behavior

• Teamwork and Servant Leadership

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintain an Affirmative Action Program in accordance with applicable federal requirements.

This position is performed in a standard office environment and requires the ability to perform extended periods of desk work and computer use.

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• Bachelors degree in training and development, human resources management, counseling, or a related field.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in career counseling, education, or a related field.

  • Candidates without military experience must have a minimum of four (4) years of experience in career counseling.

• Experience providing career counseling and transition services.

• Experience evaluating program impact and improving service effectiveness based on participant feedback.

• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check (NAC) clearance.

• Familiarity with employment readiness programs and workforce development strategies.

• Knowledge of federal and private-sector hiring practices, job market trends, and rsum development.

• Ability to guide individuals through the transition process with individualized support.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including group facilitation and needs assessment.

• Ability to deliver engaging and informative employment workshops.

• Ability to build meaningful professional relationships with Service Members, employers, and other stakeholders.

• Knowledge of DoD, DOL, and VA transition program requirements.

• Masters degree in training and development, human resources management, counseling, or a related field.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with the military community, through either personal or professional experience.

• Background in program evaluation and customer feedback analysis to improve service delivery.

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