Employment site empowers job candidates

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Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo. --  Applying for a job with the Department of Defense's oldest and largest exchange service is now easier than ever before thanks to an expanded, online career center.

With opportunities in retail, food service, procurement, information systems and more, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service's revamped career center offers targeted entry-level, hourly and management opportunities that are searchable by keyword, job title, area of interest and location.

"AAFES is a worldwide military command," said Becky Stover, Whiteman BX's store manager. "As a result, we have career opportunities everywhere from the Middle East to Maine for those ready to serve what we consider to be 'the best customers in the world,' America's Soldiers and Airmen as well as their Families."

The updated system allows entry-level and management applicants to quickly search and apply for available positions across the AAFES system and even check on the status of jobs previously applied for. Once an initial profile is complete, a "Job Agent" can be created to notify applicants of new positions that match their career interests.

AAFES' revamped career center is available under the "AAFES employment" link at www.aafes.com. Current posted opportunities, specific to Whiteman, range from an intermittent laborer at the shoppette or BX, food service worker at the food court to a full-time shift manager at the shoppette.

"Employment at the BX is much more than just a job, it's a career in which people can truly make a difference," Stover said. "We're excited about anything that provides greater opportunities for friendly, engaging and customer-focused individuals to join the AAFES team."

AAFES employs more than 70 associates at seven retail and food establishments at Whiteman. Interested applicants can visit http://www.aafes.com to view current available opportunities or contact Karen Martin at the AAFES human resources office at 563-3001.