Job provider looking for Vets to hire!

Account Executive-This is for a company that manages facility maintenance for large retail chains. The Account Executive will work directly with stores, maintaining the relationship between the companies by coordinating facility maintenance as needed. The position is great for people with experience in business operations and/or sales and marketing. We're looking for someone who can manage a somewhat large workload and can resolve any conflict with clients and staff. In the past, military experience in logistics management and purchasing has transitioned well into this company. (Closes 2/3/12)

Meat Cutter-This is in a refrigerated environment, cutting and trimming meat products to customer specifications. Candidates must have at least 1 year experience in this type of job. (Closes 2/6/12)

Audio Visual Production Coordinator-A Chicago-based TV & Media studio is looking for a technologically proficient person who can also supervise a team of A/V Engineers. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Associates Degree or transferable experience is required. (Closes 2/10/12)

Wireless Technician-A Chicago-based tech company is looking for a Wireless Networking Technician. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Knowledge of Wi-Fi, LAN, WAN, Cellular DAS, Point to Point required. Must have experience working with radio frequencies and transmitters. Bachelors Degree or transferable experience is required. (Closes 2/10/12)

If you're interested in one of these positions, please email your resume to James Arvidson at Catholic Charities. Please take note of the job requirements and closing dates before you apply.

From time to time we get jobs on very short notice whose deadline to apply is near and/or the job is highly desirable. We call these jobs "Hot Jobs" and we will try and feature them here on the front page, as available. The jobs listed here are an example, as we just got these today, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012.

78^th Annual National American Legion Pilgrimage
to the Tomb of Abraham Lincoln
February 11 & 12, 2012

The 78^th Annual National American Legion Pilgrimage to the Tomb of Abraham Lincoln will be held in Springfield, Illinois, on Sunday, February 12, 2012. Springfield Post #32, Auxiliary Unit #32 and Sons of The American Legion Squadron #32 extend a most cordial invitation to you to attend and participate.

National Commander Fang A. Wong of New York, National President Kris Nelson, SAL National Commander Jim Roberts, our Illinois Department Commander David Hicks, our Department President Diana Umdenstock, and our Detachment Commander Harl "Butch" Ray, will be attending and participating in the activities. Additionally, many other Legion, Auxiliary, S.A.L., and state and local dignitaries will be in attendance to honor President Abraham Lincoln on this very special day.

SPECIAL NOTICE: All meal checks and/or reservations must be received or canceled by Saturday, February 4, 2012. No refunds can be made after that date. Please make your plans and reservations early, as we may not be able to seat you if you do not order your meal tickets early.

Please see the Pilgimage Flyer and the Restaurant Flyer for all details. (PDF)

hosted by

Springfield Post #32, The American Legion
1120 Sangamon Avenue - Springfield, Illinois 62702-1853
www.springfieldamericanlegion.com     spfldpost32@sbcglobal.net

Take Time to Understand Your Thyroid
Jan 23, 2012

The American Thyroid Association reports nearly 20 million people in the United States are suffering from some form of thyroid disease, most of them women. January is Thyroid Awareness month, a perfect time to learn about the thyroid gland and problems that can occur. Read more at tricare.mil.

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Electronics Disposal

Beginning January 1, it will no longer be legal for individuals to dispose of unwanted electronics in their regular trash. Discarded electronics, including computers, monitors, electronic keyboards, scanners, fax machines and many other electronic devices, must now be taken to a registered recycler for proper management. It will be illegal for the consumer to dispose of them in the trash and it will be illegal for Illinois landfills to accept them.

This newest phase of electronics disposal will include individual citizens in the effort to keep electronics, which contain a variety of potentially toxic contaminants, out of the state's 48 active landfills. A 2007 report showed that electronic products were the fastest growing portion of the solid waste stream. That year, three million tons of electronic products became obsolete, yet only 14 percent of those products were recycled. During calendar year 2011, electronics manufacturers are being required to collect and recycle or refurbish more than 28 million pounds of products. The reuse of these products, including metals, plastics and glass, conserves natural resources and saves energy.

The Illinois EPA maintains a web site at: http://www.epa.state.il.us/land/electronic-waste-recycling/index.html, which explains requirements for individuals and for manufacturers, a list of registered collectors, as well as a complete listing of all electronic items.

Additional information can be found under "Electronics information" in the McHenry County Green Guide www.mchenry.edu/recycling.

Resolution SR0352 on Cable Network for Military Veterans Moves to Governor Pat Quinn and the Cable Television and Communications Association of Illinois

Dec 1, 2011 - 5:52:59 PM

Blackanthem Military News

Illinois State Senate Testimony: (From left to right) Mick Grady, Senator Mike Jacobs, Mark Sides, Tom Marzullo

BLOOMINGTON, IL - An initiative to create a centralized communications channel, organized as Veterans Special Programs American National Network or V-SPANN, has been endorsed by the American Legion Department of Illinois and received unanimous support from the Illinois State Senate, with the committee's adoption of SR0352 (http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/fulltext.asp) on Tuesday.

Behind the movement to establish veterans' specific television programming is Michael "Mick" Grady, who became intimately familiar with the multitude of issues facing military families through friendships made at work over three decades, not the least of which is suicide. Through his efforts, he has attracted the support of companies that have full broadcasting capabilities, with experience working for Oprah Winfrey's "O," and others interested in hosting shows and supporting the V-SPANN service - and now, the American Legion.

Grady, along with Mark Sides, representing the American Legion Department of Illinois, and Victor Smith representing the VFW Department of Illinois provided proponent testimony.

According to Illinois American Legion Commander Dave Hicks, "V-SPANN presents an opportunity to address a multitude of communications gaps - to connect our national heroes and their families with critical information about resources and the supports and assistance they desperately need."

"The public might have heard that veterans are at high risk for suicide and even that the statistics are higher among them, but when people learn that it's 18 veterans a day that commit suicide, they are truly shocked," stated Grady. "What's even more shocking is that this occurs despite the resources available from community and national organizations. Over 26 million veterans, 28 million wives, and 33 million mothers and fathers comprise a third of the U.S. population. It is our duty to our service men and women and their families to establish a universal communications channel to deliver the information they need, wherever they are - to bridge that knowledge gap."

Grady affirms that many military and veteran families are more isolated than others, do not own computers, and have limited access to information. "In serving our country, military personnel face challenges on an equal or greater scale than that of the general public - in finding jobs, in managing health issues, and in simple daily living. The V-SPANN channel is an important method we can use to ensure that we don't leave anyone behind."

"Americans have the resources to mobilize in support of an effort overnight, and there is no better cause to get behind than this one. V-SPANN has the potential to become a powerful - and even life-saving - resource unlike any other," added Hicks. "The days of traditional mail are nearly history, with the postal service facing extinction. We must ensure other information delivery solutions are in place."

Stated Hicks, "Our soldiers have fought for the rights of others - for free speech. This channel will be a voice for them, to directly address problems and challenges they face, and deliver vital details about how they can find the help they need before it's too late."

To learn more about how to sponsor or become involved in V-SPANN, contact Mick Grady at (773) 370-6416.

A MESSAGE FROM THE SECRETARY OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Today, I would like to introduce VA for Vets, an outstanding new program to help our Veterans find appropriate careers at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Set to launch on November 11, Veterans Day, VA for Vets takes a high-tech and high-touch approach to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and reintegrating Veterans into the VA workforce. As part of its high-tech solution, the program offers state of the art online tools for Veterans as they seek employment or look to further career development opportunities. The online Career Center includes: a military skills translator that translates military skills into civilian language; a resume builder that tailors Veterans' resumes so they can more easily compete for open positions in VA; and avatar-based technology that connects deployed Servicemembers back to VA during their operational missions.

More from Secretary Shinseki (PDF)

Legion Foundation Awards More Than $500,000 in Grants

INDIANAPOLIS (Oct. 13, 2011) -- The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation, in its 57th year, has awarded $506,683 to 18 non-profit organizations. These grants, determined during the annual meeting of the Board of Directors, held at the Sheraton Hotel City Centre in Indianapolis, Ind. on Sunday, October 9, 2011, have been awarded to support worthwhile projects through the dissemination of information to the general public and specific target groups. The following is a brief summary of the grants awarded for 2012:

Alstrom Syndrome International of Mount Desert, Maine was awarded $13,125 for their project, "The Alstrom Syndrome Handbook." This grant will produce a soft cover binder with 12 topic dividers and approximately 40 pages of content, (photographs, figures, graphs, timelines, and supporting materials).


American Humane Association of Englewood, Colorado was awarded $35,250 for their project, "Family Group Decision Making Docutraining." This grant will fund production and distribution of 3,500 Docutraining workbooks, 100 Facilitator Guides and DVDs and marketing materials.

Read more of Legion Foundation Awards More Than $500,000 (PDF)

Flag Rewards Program
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Top 10 Posts for 2011 (Flag Sales since Jan. 1) OK (Ft. Gibson)   Post 20       $4,874      (credit earned = $487.40) NY (Corinth)   Post 533          $4,244       (credit earned = $424.40) CT (Litchfield)   Post 27          $2,820       (credit earned = $282.00) NY (Honeoye)   Post 1278      $2,462       (credit earned = $246.20) WY (Cheyenne)   Post 6         $2,207       (credit earned = $220.70) AZ (Williams)   Post 42           $2,111       (credit earned = $211.10) IL (Marseilles)   Post 235       $2,000       (credit earned = $200.00) IA (Osceola)   Post 69            $1,869       (credit earned = $186.90) NC (Wendell)   Post 148        $1,866       (credit earned = $186.60) MI (Jonesville)   Post 195       $1,843       (credit earned = $184.30) Over $2,629 of Emblem Sales credit earned between these 10 post

Fannie May® Gift Cards for American Legion

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