Anthony Gibson ⋅ Rochester, MN IBM ⋅ 1 years experience

Johnny,
I to was an AO in the Navy, translating that job to anything outside was difficult. If you were able to help out with any of the office work sometimes that can help with basic computer knowledge. I would definitely say that getting back into school and utilizing your military benefits would be your best idea at this point. I did that and finished a Bachelors degree in just over 3 years and now work for the largest Information Technology company in the world. I will say that no matter the job you are applying for having a backround in the military is great even if all it shows is a background of dedication to do your very best. If you have any other questions or would like some resume tips on what to put about your time as an AO feel free to email me. gibsona@us.ibm.com.

Alan Millner ⋅ Lexington, MA MIT ⋅ 40 years experience

Johnny, your initial direction in getting your business degree is the one you seem to want to pick up again. Think of yourself as an entry level financial person, with your military experience as an added certification that you are focused, disciplined, and ready to buckle down and get the job done ( many grads are not). Be sure your financial skills are still sharp.

Michael Calonita ⋅ New Hyde Park, NY U.S. Navy, Petty Officer Second Class ⋅ 5 years served

To clarify, you were an Aviation Ordnanceman?(AO3) If so, to others, this is a basic outline of the job; " Aviation ordnancemen are aircraft armament (weapons) specialists in charge of storing, servicing, inspecting and handling of all types of weapons and ammunition carried on Navy aircraft"

Scott McPherson ⋅ Nashville, TN Pinnacle Financial Partners ⋅ 16 years experience

Johnny,
Anyone who succeeded in the military has great potential in the civilian world. The trick is to communicate what you did there in a way a civilian employer will understand. I agree, avoid acronyms ( I have no idea what an AO is). Focus on what you did & skills you learned (teamwork, attention to detail, leadership, etc). If you'd like specific help, send your resume & the position you are seeking to scott.mcpherson@pnfp.com.

John Stevens ⋅ Middletown, MD ⋅ 20 years experience

Johnny - send me your resume to stevensjohna@gmail.com. I have a veteran who recently started in the financial services industry.

Thanks - John

Jeremiah McEnerney ⋅ Springfield, VA URS ⋅ 26 years experience

Admin Officer or Acronym Officer? The military has a reputation as a 'jargon-rich' environment. Each industry has its own language and semantics as well. So make sure you are speaking and communicating in plain English and to understand the language of your industry.