Corrections Corporation of America Named a "Top 50 Military-Friendly Employer" by G.I. Jobs Magazine
Recognition marks CCA's second appearance on list of top companies for career-minded veterans
Nashville, Tenn. (Vocus/PRWEB ) November 12, 2008 -- Corrections Corporation of America (CCA) is one of the best companies in the nation for military servicepersons to continue their careers. That's according to G.I. Jobs magazine, which ranked CCA among the nation's "Top 50 Military-Friendly Employers" of 2008 in its December issue.
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Headquartered in Nashville, Tenn., with more than 60 facilities nationwide, CCA is ranked 47th on G.I. Jobs annual listing of America's top companies for veterans transitioning from their military careers into the civilian sphere. With distribution in hundreds of military transition centers and government employment centers around the world, G.I. Jobs is read by hundreds of thousands of military transitioners planning their post-service lives.
"We value being recognized for our continuous efforts to attract and retain these men and women whose skills and experience fit seamlessly in the corrections industry," says Bill Rusak, CCA chief human resources officer. "We respect that veterans have already starred in one of the most important roles in our country. We also know that they are equipped to play leading parts as correctional professionals with our company, which shares so many of their values and so much of their culture."
"Touting an extensive program to recruit transitioning military troops and military veterans, CCA was found to be a top 'military-friendly' employer in America," adds Rich McCormack, G.I. Jobs publisher. "The company, which finds itself on the list for the second time in six years, improved an already excellent program by hiring more veterans. CCA recognizes that the military training veterans live every day is a huge asset. These are professional leaders that instantly add value to the companies that hire them. In today's marketplace, companies with a military hiring program have a significant competitive advantage."
CCA first appeared in the "Top 50" in 2006. The company's reappearance may be attributed to stepped-up efforts in military recruiting that are backed by noticeable campaigns, strategies and hard numbers, including a work force that is 10 percent veteran-based.
G.I. Jobs considers the level of recruitment resources dedicated to hiring veterans, like a full-time recruiter, a military recruitment emphasis online, military job fairs and career presentations and the percentage of the recruitment budget earmarked for military efforts. They also evaluate the percentage of hires that are veterans and benefits like differential pay, life insurance and medical insurance.
"The beauty of our situation is that people coming back from combat are from all over the country, and we are all over the country," he says. "So we offer opportunities all across the board. They bring with them the skills that we train others to have."
About CCA
CCA is the founder and industry leader of the private corrections management industry, representing the nation's fifth-largest corrections system, behind the federal government and three states. CCA currently operates 64 facilities, including 42 that are company-owned, with a total design capacity of approximately 82,000 beds in 19 states and the District of Columbia, with more than 17,000 employees who provide comprehensive educational, vocational, therapeutic and addictions treatment programs intended to prepare inmates for successful re-integration with society.
About G.I. Jobs
G.I. Jobs is the national magazine that assists transitioning military members and veterans in their search for civilian employment. G.I. Jobs is published by Victory Media, a veteran-owned business, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pa. The company also publishes Military Spouse and Vetrepreneur magazines.
CONTACT:
Louise Grant
Corrections Corporation of America
(615) 263-3106 or (615) 289-4298
Louise.Grant@correctionscorp.com
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