The major federal employer in this area is Department of Defense.
Like DoD, Holloman AFB and nearby White Sands Missile Range have experienced
downsizing and hiring freezes. However, military spouses should still visit
Civilian Personnel for up-to-date information on hiring. Department
of Defense is unique among federal agencies in offering Military Spouse
Preference in hiring. This preference is an opportunity for military
spouses to receive special hiring consideration once for each Permanent Change
of Station move. Please contact Civilian Personnel at 505-572-7202
for specific guidelines concerning Military Spouse Preference.
For
federal job hunting purposes, be sure to bring with you employment records,
performance appraisals, resumes, transcripts, certificates, licenses, SF-50 and
DD-214 (if applicable).
Contact the Employment Assistance program manager
at Holloman (505-572-7754 or DSN 572-7754) as soon as you receive your orders
and as soon as possible after your arrival.