MAR/APR2013

this issueAssistant Chief of Staff's Letter/Recipes P.2

Mar. Training Calendar, Activities P.3

Apr. Training Calendar, Activities, Employee Coupon P.4

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NAVIGATING THE MCCS JOBApplication Process

by Stephanie Andrews

There are many benefits to working for MCCS, but perhaps one of the biggest is not only the possibility for advancement within the workplace, but the encouragement of it. There's a common thread with the Employee of the Month winners that I've learned of while interviewing them for their Team MCCS spotlights - most started here in a position different than the one they are currently holding. So, how do you advance within MCCS? Of course, always do your current job to the very best of your ability. Then apply for jobs as they become available using the new MCCS application process. First things first, how current is your resume? Whether you need to update it or don't have one at all, building your resume is always a good first step. The Career Resource Office has monthly resume classes that can help you do just that. What are your current skills? What are you especially good at? Professionals on staff assist you with polishing your rough draft resume and promoting these skills. You can also use their resume creation software and plug in your own information. To apply for any job opening at MCCS, you need to first register at http://usmc-mccs.org/careers/. Once registered, you can search available positions at any MCCS location, complete an online application and upload that professional resume you completed. You'll also have the opportunity to add any training certificates that you've completed. The good news as a current employee is that a lot of this information will be

automatically populated for you. Just make sure your information in Peoplesoft is up to date. Applications will be initially reviewed and processed by the Human Resources Recruiter. If yours is found among the best qualified, your application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You may be contacted with additional questions regarding your skills and experience, or hopefully, to schedule an interview. You will receive notification whether your application is or isn't forwarded to the hiring manager for consideration. Something to keep in mind should your application not be selected for an interview, keep trying! If you weren't right for this position, there's bound to be another that you are right for. After all, we are one of the largest employers in the Morongo Basin with over 1,000 employees. Don’t give up and don’t get discouraged. New positions are constantly opening up. Keep looking and keep applying. Whether you are going through the process of advancement or are content in your current job, it's important to remember that EVERY job at MCCS is valuable. Take pride in your job, and in knowing that you make a difference in improving the quality of life of others.

FITNESSHenry Ford's "Let's Eat Healthy" Program

Have you ever seen an unfit parent with an unfit young person and wonder to yourself "How could they let their child get that way?" A large part of the blame lies in portion control and lack of exercise. Thoughts like "I might as well finish off the bag" or "I am too tired to get up right now so I'll watch one more hour of TV." This is where the problem begins and the Henry Ford Health Systems team has developed a plan to stop this lifestyle trend at its core. The Henry Ford Health Systems team is taking this epidemic and doing something about it. They have created a program entitled "Let's Eat Healthy" with the goal to teach parents and young teens about healthy living in an all around manor. The ten week course includes valuable information on how to exercise at home, eating well, learning portion control and changing lifestyle habits. This program teaches the "5-2-1-0 game plan" where you are to eat 5 fruits and vegetables daily, 2 hours or less of "screen time" including tv and computer time, 1 hour or more of exercise and 0 sugary beverages. The thought is to encourage a lifestyle change that will lead to a healthier family. It is important to encourage healthy lifestyle options for the entire family. The goal is to lead to a lifestyle change by making small changes that will lead to big changes. The key is to incorporate exercise and healthy food options into your daily routine. For more information or tips, search "Let's Eat Healthy" on the Henry Ford Health Systems website at henryford.com. If you have further questions, contact the gyms and speak with the personal trainers. Resources: Siegel, j. Preventative measures: A Michigan hospital's unique programs allow AT's to help the community learn healthy habits and techniques. NATA news. January 2013.

by Danielle Kyle, ATC, CSCS, Semper Fit

If you have any questions about employment at MCCS, contact the Personnel & Employment Office at 830.4606, or visitmccs29palms. com/pages/mccsEmployees/naf.html

The winter has been a particularly cold one this year. But hang in there, the first day of spring (March 20) is just around the corner. With that, expect things to heat up around the Combat Center in more ways than one. Take advantage of the many ways as an MCCS employee that you can enjoy all the season has to offer.

MCCS prides itself in the recreational activities that you all work so hard to offer to our patrons. There's nothing keeping you from enjoying them yourself in your time off. In fact, we highly recommend it! Sandy Hill Lanes Bowling Center, Desert Winds Golf Course, Sunset Cinema and, of course, all of our amazing special events are all available for you to use and enjoy. Spring brings the return of actor Gary Sinise and the Lieutenant Dan Band. Mark your calendars for March 8 and join us for an evening of good music and fun. Complete details are available at mccs29palms.com.

Spring is also a great time to get active. But wellness is not merely important for you; it's good for the whole family. The MCCS Youth Sports program is open to the children of all MCCS employees and is the perfect outlet to help get your youth involved in healthy activities. This spring, Youth Sports is offering Soccer Camp, Hook a Kid on Golf and other activities that all start soon. Stop by the Community Center or call 830.3380 to find out how your child can participate.

Your service to our military families is making a positive impact on every member of the family. It's my goal that MCCS can also make a positive impact on you.

Semper Fidelis, Colonel Hal Sellers Assistant Chief of Staff, MCCS

Corned Beef and Cabbage

A Saint Patrick's Day tradition

INGREDIENTS2-3 lbs. (flat cut) corned beef brisket

with spice packet

1 bay leaf2 to 3 rutabagas, cut in chunks

1 lb. carrots (about 8 to 10) trimmed and left whole

10-15 small red potatoes

8 small whole onions, peeled

1-2 large head cabbage, cut into wedges

PREPARATIONPlace corned beef in large pot or Dutch oven and cover with water. Add the spice

packet that came with the corned beef and 1 bay leaf and onions. Cover pot

and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Skim off foam. Simmer on low

approximately 50 minutes per pound or until fork tender. Add whole potatoes,

rutabagas and carrots, and cook until the vegetables are almost tender. Add

cabbage and cook for 15 more minutes. Remove meat and let rest 15 minutes.

Place vegetables in a bowl and cover. Add as much broth (cooking liquid reserved

in the Dutch oven or large pot) as you want. Slice meat across the grain. Serve

corned beef surrounded with vegetables.

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from Stephanie Andrews

Roasted Asparagus withLemon BreadcrumbsINGREDIENTS

2 lbs. asparagus, trimmed1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oilCoarse salt and freshly ground pepper2 tbsp. unsalted butter½ c. panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)½ lemon, juiced and zestedGarnish: ½ lemon, cut into wedgesPREPARATION

from MarthaStewart.com

Preheat oven to 425°. Arrange asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet, and drizzle with oil. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roast until tender, 18 to 20 minutes, then transfer to a platter. Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add panko, and cook, stirring frequently, until deep golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in lemon juice and zest. Season with salt. Top asparagus with breadcrumbs, and garnish with lemon.

Update your Easter sides this year with this light, lemony and crunchy dish.

MARCH Training Calendar

MCCS Manager’s Course HQ Course Applications Required

Mar. 5-8, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

New Employee Orientation & Indoctrination: (All new employees)

Mar. 11-13, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Drug Free Workplace (DFWP)Supervisor Training

Mar. 14, 9 - 11 a.m.

Four Lenses Self Discovery Mar. 19, 9 - 11:30 a.m.

Drug Free Workplace (DFWP)Supervisor Training

Mar. 20, 2 - 4 p.m.

The Difficult Guest Mar. 21, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Tuition Assistance (TA) BriefsMar. 22, 10 - 11 a.m. & 1 - 2 p.m.

New Employee Orientation & Indoctrination: (All new employees)

Mar. 25-27, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

ANNUAL MANDATORY TRAINING Mar. 28, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 4 - 8 p.m.

Keeping the Good One’s Employee Retention

Mar. 28, 1 - 5 p.m.

CDSO Brief(No need to register)

Mar. 29, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.

Training location is Personnel training room (unless otherwise specified)

Visit mccs29palms.com or call 830.6163 ext. 222 for more details.

MARCH ACTIVITIES CALENDARProgram Activity Date & Time Age

MCCS Special Events830.5086 Bldg. 1024

USO Gary Sinise and theLt. Dan Band

March 8, 6 p.m., doors open at 5 p.m., Sunset Cinema

MCCS authorized patrons

Operation Stork March 20, 6 - 8:30 p.m., O’ClubMCCS authorized expectant mothers

Semper Fit830.4092 Bldg. 1588

Intramural VolleyballSign up by March 5, season starts March 12

MCCS authorized patrons

Lifelong Learning Library830.6875 Bldg. 1528

Book Swap March 21, 3 - 7 p.m. MCCS authorized patrons

New ParentSupport Program

830.7622 Bldg. 1438Nurturing Parenting Class

March. 6, 13, 20 and 278 a.m. - 12 p.m.

MCCS authorized patrons

Sandy Hill Lanes830.6422 Bldg. 1584

Free Lunch BowlingOngoing; Mon., Weds. and Fri. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

MCCS authorized patrons

Auto Skills Center830.7527 Bldg. 1083

Basic Class: Car Care 101 March 9 or 24, 11 a.m. MCCS authorized patrons

Advanced Class: Four Stroke Internal Combustion Engines

March 16, 11 a.m. MCCS authorized patrons

Marine Corps Family Team Building

830.3110 Bldg. 1551

Basic Anger Management March 7, 9 - 11 a.m. MCCS authorized patrons

Four Lenses workshop March 26, 5 - 7 p.m. MCCS authorized children

Counseling Services830.6245 Bldg. 1438

Open Door Counseling Mondays, 5 - 7 p.m. MCCS authorized patrons

APRIL Training CalendarMixing Four Generations

in the Workplace Apr. 2, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

WCCS Refresher Apr. 4, 12 - 4 p.m.

Give’em the Pickle Apr. 9, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Tuition Assistance (TA) BriefsApr. 12, 10 - 11 a.m. & 1 - 2 p.m.

"Are You Listening?"Facilitated by the MCCS Training Dept.

Apr. 16-17, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Time Management Apr. 18, 9 - 11 a.m.

New Employee Orientation & Indoctrination: (All new employees)

Apr. 22-24, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Creating Goals & Objectives Apr. 25, 1 - 3 p.m.

CDSO Brief (No need to register)

Apr. 26, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.

Keeping the Good OnesEmployee RetentionApr. 30, 8 a.m. & 12 p.m.

Training location is Personnel training room (unless otherwise specified)

Visit mccs29palms.com or call 830.6163 ext. 222 for more details.

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EMPLOYEE COUPONMAR/APR 2013

Valid March 1 - April 30, 2013One Coupon Per Employee. Valid MCCS ID required.

Not to be combined with other specials, discounts & coupons.

MCX MAIN EXCHANGE760.830.6163BLDG. 1502MCCS29PALMS.COM

OFF15%ALL USMC LOGO TEESfor Men , Women and Children

T-shirt colors and styles vary.

APRIL ACTIVITIES CALENDARProgram Activity Date & Time Age

MCCS Special Events830.5086 Bldg. 1024

Culpepper and Merriweather Circus

April 28: 5 p.m., April 29: 2 & 6 p.m., Del Valle Field

MCCS authorized patrons

Lifelong Learning Library830.6875 Bldg. 1528

Month of the Military Child Open House

April 26, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. MCCS authorized patrons

All Hands Restaurant (at Officers’ Club)

830.6610 Bldg. 1573Pasta, Fajita or Salad Bar

Every Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (call for menu)

All hands

Sandy Hill Lanes830.6422 Bldg. 1584

Colorama Tournament April 5, call for time MCCS authorized patrons

New ParentSupport Program

830.7622 Bldg. 1438 Baby Basics Workshop April 4, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. MCCS authorized patrons

Semper Fit830.4092 Bldg. 1588

Blood DriveApril 19, West Gym Parking Lot, (call for time)

MCCS authorized patrons

Marine and Family Services

830.6345 Bldg. 1438

Anger Management and Couples Communication

April 2 (call for time) MCCS authorized patrons

Auto Skills Center830.7527 Bldg. 1083

Basic Class: Alignments April 13 or 27, 11 a.m. MCCS authorized patrons

Advanced Class: Lubricating and Cooling System

April 20, 11 a.m. MCCS authorized patrons

Family Advocacy Program

830.6245 Bldg. 1438

Couples Communication Workshop

1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, 9 a.m. - noon

MCCS authorized patrons