Eighth Army

The strength of our nation is our Army. The strength of our Army is our Soldiers. The strength of our Soldiers is in our families. Taking care of our Soldiers, Families, and Civilians is an enduring Army priority.

Soldiers, Civilians and Families stationed in the Republic of Korea enjoy a dynamic, family-friendly assignment that is personally and professionally rewarding. This is an exciting time to be a Pacific Victor as Eighth Army moves to a future that ensures we are postured to continue our enduring legacy of service in the Republic of Korea. As part of this transition, Eighth Army has undergone the most sweeping transformation in our organization’s history to consolidate the bulk of our operations at two enduring hubs south of Seoul. Approximately $10.7 billion was invested to expand U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys near Pyeongtaek from 1,200 to over 3,500 acres. Soldiers, Civilians and Families stationed here currently live and work in one of the Army’s flagship garrison communities with access to a wide array of services and amenities. With one of the Army’s premier garrison environments and a vibrant cultural experience just outside the gates, South Korea is one of the Army’s best duty stations for military families. The DoDEA School System on the Korean Peninsula provides students with an exciting blend of academic, social, cultural and extracurricular experiences that prepare them for success later on in life. Outside of duty hours, families have the opportunity to explore a modern nation, renowned for its rich cultural history and aesthetic beauty. With all of the benefits that Soldiers, Civilians and Family Members serving in Eighth Army have at their disposal it is easy to see why the “Land of the Morning Calm” is one of the Army’s most popular destinations. To learn more about why South Korea is the Army’s best kept secret, take time to explore some of the related links on this page or ask your career counselor for more information.

Our goal is to provide some resources to family members who consider employment opportunities while living in Korea. There are several different avenues of employment throughout Korea. These include Appropriate (APF) and Non-Appropriate (NAF) funded federal positions, invited contractor positions, Korean National positions, and other employment opportunities in the local economy. Military Spouse Preference You are eligible for this hiring category if you are a spouse of active members of the Military Services (including the U.S. Coast Guard and full-time Reserve or National Guard) when you apply for all positions in the commuting area of the new duty station being filled under competitive procedures within the Department of Defense (DoD). NOTE: Preference can be granted only once per Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move. Preference terminates when you accept OR decline a continuing permanent position without the time limitation. You must physically be at the foreign post to receive preference or 30 days prior to the report date for overseas assignment. Required Documents: Copy of the sponsor’s PCS orders Current application or resume Proof of relationship if not listed on orders Military Spouse Preference You are eligible for this hiring category if you are a spouse, domestic partner or unmarried dependent child younger than 23 who: Lives with a sponsor, who is a active duty member of the U.S. Armed Forces or U.S. civilian employees of U.S. Government agencies assigned in Korea and; Has not accepted or declined a permanent position or a temporary position of more than one year or longer within the same commuting area of your sponsor’s new permanent duty station. Family members with non-US citizenship who meet the requirement above may search and apply for available Korean Local National positions in accordance with USFK Reg 690-1. Family Preference does NOT apply to: Employment with the Defense Intelligence Components. DoDI 1400.25-V1232, January 5, 2011 Full performance level positions covered by mandatory mobility agreements. Employment of educators by the DoD Education Activity. Family members of locally hired Federal civilian employees. Family members of Korean national employees. DoD positions in foreign areas for which appointing authority is held by non-DoD agencies. Required Supporting Documents for preference: Copy of the sponsor’s permanent change of station(PCS) orders with effective date of the PCS Proof of relationship if not listed on orders (i.e., Marriage license, birth cert etc.) Veterans Preference Special consideration is given to qualified veterans, known as Veterans’ Preference, not all veterans are entitled to it. Veterans’ preference eligibility can be based on dates of active duty service, receipt of a campaign badge, receipt of a Purple Heart, or a service-connected disability. Veterans Preference does not guarantee a job. Special Hiring Authorities: Veterans’ Recruitment Appointment (VRA): An excepted authority that allows to non-competitively appoint an eligible veteran at any grade level up to a GS-11 or equivalent. Disabled veterans; or active duty during war or campaign or expedition which campaign medal was awarded; or active duty servicing in a US military operation that an Armed Forces Service Medal was awarded; or veterans separated from active duty within past 3 years AND separation under honorable conditions. 30% or More Disable Veteran: An authority that allow to non-competitively appoint any veteran with a 30% or more service-connected disability. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): An authority to allow veterans to compete under merit promotion procedures in competitive service. Preference eligible or veteran separated from the armed forces after 3 or more years of continuous active service AND under honorable conditions. Vet Guide is available at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals. Veterans Employment Information is available at https://www.fedshirevets.gov.

NEO Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is a Non Combatant Evacuation? Non Combatant Evacuation is a standard U.S. response to hostilities and natural disasters which might endanger our citizens. One of the primary goals of NEO training is to ensure we can do this task successfully under real-world circumstances. 2. Who is my NEO Warden? Each unit has a designated NEO Warden. Please contact your chain of command to find out who is your NEO Warden. NEO Wardens are available to update your NEO packets, demonstrate use of the ICAPS mask and answer any questions you might have about a potential evacuation. 3. Can NEO registration be completed on-line? All potential evacuees must contact their NEO Warden to update their packets, information and items in their NEO kits. Contact your NEO warden today to ensure you are ready. NOTE Your ICAPS Protective mask comes in a yellow sealed box. You may open the ICAPS box to train with the mask, however the sealed canister inside the box MUST remain sealed. The M52 mask comes in a brown cardboard box. The box must remain sealed. Ask your warden for M52 training opportunities. For more information, click here (CAC-enabled) Related Files USFK PAM 600-300 NEO 101 (English) NEO 101 (Hangul) M52 Quick Mask Training ICAPS Training NEO Binder PET NEO Self-filling NCE NEO Packet Related Links American Red Cross Safe and Well Program Seoul Embassy Travel Announcements and Security Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)