Find a Broke Job Overseas and Hustle Hard From There
First of all, hat tip to my brothas over in Tokyo keeping it 100% – some of yall don’t know its brothas and sistas all over this world, especially ex-military cats who settled overseas looking out for you. So the question was posted in Facebook somewhere about a cat that wants to move overseas and needed help on how to get started. He started talking about his credentials and one cat told him that he may have to crawl before he ball to get some kind of footing.
If you think about it, that’s how everybody had to come up from Tony Montana washing dishes to Niko Belic hanging out at his cousin taxi cab shop. We can go on and on from Quincy Jones to yall Tyler Perry who had to do menial crap before making their break. Even I had to do crappy menial jobs like wrap a stack of Teenage Ninja Mutant Turtles VHS tapes onto pallets back in the days, which is why cats know I’m certified and not on some nonsense when it comes to the hustle.
But the truth and what it comes down to is what kind of person you are in terms of being a go-getter. If you a sorry, lazy ass, timid, procrastinating, self-doubting, no faith in you and your God then you might as well stop reading this article. But if you are the type that ain’t got ish to lose and everything to gain, know you can find opportunity in any situation you get put in, tired of the same ish, different day around you and got a clean record and drug free, then there are ways for you go get out there.
Basically, go over to USAjobs.gov and type in another country and press search. That’s all you have to do to get started looking at overseas opportunities. Now before I get started, let me explain something to the clueless and uninitiated who never been nowhere and ain’t done. First of all, brothas and sistas are already overseas working these jobs and anybody who serve in the military see civilians all the time and their families overseas doing these jobs. I told you from the top of this article, brothas from Tokyo mention this so they must came up the same path. You are going to be around brothas and sistas who can show your ass the ropes, you get that ish in your head first and foremost.
Another thing to keep in mind is you ain’t going to live there permanently; you just want some overseas experience to build up your exposure. Now, let’s not be naïve here as there are some factors that come into play. First of all, most of the jobs featured on USAJobs.gov give preferences to veterans who are disabled or served in armed conflict military operations and campaigns (translation:combat). But here is the thing – most veterans even when they come back home rarely take advantage of their GI Bill or these job opportunities. Second, you have to keep in mind some of these jobs may go to military wives or on-base people or whatever but even in those situations, most of them don’t want to work and live off the active duty cat money. So don’t be too discouraged and the worst you can do is just keep trying.
Let’s look at some jobs out there I’ve found. First of all, the only places I’m looking at are Japan, Italy, United Kingdom and South Korea. All of these places may have some stepping stone element to it. For example, while in South Korea, you talk too much to get the wholesale hookup and start exporting ish to Black hood retailers directly, same with Italy. Also these are places where you got brothas and sistas already established as ex-pats. But that just my opinion and remember this is just a suggestion.
Japan
OFFICE AUTOMATION ASSISTANT, GS-0326-04
$24,518.00 to $35,657.00 / Per Year
In this position, you will perform general office clerical and office automation duties, including word processing, and a variety of clerical functions in support of the school to which assigned. You will prepare a variety of correspondence, forms, reports and statistical material in draft or final form. Assist in managing files and records related to correspondence/mail distribution and freedom of information act data.
SCHOOL SUPPORT ASSISTANT, GS-0303-05
$27,431.00 to $39,748.00 / Per Year
In this position, you will perform the material management and support services functions for a DoDDS school/office in order to provide adequate and timely logistics support to students, staff, and faculty. Prepares, edits, and submits orders to the Area Director’s office for purchasing supplies and equipment within specified budget/time constraints based on approved requests from facility and support staff. Performs a combination of tasks concerned with the receipt, storage, issue and replenishment of supplies and equipment, forms, publications, texts and other books, and items requiring special handling (e.g., live specimens, hazardous materials such as gasoline, volatile chemicals, and gases), as well as technical items such as computer equipment, facsimile machines, and audiovisual equipment. Records supply transactions in the appropriate automated system. Maintains formal records of durable property and textbooks, including complete histories of transactions. Assists in preparation of unserviceable and/or unneeded items for transfer to the Defense Reutilization Management Office (DRMO). Performs a variety of light maintenance and repair work for the school (e.g., changing light bulbs, adding toner to copy machines, moving furniture, making simple or minor repairs to nonelectrical equipment). As a designated Government Ordering Official, backs up the senior School Support Assistant in the purchase of supplies and services for the school through the use of the Government Purchase Card (GPC). Receives all purchases made through GPC program. Verifies quantity, description, condition, and price to actual order. Reconciles monthly GPC statement. Prepares Cardholder Statement of Questioned Items (CSQI) in cases of billing discrepancies. May arrange unofficial travel through use of GPC, assuring competition on all travel transactions above $2,500 unless arranged through the local Scheduled Airlines Travel Office (SATO)/Carlson Travel.
Commissary Support Clerk
$24,518.00 to $31,871.00 / Per Year
As a Commissary Support Clerk, you will carry out a variety of common miscellaneous clerical and assistance assignments typically found at the individual store level. You will receive merchandise requisitions and place merchandise orders accordingly, posting orders placed to an automated register for merchandise order tracking. You will verify that the order register reflects balances and adjustments. You will process a variety of accounting documents including but not limited to Report of Deposit, Vendor Credit Memorandums, charge account requests, and dishonored checks. You will ensure an adequate stock of administrative and operating supplies are maintained and available at all times for utilization. You will take appropriate disposal action for commissary equipment excess and will prepare documents to report lost, damaged, or destroyed property and equipment. You will operate automated systems for recording prices, printing price listings, creating new shelf labels, and performing price look-up file maintenance for item price changes. As necessary, you will set up and issue cash drawers to cashiers, count all money and verify fund balance against computer account of sales, monitor personnel actions to ensure suspense dates are met and actions are completed, and complete time and attendance for store employees.
United Kingdom
Note: It appears with the UK positions, you have to be a US Citizen already living there. I advise you don’t try the UK unless you already got couch surfing connects in the UK.
SCHOOL SUPPORT ASSISTANT, GS-0303-05
$27,431.00 to $39,748.00 / Per Year
In this position, you will perform the material management and support services functions for a DoDDS school/office in order to provide adequate and timely logistics support to students, staff, and faculty. Prepares, edits, and submits orders to the Area Director’s office for purchasing supplies and equipment within specified budget/time constraints based on approved requests from facility and support staff. Performs a combination of tasks concerned with the receipt, storage, issue and replenishment of supplies and equipment, forms, publications, texts and other books, and items requiring special handling (e.g., live specimens, hazardous materials such as gasoline, volatile chemicals, and gases), as well as technical items such as computer equipment, facsimile machines, and audiovisual equipment. Records supply transactions in the appropriate automated system. Maintains formal records of durable property and textbooks, including complete histories of transactions. Assists in preparation of unserviceable and/or unneeded items for transfer to the Defense Reutilization Management Office (DRMO). Performs a variety of light maintenance and repair work for the school (e.g., changing light bulbs, adding toner to copy machines, moving furniture, making simple or minor repairs to nonelectrical equipment). As a designated Government Ordering Official, backs up the senior School Support Assistant in the purchase of supplies and services for the school through the use of the Government Purchase Card (GPC). Receives all purchases made through GPC program. Verifies quantity, description, condition, and price to actual order. Reconciles monthly GPC statement. Prepares Cardholder Statement of Questioned Items (CSQI) in cases of billing discrepancies. May arrange unofficial travel through use of GPC, assuring competition on all travel transactions above $2,500 unless arranged through the local Scheduled Airlines Travel Office (SATO)/Carlson Travel.
South Korea
(School) Monitor
$20,017.00 to $25,191.00 / Per Year
Serves as monitor responsible for performing lunchroom, recess, classroom and bus monitoring duties. Assembles students at designated points and monitors dismissal and movement through hall while moving students to the cafeteria. Monitors lunchroom activities and designated recess area. Monitors lunchroom cleanup and assures students place paper and uneaten food into appropriate disposal receptacles. Assemble the students for designated lineup areas for return to classrooms. Also monitors recess area assuring safe recess activities.
Customer Services Relations Assistant
$12.00 to $12.00 / Per Hour (Note: the pay is crappy but this is a side hustle job that create connections)
As a Customer Services Relations Assistant you will work at the Tommy D’s Club. You will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service service to facility patrons. Your duties will include verifying patron identification cards before admittance into the club, verifying no prohibited materials are brought into the club, and monitoring facility activities.
Work days are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday only.
Work shift is 11:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.
Italy
Bartender
$9.48 to $11.06 / Per Hour
Sets up bar for operation, maintains cash bank and stocks service bar. Records cash and credit sales. Prepares and serves a variety of alcoholic drinks. Maintains bar by keeping glasses, utensils, equipment and work area clean and sanitary. Controls accuracy of bar invetory and operating supplies at open and close of business. Maintains adequate stock levels and submits estimates of stock requirements to supervisor. Sets up storeroom, shelves and coolers to permit easy access in re-stocking items. Provides information to patrons concerning scheduled entertainment, club activities and available services. Uses good judgment, tact and courtesy to deny sale of alcoholic beverages to customers who appear overly intoxicated. Notifies security or management if unusual problems or incidents occur.
Hotel Desk Clerk
$8.00 to $14.14 / Per Hour
Logs reservations for incoming guests based on room availability. Interviews incoming guests to determine their status in order to assin appropriate quarters. Assists clientele in the completion of required forms and registration cards. Answers questions pertaining to rules and regulations governing the assignment and use of the qurters. Issues room keys. Provides statement of non-availability when applicable. Post registration information on registration card. Orients guests concerning use of facilities and equipment and other facilities available on post. Computes charges for guest check-out, receives payments and room keys; renders receipts. Accounts for and secures cash at the end of the shift.
Child and Youth Program Assistant (Entry, SKill and Target Level)
$10.49 to $17.09 / Per Hour
Serves as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more CYS programs. Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Assists in providing and leading planned activities for program participants.
Helps establish a program environment that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth and adults. Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule. Uses prepared curriculum/program materials and assists with developing a list of needed supplies and equipment.
Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques. Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, and the Command.
Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events. Promotes and models safety, fitness, health and nutrition practices. Notifies supervisor on health, fire, and safety compliance concerns. Helps arrange for/serve appropriate snacks/meals where applicable.
Observes a program participant for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Notes special instructions provided by parents. Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with authorized person according to written parental instruction.
Assists in maintaining program participation data and completing required daily reports. Provides care/supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with DoD, Army and local policies, guidance, and standards.
Completes designated training requirements and records and tracks completed training on own Individual Development Plan (IDP). Participates in program evaluation as required. Assists In achieving and maintaining DoD/Army certification and national accreditation or Army equivalent. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Keep the following in mind:
Are you are disabled/combat veteran? If so, you can apply for any of these jobs. A lot of these jobs are designed for local people who may have a husband or mom or dad in the military or a civilian contractor already living in the area. What I don’t recommend is you save your money and fly over there. Remember your common sense – most jobs are usually already filled before they are publicly posted by inside connections. Most of the time, posting a job is just a formality when they already decided who they was going to hook up with the job. So that why I’m telling you don’t do anything based on what you read.
What you want to do is try your damnest to find connects who can help guide you in the application process and see if positions are open. Then once you know the position is truly open from a real person mouth, then you apply for the position. That’s with any job in this economy.
Now, I’m not speaking from experience because even though I’m a combat veteran with preferential treatment, I never applied or have a desire to work for the government. But if you got somebody around you who got back from Iraq or Afghanistan and talking about there ain’t no jobs, then be straight up with them and tell them to help setup the worldwide Diaspora for the rest of us and start looking at these overseas opportunities. See, once they get in the door even with a crappy job, they can open up way more connects for the rest of us.
So when you check out USAjobs.gov, just remember that you can search outside the USA to see what jobs they got.
