SAN ANTONIO, TX (November 3, 2014) -- Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) is once again showing its support of our military men and women. SSFCU President and CEO Jim Laffoon, recently joined representatives of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) and signed a Statement of Support for those serving in our National Guard and Reserve.
"Having been founded in 1956 as the credit union for Air Force members on Security Hill at Kelly Air Force Base, we have a long and deep history with the brave men and women who serve in our armed forces,” says Laffoon. “We recognize the extraordinary values, leadership and unique skills they bring as employees at Security Service, and we want to send a clear message that we not only understand but also support and deeply appreciate their patriotic duties.”
Gary Walston, retired Air Force Colonel and former Commander of the Air National Guard’s 149th Fighter Wing at Lackland Air Force Base, conducted the signing ceremony in his role as leader of the local ESGR volunteer force. Joining Walston was Susan Mustacchio, retired human resources professional and active ESGR volunteer.
The Statement of Support confirms Security Service’s commitment to:
- fully recognize, honor and enforce the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-Employment Rights Act (USERRA);
- provide managers and supervisors with the tools they need to effectively manage employees who serve in the Guard and Reserve;
- encourage opportunities to hire Guardsmen, Reservists and Veterans; and
- recognize and support our country’s service members and their families in peace, in crises and in war.
The signed certificate will be reproduced and displayed in each of Security Service’s 70 branch locations in Texas, Utah and Colorado, providing visible affirmation for the credit union’s military-attached employees.
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve is a Department of Defense office established in 1972 to develop and maintain employer support for Guard and Reserve service. ESGR advocates relevant initiatives, recognizes outstanding support, increases awareness of applicable laws, and resolves conflict between service members and employers. Paramount to ESGR's mission is encouraging the employment of Guardsmen and Reservists who bring integrity, global perspective and proven leadership to the civilian workforce.
(from left): Susan Mustacchio, retired human resources professional, military supporter and active Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) volunteer; Jim Laffoon, Security Service Federal Credit Union president and chief executive officer; and ESGR Volunteer Gary Walston, retired Air Force Colonel and former Commander of the Air National Guard's 149th Fighter Wing at Lackland Air Force Base