Military Spouse! Should I tell them?

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Hi All,

I am married and my husband is active duty- Navy. He just got stationed in sunny San Diego. I actually use to live there, it's where we met. I just left my job and relocated from the East Coast with him a few weeks ago. When I go on interviews and they ask why did I relocate, should I mention being married? Should I just say my husband's job relocated him? I just don't want them to ask what he does. And I don't want to say he's in the military; some employers think you will only be a short term employee and may not want to hire me. I was thinking still tell the truth just omit the military; i.e: he work for the government as a 'blank- blank' lol.

Any advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance

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I spoke to wives in your position in the past and they indicated that your concerns are valid. I would do as you are suggesting. Give as little information as possible.

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As a former recruiter who worked with transitioning military I recommend this.

"I've decided to move back to San Diego so I can be closer to my family."

They are not allowed to ask about your husband if you never mention him. Protecting that will keep the rest of the questions from being legitimately asked. Good luck in your search.

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Yes, I would say that you used to live here, and you decided to relocate back here after time away, and you realized how much you missed it.

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Thanks for the quick responses guys. I appreciate your advice.

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