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Mark your calendars and plan to attend one of these expos near you. Veteran Expos are two-day events to connect veterans with resources in employment, education, healthcare, and quality of life. MVAA is working with the US Chamber of Commerce, other state agencies and community partners to bring together employers, healthcare providers, educational institutions, counselors, and other community resources and associations that serve veterans and their families. The Michigan Veteran Expos will provide on-site assistance with:
- Employment counseling, such as resume writing and interview preparation
- Hiring opportunities and interviews
- Health screenings
- Meetings with accredited service officers
- Enrollment in state and federal veteran benefit programs
- Educational programs
- Recreational opportunities
- Signing up for a veterans’ designation on the driver’s license
Dates:
August 8 and 9 – Marquette, MI – Northern Michigan University
September 5 and 6 – Grand Rapids, MI – Delta Plex Center
November 7 and 8 – Detroit, MI – Cobo Conference Center
Visit here to register in advance.
Download a copy of the flyer.
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 Legislation now provides Michigan National Guard members tuition assistance with a bill signed by Governor Rick Snyder earlier this month.
Under the new National Guard Tuition Assistance Act:
Assistance is available for eligible Army and Air Guard members of all ranks. Receive up to $4,500 per year with a $250 per credit-hour cap. Assistance will be awarded in the form of a reimbursement. The educational institution attended must have a campus or headquarters in Michigan, with some exceptions for Air National Guard personnel. Keep reading to learn more.
Did you know that Michigan Army National Guard just got another tuition assistance to help you go to school? We now offer $13,344 a year for college. Still think it is not for you? Why don't you either text or call me at (269)532-8706 to ask questions and find out if it is for you. No obligation just to ask questions.. Just saying... Think about it... It could be the best thing you ever did for yourself - Jason Brautigam, Michigan National Guard Recruiter
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Profiles of the men and women of the Veterans' Services Division of the state of Michigan's Workforce Development Agency, working every day to help veterans find employment and Michigan employers acquire the talent they need to grow and thrive.
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Congratulations Steven Munoz of Ferndale.
The American Legion, Department of Michigan has awarded Michigan Veterans' Services Division's Steven Munoz as Michigan's Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program Specialist (DVOP) of the Year.
DVOPs provide a vital network for veterans and work closely with them, other government agencies and services organizations in order to assist our former military service people. Our DVOPs are located in many Michigan Works! Agencies throughout the State and meet with qualified veterans with barriers to employment.
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 "I was initially confused knowing there were other DVOPs that I deem much more deserving and I mean much more," said US Marine Corps Veteran, Munoz. "It's an honor and I am very grateful and very humbled." Thank you Steven for your hard work, persistence and dedication in serving Michigan veterans!
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 Top view of the training aircraft carrier Sable on Lake Michigan with FM Wildcat making a deck launch - 1945
The Great Lakes provided vital support for the war effort in WWII, from building 28 fleet subs in Manitowoc, WI to providing the bulk of U.S. industrial output. We could not have won the war if it weren't for the benefits of the Great Lakes and the related industry they provided.
There was another benefit of the lakes that is often overlooked. Japan quickly lost the war because, among many other things, its navy could not replace its carrier pilot losses. The U.S. was able to by training so many pilots in both comfort (calm seas) and safety (no enemy subs).
We took two old side-wheel Great Lakes passenger steamers and turned them into training carriers on Lake Michigan.
Virtually every carrier pilot trained in the war got his landing training on these amazing ships. Sadly, nothing but these great photos and the wrecks of the aircraft that ditched alongside them remain to tell their fascinating story.
Check out the full history and photos of the USS Sable and USS Wolverine.
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 Are you a veteran who served in the military during the Vietnam era and never had the opportunity to obtain your high school diploma? Don't let this be a barrier any longer to finding a good job.
The State of Michigan has passed legislation that allows honorably discharged WWII, Korean or Vietnam era veterans to proudly check the box on their next application that indicates, "I have a high school diploma."
“Oftentimes, to their detriment, veterans have integrity and are honest to a fault," says Michigan Veterans' Services Division Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Specialist, Rick Donovan. "In today’s age of internet applications for jobs, when asked if they have a high school diploma or GED they will say “NO,” which excludes them from the interview process. An example could be a veteran who is a skilled trades person who entered military service prior to completion of high school. After 30 years working in their field they find themselves unemployed due to the downturn in the economy. This legislation will afford many veterans the opportunity to simply say “YES” on today’s applications, allowing them to be interviewed by employers, being able to share their skills in person, their work history, certifications and abilities leading to more employment opportunities."
Many Vietnam era veterans are still in the workforce and obtaining a high school diploma will no longer preclude them from employment opportunities that require a minimum of a high school diploma.
View the legislation.
Download and fill out this application to obtain your high school diploma.
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 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring military veterans as CBP Officers to work for one of the Department of Homeland Security’s largest agencies. CBP’s priority mission is protecting our nation’s borders by keeping terrorists and their weapons out of the United States.
Successful candidates receive 17-19 weeks of classroom and field training at the CBP Academy, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Ga.
This is a great opportunity to continue serving our country while receiving a competitive salary and nice benefits package.
Download this flyer for the full details or visit online to apply at www.cbp.gov/careers/join-cbp/which-cbp-career/cbp-officer
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 Summit Health will be recruiting onsite at Michigan Works! Novi Center on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 from 9:00am-12:30pm.
The Novi Center is located at:
31186 Beck Road
Novi, Michigan 48377
Summit Health is seeking to hire several positions. Complete job descriptions can be found on www.MiTalent.org under the following job code numbers:
Account Manager # 5131393
Client Services Representative # 5092842
Wellness Staffing Specialist # 5092852
Data Entry Clerk # 5092856
Please call 248-889-0410 x25 between 9am and 3pm, Monday through Friday to set up your interview appointment. Walk-ins may not be accepted.
Be sure to update your resume at www.MiTalent.org prior to this event.
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Thank you for your service to this great country. Are you part of Michigan Veterans' Services Division Facebook Family?
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