Department of Homeland Security is Hiring!
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking hundreds of qualified individuals to fill critical positions in cybersecurity, information technology, intelligence analysis, law enforcement, travel security, and emergency prevention, response, and management. They are also filling other critical positions to include business operations, mission support, and more.
As part of this hiring efforts, DHS will host a series of webinars to provide information on the Department’s mission, career opportunities, special hiring authorities, effective resume writing, and how to create a profile on USAJOBS.
These webinars are open to the public:
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Time (Eastern Time)
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Date
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July 9
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2 – 4 p.m.
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DHS is Hiring – A Day in the Life of the U.S. Secret Service: Uniformed Division Officers
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July 13
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6 – 8 p.m.
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DHS is Hiring – Mission and Component Overview
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July 21
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2 – 4 p.m.
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DHS is Hiring – Individuals with Disabilities
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August 3
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1 – 3 p.m.
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DHS is Hiring – A Day in the Life of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Information Technology
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August 12
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1 – 3 p.m.
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DHS is Hiring – Military Spouses
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August 20
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1 – 3 p.m.
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Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Student Programs
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September 9
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6 – 8 p.m.
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DHS is Hiring – Veterans
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September 23
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6 – 8 p.m.
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DHS is Hiring – Students and Recent Graduates
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To register for a webinar, visit:
For more information on career opportunities at DHS, please visit:
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PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA)
Gino J. Merli Veterans' Center Is Hiring a Medical Records Director in Scranton. Apply today via the website or call 570-961-4307 for more information.
Southeastern Veterans' Center (Chester County) has immediate positions available for RNs, LPNs, nurse aides, custodial workers, and food service workers. Visit the website to apply!
DMVA Is Hiring Nurses across Pennsylvania. Visit the website to apply!
Employers Hiring Veterans
Exide Technologies is seeking plant operators in Lancaster, PA. Successful candidates must have mechanical ability, accurate math and measurement skills, be able to control output of various machines in order to produce quality parts that are within required specifications, meet or exceed production quantity goals set forth each day, and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction. Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Sherwin-Williams is hiring a full time production operator in Lebanon, PA. Veterans are encouraged to apply. This position will be assigned to various production related tasks, which includes product manufacturing, product filling, and shipping related functions. .
CSG assists people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental health (MH) diagnoses in many ways, including building independent lives and a connection to their community. CSG is hiring for various jobs and locations.
PepsiCo is proud to be one of the largest employers of Veterans in the US. They are looking to hire more inspiring leaders, motivators, and innovators like our military Veterans.
Richo is hiring an Inventory Planning and Control Inventory Planning Director
Location: 1265 Drummers Lane, Ste. 300, Wayne, PA (Delaware County)
- Key responsibilities include directing and coordinating all activities related to Ricoh US inventory planning and direct procurement for equipment, supplies and parts with an estimated value of $400 million. Contact Nick.Garner@ADP.com
Allied Universal is hiring part time and full time security officers in various cities in PA.
The United States Postal Service is looking to fill 100 open job positions in Pennsylvania. The positions are considered essential, so it's a good opportunity for those looking to work during the pandemic. They range from mail handlers to carriers to maintenance workers to clerks. You can see all the jobs at Website.
Glenn Hope Farms
Glenn Hope Farms is looking for at least 10 Veterans for a vocational training introduction program on Sept. 17, 2020. Schedule with Aimee Jo Morris at 717-891-7797 or email at aimee@glennhopeagricare.com.
Links for Job-Seekers to Bookmark!
Please be sure to regularly review the following sites, as new jobs are posted daily:
Taking the Time to Grow
*Prepared by Crystal McFadden, LPC, CASY/VetJobs, Pittsburgh Program Manager
A seed does not produce fruit overnight, just as a resume or a LinkedIn contact does not produce an offer letter during initial contact. The pandemic season has created a slew of changes within the hiring space and many have embraced very fast-moving process adaptations. However, some have stood frozen in fear or sat with a laissez faire attitude waiting for “normal” to return and leaving much to be desired in the motivation and movement department.
The key that a few grabbed ahold of and that many are realizing now as we are just over three months in, is that what we do when the doors are closed determines how the keyholders react as the doors open.
During this pandemic and period of social isolation, many opportunity (job/career) seekers have taken the time for personal growth – learning to listen to their bodies and figure out how to relax and recharge. Some have been working harder than they have in a long time due to increased demands and smaller staff at their “essential” places of business. Others have re-evaluated and targeted their professional goals and economic outlook with assessments, training, and networking.
Regardless of how the second quarter has looked for you, if you are an opportunity seeker – motion and achievement is the rhythm you should be setting for your late summer months. CASY/Vet Jobs is partnered with IBM and offers a SkillsBuild learning platform at no cost to veterans, guard, reserve, and spouses. Those working with a CASY/Vet Jobs Career Specialist are eligible to access industry specific learning channels that will compliment current industry skill needs or relevant skills needed for a career pivot.
Some of the training channels and learning badges on the SkillsBuild platform include:
- Logistics
- Working From Home
- Hospitality
- Project Management
- SAP
- Operations
To gain access to the SkillsBuild training platform, please email: cmcfadden@casy.us or request a referral to CASY/Vet Jobs from your PA Serves team member: https://pittsburgh.americaserves.org/ or 1-855-838-7744.
Additional resources, connections, and community events can be found on the Pittsburgh Vets Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PittsburghVets/
Event: The Greater Altoona Community Job Fair
Date & Time: Tuesday, August 25, 2020 (1-4pm)
Location: Blair County Convention Center (Ballroom 1); 1 Convention Center Dr., Altoona, PA 16602
This event gives employers and prospective employees throughout the region a chance to meet, discuss job opportunities, and find employment. For additional information, visit:
We want to hear your success stories! VR&E participants often have inspiring, life-changing success stories. Please take a moment to share your VR&E success stories through the link below. Your success may inspire your fellow Veterans, who may not be aware of the benefits of the program, to go ahead and apply! During this challenging time, it's more important than ever to share some good news!
VA Welcome Kit
Whether you’re just getting out of the service or you’ve been a civilian for years now, the VA Welcome Kit can help guide you to the benefits and services you’ve earned.
Based on where you are in life, your VA benefits and services can support you in different ways. Keep your welcome kit handy so you can turn to it throughout your life—like when it’s time to go to school, get a job, buy a house, get health care, retire, or make plans for your care as you age.
Feel free to share this guide with friends or family members who need help with their benefits too. Download your VA Welcome Kit and print out copies for yourself and others!
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