Senior Zone!
 On Wednesday, August 8, 2018, The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs joined the DC Office on Aging and the Community Preservation and Development Corporation for a Senior Zone and Spa Day in Edgewood. We had a great time supporting our partners and providing resources to our veterans.
Check out the Office of Aging's upcoming events by clicking here.
Affordable Housing Veterans Round Table
 On Thursday, August 2, 2018, The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs hosted our month Veterans Round Table. This meeting's discussion topic was on affordable housing. We were joined by housing specialists from the DC Housing Finance Agency to talk about the Mortgage Credit Certificate. While the Department of Housing and Community Development joined us to discuss the Housing Purchase Assistance Program. The DC Housing Authority also joined us and discussed HUD-VASH vouchers and other housing options available to veterans.
Thank you to all of our partner organizations and our veterans for joining us.
Welcome Home
 On Saturday, July 28, 2018, The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs joined with the Washington DC VA Medical Center, the Veterans Mental Health Advisory Council, DC Law Students in Court, and several other veteran community service providers for a Welcome Home Resource Fair. We were joined by nearly 200 veterans. Thank you all for your service.
Veterans Forum
 On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs and the District of Columbia Mayor’s Advisory Board on Veterans Affairs, led DC’s first-ever Veterans’ Forum. With a theme of “Helping DC become an even better place for Veterans to live,” the event brought DC Veterans and Veterans Service Organizations together to identify ways DC could better help its Veterans and what changes would be needed, whether administrative, programmatic, or policy in nature. Ms. Christine Kulumani, Legislative Counsel to Councilmember Brandon T. Todd, Chairman of the DC Council Committee on Government Operations, provided opening remarks at the Veterans’ Forum. She highlighted Councilmember Todd’s commitment to helping DC Veterans. While Director Ross emphasized Mayor Bowser’s leadership in helping DC residents, including Veterans.
Thank you to the Veterans, Veteran Service Organization, and volunteers that joined us!
DD-214 Upgrade Clinic
On Friday, July 20, 2018, The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs hosted attorneys from the National Veterans Legal Services Program and Covington to provide DD-214 upgrade and medical retirement assistance. We had a fully booked clinic and we look forward to our next legal services event.
 On Wednesday, July 18, 2018, Director Ross delivered opening remarks at the National Association of State Workforce Agencies' 2018 Veterans Conference. Over 500 people from 46 states and the District of Columbia were in attendance to share best practices to help veterans find jobs!
 The Mayor’s Office on Veterans Affairs ("MOVA") is launching a pilot transportation program for District of Columbia veterans with the Department of For-Hire Vehicles. Program eligibility is restricted to veteran residents of Washington DC with an annual income of less than $30,000. Documentation evidencing eligibility may be requested by MOVA. The purpose of this program is to ensure that this population has access to the medical, educational, employment and other opportunities that they require.
Program participants may only use Program rides for the following:
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Employment opportunities: limited to job interviews, job fairs, recruitment events, and other similar opportunities, and does not include commuting to and from work
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Educational opportunities: limited to college courses, college prep courses, GED courses, apprenticeship programs, and other professional licensure courses
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Medical treatment and/or similar appointments
To register for VetsRide, a veteran must sign-up in person at the Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs. Ensure you bring proof of DC residency, DD-214, NGB-22, or VA Card, and a statement of your annual income. All veterans must also have a current DCNetwork account, which can be created or updated at the Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs.
The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs is located at:
441 4th Street NW, Suite 870 North
Washington, DC 20001
202-724-5454
 On Wednesday, September 12, Mayor Bowser
will bring together mayors, leaders, and health experts from across the nation
at Washington, DC's first-ever Maternal and Infant Health
Summit. Together, we will focus on a critical issue that affects women,
children, and families in Washington, DC and beyond: infant and maternal
health.
Every Monday leading up to the summit,
visit Mayor Bowser's
Facebook page at 3:00 p.m. to learn more about the summit, and go to dcmaternalhealth.com to RSVP for this
important conversation.
This week’s District Minute features
stories about the Mamie Johnson Little League Baseball Team's visit to the
Wilson Building, the 35th Annual National Night Out, and the Mayor's upcoming Maternal and Infant Health Summit.
Connect with your Mayor!
Mayor Muriel Bowser
John A. Wilson Building | 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW | Washington DC, 20004
(202) 727-2643
muriel.bowser@dc.gov | mayor.dc.gov | @mayorbowser
Amazon
Web Services (AWS) is looking for aspiring and motivated individuals who align
with our Leadership Principles and have a military background for our upcoming
Technical Apprenticeship.
- TS Cleared Associate Cloud Consultant - interviewing August for a September start. The program will be in the greater DC area/Virginia.
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Non Cleared Network Technician - interviewing September for an October start. The program will be in the greater DC area/Virginia.
The District of Columbia Infrastructure Academy (DCIA) is a key initiative of Mayor Muriel Bowser's Administration, led by the Department of Employment Services.
Infrastructure is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. DOES has opened the DC Infrastructure Academy to meet the need for skilled infrastructure professionals in Washington, DC.
DCIA coordinates, trains, screens and recruits residents to fulfill the needs of the infrastructure industry and infrastructure jobs with leading companies in this high-demand field. DCIA is located in the Anacostia neighborhood in Ward 8.
Programs and services include:
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- Energy & Utilities
- Auto Mechanic Training
- OSHA 10
- Solar Panel Installation
- Interview Skills
- Job Fairs
- Job Referrals and more!
DC Infrastructure Academy Address:
2330 Pomeroy Road, SE
Washington, DC 20020
Closest Metro Station: Anacostia Metro Station
Closest Bus Lines: A33, W2, W3, W6, W8, and 94
For more information about opportunities to partner or to register for training call 202-899-6040 or email DCIA@dc.gov.
 For all DC Veterans
in search of employment. Transfer your skills and become certified for
free at SOME (So Others Might Eat) Center for Employment Training. SOME
CET provides training for careers as Medical Administrative Assistants and
Building Maintenance Service Technicians. Students earn occupational credentials
and certifications. Contact SOME to apply: 202-292-4460 or visit www.some.org/cet
Executive Service/Cabinet Positions
Senior Management/Policy Positions
Speciality Positions and Independent Agencies
Internship Program
The D.C. Department of Employment Services is here to help veterans who need assistance finding employment. Check out their veterans services page to learn more about the veteran employment services DOES offers. Don't hesitate to reach out to them.
The DC Government is hiring Veterans! Below you will find this week’s list of current job openings in District government. If and when a job seeker decides to apply for one of the opportunities listed, please note that the easiest way to search for a particular job posting is to search by JOB ID # at https://careers.dc.gov.
Department of Energy and Environment
- Supervisory Environmental Protection Specialist Job ID # 4358
- Supervisory Environmental Protection Specialist Job ID # 4194
Department of Behavioral Health
- Deputy Director Forensic Services Job ID # 3781
- Supervisory Psychiatric Nurse Job ID # 3406
- Chief Information Officer Job ID # 3819
- Social Worker Job ID # 4384
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
- Plans Reviewer Job ID # 4212
Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking
- Supervisory Insurance Examiner Job ID # 4400
- Attorney Advisor, Banking Job ID # 4347
- Attorney Advisor Job ID # 4350
- Insurance Licensing Manager Job ID # 4359
District Department of Transportation
- Bicycle/Pedestrian Program Specialist Job ID # 4303
DC Health
- Epidemiologist Job ID # 4363
Interested
in policy and politics? With the support
of 22 Members of Congress, HillVets is currently seeking applicants for House
of Representatives Fellowships.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
On August 2nd HillVets announced HillVets LEAD, a premier ethics-based
leadership skills training and mentorship program for veterans wishing to
continue serving their country as senior policy leaders tackling tough policy
challenges across all agencies and branches of government. HillVets Ambassadors
will include HillVets Advisory Board Chairman, former Secretary of Defense, and
former United States Senator, Chuck Hagel; House Veterans Affairs Committee
Chairman Phil Roe Representative Jim Banks; former Secretary of the Army
Patrick Murphy; former Secretary of the Air Force Deborah James; former Rear
Admiral and current CNN correspondent John Kirby; and Matter of Fact Host
Soledad O'Brien.
Apply by Aug 31, 2018.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
 Energy impacts our natural ecosystem, human society, our day-to-day lives, and our shared prosperity. At Exelon, people do important work, and with a company that values inclusion, diversity, and professional development.
Jobs
for Military and Veterans can be found here.
AmeriCorps is a great option for veterans who are
transitioning back into civilian life. National service programs, like
AmeriCorps, can build a bridge to careers, education, and more. It is a chance
to become part of a new community, gain experience and skills, and discover new
opportunities. AmeriCorps is a great way to keep serving your country and make
a difference in peoples’ lives.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
UHAUL
is expanding in the District and looking for DC Veterans to join their Customer
Service team. In this role you will be part of a driven team and working
alongside with some of the top managers in our industry. As a Customer Service
Representative you will enjoy flexible scheduling around school, sports and
family life! You will work with other team members who have a similar passion
for working with customers and making their day. You will be a part of a team
that gives back to your community and environment!
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Do you want to help the National Park Service fulfill its
mission to preserve unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of
the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this
and future generations? Join the National Mall and Memorial Parks team of
volunteers. Volunteers staff visitor contact stations as well as the
individual Memorial and Monuments. Volunteers provide visitors from around the
world basic information to enhance their experience.
Volunteer opportunities can be found at here.
If you have a specific location you wish to volunteer at and you
don't see the opportunity listed on the website please email NPS at: michael_cangelosi@nps.gov
ASAP Comedy Bootcamp is the first stand-up comedy class for veterans,
service members, and military family members in the country. Led by
professional stand-up comedians, participating veterans develop their comedy
writing and performing skills over the course of eight weekly classes. Upon
completion, veteran comics are expected to give a five-minute performance to
friends, family, and the general public.
Application Deadline for Fall 2018 Course is Sunday, August 19th, 2018.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
 The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs is launching a new Vietnam Veteran recognition program. If you are a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the period of November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975, regardless of location, you are eligible to receive a Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin.
Additional details on our new program can be found here.
For more information, please call us at 202-724-5454.
 The Advisory Board serves as an advisory body to the Mayor, the Mayor's Office of Boards and Commissions, the Office of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Employment Services, the Department of Health, the Department of Human Services, and other District government departments, agencies, and offices on all matters pertaining to Veterans in the District of Columbia All meetings are open to the public - please come out and join us!
Time and Date:
Thursday, September 6, 2018, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
** Please note the date change.**
Location:
441 4th Street, Northwest
Conference Room 1114
Washington, DC 20001
Call In Information:
Dial in: 712-451-0862
Passcode: 821260
Capitol
Post's Startup School is a nine week Program where veterans and spouses can
test their ideas, accelerate and build their businesses with expert thought
leaders, mentors, and professionals. This program culminates with a pitch
competition and a cash prize. Offered twice per year. The next Startup
School cohort starts Wednesday, September 19, 2018.
We invite you to participate in the 2018 Veterans’
Legal Career Fair! This year, we are excited
to share with you our NEW Location, NEW Format and
NEW Online Resources we have added to
this unique ONE DAY event!
Date: Friday,
September 21st, 2018
Where: Ritz
Carlton, Washington, D.C.
Once again, we will match employers seeking to hire exceptional, experienced
legal professionals with lawyers who have served in the U.S. military, are
transitioning out of military service, or are military spouses. Our goal is to
help first-rate candidates who have received unique training, skills and legal
insights through their military service connect with top employers.
In addition to attending and interviewing at the
Veterans’ Legal Career Fair, you will be able to search within the veteran
legal community year-round with our VLCF Online Job
Board. Veterans, active military and military spouses will now be
able to access participating employers active positions posted throughout the
year and connect directly.
Over the
past three years, over 150 candidates and over 40 employers have participated
every year. This event cannot be a success without your help. Please spread the
word about this unique opportunity to your fellow military colleagues, friends,
and military spouses with legal backgrounds. There
is time for them to register!
We have a
number of employers registered and continue to do so. We will alert you to new
registrants, so look out for announcements and check back frequently to see who
will be attending and bid on them for interview slots. There
will be numerous opportunities to meet with employers at the networking
reception/career fair as well. Many employers will be collecting resumes, so be
prepared to bring hard copies along.
To learn more, register and bid (by August 20th), please
visit www.veteranslegalcareerfair.com.
For questions, please contact us at veteranslcf@orrick.com.
Orrick is proud to
partner with The American Legion; corporate founding sponsors Microsoft
Corporation, Morgan Stanley and ALM Media; and private practice sponsors
Shearman & Sterling and the D.C. Diverse Partners Network to create this
career fair.
Hospitality Industry Veterans Engagement Panel
Please join us for our Veterans Engagement Panel moderated by
HAWDC President & CEO, Solomon Keene. The purpose of this panel is to
better engage veterans in Washington, D.C. in the hotel workforce, expose the
wealth of opportunities that exist within our industry that may interest
veterans, and to bridge the gap between the experience and skill-sets typically
ascribed to veterans and career opportunities in our industry.
Our panelists:
Sheri
Swain, General Manager, Holiday Inn Capitol; Board Chair, Hotel
Association of Washington D.C.
Vanessa
Peters, Director of Human Resources, Intercontinental Washington D.C. -
The Wharf; President, HAWDC Human Reources Association
Ely
Ross, Director, Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs
Unique Morris-Hughes, PhD, Interim Director, District Department of Employment Services
Tom Goheen, Deputy Director of Security, Colorado Security Agency
Where
Hyatt Place
Washington, D.C./National Mall
400 E St SW,
Washington, DC 20024
When
Friday, September 28,
2018
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Save the Date!
Stand At Ease Conference 2018
 More details will follow. For now, just hold the date for a great veteran housing and resource event on November 9, 2018, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs Newsletter is distributed to over 8,000 subscribers every month. If you would like your event to be featured in our calendar, please submit the following details: what, when and where the event will take place. If available, please provide a link to direct readers to more online information. Please send all inquiries and posts to ova@dc.gov.
Director Ely S. Ross
202-724-5454
www.ova.dc.gov |
