VetsRide Sign Up Events
 The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs is hosting multiple VetsRide sign up events across the city. If you haven't had a chance to sign up, give us a call at 202-724-5454 to learn how!
Therapeutic Gift Bags for DC Veterans
 On September 11, 2018, The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs joined with Help Heal Veterans, and the Washington DC VA Medical Center Veterans Mental Health Advisory Council to distribute Therapeutic Care Bags to veterans in need.
Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Special
 The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs and the Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment are collaborating to host a Post Traumatic Stress Awareness Special. Pre-production and taping have begun. Standby for more information on live taping sessions and air dates!!
 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
If you see someone suffering from substance abuse please
contact the Psychiatric Institute of Washington at: 202-885-5600
We accept Walk-Ins, Hospital Transfers, and Professional
Referrals 24 hours/day.
Free Psychiatric Assessments 24 hours a day!
Psychiatric Institute
of Washington
4228
Wisconsin Avenue NW,
Washington,
DC 20016
The Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness Act of 2016, enacted December 2016, allows certain veterans who received lump sum disability severance payments additional time to file a claim for credit or refund of an overpayment attributable to the disability severance payment. The law directed the Secretary of Defense to identify disability severance payments paid after January 17, 1991, that were included as taxable income on Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, but were later determined to be nontaxable and to provide notice of the amount of that payment. The Department of Defense is mailing letters to affected veterans (letters 6060-A and 6060-D) in July 2018.
What this means for some veterans
Veterans discharged from military service due to medical disability may receive a one-time lump sum severance payment. Disability severance pay is taxable income unless the pay results from a combat-related injury or the service member receives official notification from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) approving entitlement to disability compensation.
Anyone who received a disability severance payment that was taxed and determines later that the payment qualifies under one of the rules above can file a claim for credit or refund for the tax year in which the disability severance payment was made and was included as income on a tax return.
For veterans who received a lump sum disability severance payment after January 17, 1991, the Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness Act of 2016 may provide additional time to claim a credit or refund for the overpayment attributable to the disability severance payment.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
 This week, Mayor Bowser hosted the
District's first-ever Maternal and Infant Health Summit with mayors, health
experts, and leaders from across the nation.
If you weren't able to attend the summit,
watch it HERE
and learn more about why we must keep our focus on improving health outcomes
for women, babies, and families in Washington, DC and beyond.
This week’s District Minute features
stories about the Maternal and Infant Health Summit, the 9/11 Remembrance
Ceremony, and the DC AARP Budget Forum.
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
OPEN: Friday, September 7, 2018
CLOSE: Friday, September 21, 2018
SALARY AND GRADE: Excepted Service, Grade 5 ($59,702 to $89,553)
RESIDENCY PREFERENCE: District of Columbia will receive prioritized review
The Veterans Service Officer directs, determines, prepares, coordinates, and supervises the filing of claims for Federal and State Veteran benefits and services for District veterans and their qualified dependents. Act as an advocate on their behalf or direct them to other authorized agencies as their needs dictate. Maintains confidentiality of all information and provides compassionate encouragement to clients in securing counseling or treatments. The Veteran Service Officer also maintains an outreach program to ensure veterans and eligible family members are aware of and able to submit claims for benefits they have earned as a result of their service to our country.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Directs, determines and prepares submission of claims for veterans and/or family to the appropriate Federal or State Office.
- Develops and prepares supportive evidence for claims to substantiate eligibility and need.
- Initiates, develops and presents appeals for claims that are of merit and were denied. Maintains working knowledge of the Board of Veterans Appeals, as well as the Court of Veterans Appeals and the case decisions that are made each year.
- Establishes and maintains new department related software for development of claims and database of eligible veterans.
- Advises, consults and counsels veterans and/or families in benefits and other personal situations as required.
- Initiates and maintains veteran files for claim processing.
- Assists survivors and/or dependents of military casualties (i.e. burial benefits, funeral arrangements, pension, and survivor benefits).
- Works with and coordinates with non-profit Veterans organizations.
- Performs regular outreach to the Veteran Community
- Assists Veteran and/or family with any other needs that may be appropriate or needed. Advises, recommends other sources available that may be able to assist.
- Manages and directs all Veteran information in the strictest of confidentiality.
- Performs other work-related duties as required.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- Demonstrated knowledge of the District of Columbia veteran community and services/resources available.
- Ability to plan, organize, direct and coordinate Veteran’s Services activities.
- Ability to maintain a proper working relationship with clients, many who have complex physical and mental health issues and come from diverse economic backgrounds.
- Knowledge of Federal rules, regulations, and statutes of the Veterans Administration.
- Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
- Ability to operate general office equipment including department related applications on a computer.
- Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with others and to present ideas effectively, orally and in writing.
HIRING PREFERENCE:
- Veterans and Veteran spouses will receive prioritized screening.
- District of Columbia residents will receive preferential screening.
DOMICILE REQUIREMENT:
There is a legal requirement that each new appointee to the Excepted and Executive Service either: (1) be domiciled in the District of Columbia at the time of appointment; or (2) establish District domicile within one hundred eighty (180) days of appointment. The law also requires that Excepted and Executive Service employees maintain District domicile during the period of the appointment. Failure to maintain District domicile during the period of the appointment will result in forfeiture of employment.
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
Policy and Program Specialist
Speciality Positions and Independent Agencies
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.
DC Public Library
- Motor Vehicle Operator Job ID # 4093
Department of Energy and Environment
- Supervisory Environmental Protection Specialist Job ID # 4358
- Supervisory Environmental Protection Specialist Job ID # 4194
Department of Behavioral Health
- Supervisory Info Tech Specialist Job ID # 4557
- Chief Information Officer Job ID # 3819
- Supervisory Psychiatric Nurse Job ID # 3406
- Deputy Director of Forensic Services Job ID # 3781
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
- IT Specialist Job ID # 4420
Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking
- Bank Examiner Job ID # 4709
- Securities Financial Examiner Job ID # 4630
Metropolitan Police Department
Department of Disability Services
- Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist Job ID # 4605
- Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist Job ID # 4613
- Supervisory Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist Job ID # 4611
Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services
- Youth Development Representative Job ID # 3745
- Youth Development Representative Job ID # 3767
Department of Corrections
- Supervisory Correctional Officer Job ID # 4754
Child and Family Services Agency
- Program Manager Job ID # 4773
- Social Worker Program Manager Job ID # 4754
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
 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.
213332:
Helper Transformer Tester, 7 vacancies (Washington, DC)
213331:
Helper Cable Splicer, 8 vacancies (Washington, DC)
213330:
Apprentice Line Mechanic, 7 vacancies, (Forestville, MD)
213329:
Apprentice Line Mechanic, 8 vacancies, (Rockville, MD)
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
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
The National Park Service National Mall is also hiring 3 Facility Operations Specialists.
Click Here to Apply
 Sunday, Sept 16th. Learn to fish and take a tour of the Aquatic
Resources Education Center. Fishing instruction and equipment provided by DOEE,
Bureau of Land Management, & FishingCommunity.org. This event is for the
entire family!
Click Here to Register
 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 mission of Project Homeless Connect is to build community, shift mindsets around homelessness through personal experience and connection, and provide critical resources to individuals experiencing homeless in an easy to access environment.
Thursday, September 20, 2018, from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Stadium Armory, 20001 East Capitol Street
Onsite service are available and no ID is required to enter the Armory that day.
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.
 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:
Tuesday, October 2, 2018, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Location:
441 4th Street, Northwest
Conference Room 1114
Washington, DC 20001
Call In Information:
Dial in: 712-451-0862
Passcode: 821260
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 |
