2018 Regional Mental Health Summit
 On September, 18, 2018, The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs, the Washington D.C. VA Medical Center, and Serving Together hosted the 2018 Veterans Affairs Regional Mental Health Summit. We heard from several experts, regional partners, and service providers. This is our second year hosting the summit, and we look forward to another great year of bringing our community together to help veterans, family members, survivors, and military caregivers.
 On September 26, 2018, The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs was on hand to support The Elizabeth Dole Foundation and Comcast as they rolled out a new low-cost internet program for veterans.
CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT COMCAST'S INTERNET PROGRAM FOR VETERANS
PTS Awareness Special Live Taping
 On October 12, 2018, The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs and the Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment filmed the final pieces of our PTS Awareness Special in front of a live studio audience! Scroll down to our upcoming events section for more information on the program and our anticipated air date!
 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 Tuesday, October 30, join Mayor Bowser at the 32nd Annual 17th Street High Heel Race. The High Heel Race is one of Washington, DC's most unique and popular events. Each year, thousands of spectators flock to the event to watch drag queens show off their amazing outfits and race down 17th Street in heels.
The parade starts at 7:00 p.m. and the race, which generally lasts fewer than ten minutes, will start at 9:00 p.m.
RSVP to join us HERE.
 On Tuesday, October 9, Mayor Bowser cut the ribbon on The Horizon, the short-term family housing program in Ward 7, marking another step forward in delivering on her promise to close and replace DC General Family Shelter with dignified, service-enriched programs across all eight wards. The Horizon is the second of three short-term family housing programs opening this fall, following the opening of The Kennedy in Ward 4.
At The Horizon, families will have access to service-enriched programming that will help them stabilize and exit homelessness. The site includes 35 family units, computer labs for residents, administrative space for staff and providers, outdoor playground and recreational space, age-appropriate indoor recreation space, a homework and study lounge, and other amenities.
Learn more about The Horizon and the Mayor's plan to make homelessness rare, brief, and nonrecurring HERE.
This week’s District Minute features stories about the kickoff of the DC Government's DC One Fund campaign, the Mayor's luncheon with residents from the Arthur Capper Senior Apartments, and the ribbon-cutting at The Horizon.
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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
Director, Mayor's Office of Nightlife and Culture
 Come be part of history in the District! Join Mayor Muriel Bowser and Members of the DC Council for the official bill-signing for the Mayor's Office of Nightlife and Culture. Let’s ensure DC's night time economy remains vibrant, creative, and offers a fair shot to all Washingtonians.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
We're also searching for a Director the lead the new office. Think you have what it takes?
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Featured Job
Workforce Development Specialist (DVOP)
Workforce Development Specialist (DVOP)
JOB SUMMARY
This position is located in the Department of Employment Services (DOES), Workforce Development Bureau. The mission of DOES is to foster economic development and growth in the District of Columbia by providing workforce training, linking job seekers with employers, compensating unemployed and injured workers and promoting safe and healthy workplaces.
The main purpose of this job is to administer, promote and direct the Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) program and services within the Department of Employment Services, Office of American Job Center Operations and Workforce Services; and provide guidance regarding veteran employment services and the connection with DCNetworks, District agencies and community based partners in support of the economic stability of the labor force, business, and the community.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Incumbent will be responsible for:
- Supporting the Program Manager, with oversight of the Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) planning, promoting the delivery of services needed by veterans seeking employment for all Job Service sites and/or American Job Center locations;
- Directing, coordinating, and over-seeing work through Disabled Veteran Outreach Program (DVOP) representatives, Local Veteran Employment Representatives (LVERs), subordinates and staff.
- Monitoring the programs progress for performance from all DCNetworks sites regarding the basic grants (DVOP and LVER), as well as monitoring or supervising the monitoring of special grants and initiatives related to veteran services;
- Functionally supervising the state’s JSVG program in accordance with USDOL/VETS direction and Title 38, United States Code (USC) and Public Law 1077-288 by monitoring services rendered, providing technical assistance to agencies referring qualified veterans for employment assistance.
- Program reporting on a biweekly, monthly and or quarterly basis to include federal and local reporting of veteran services and activities
- Interviews, registers and occupationally codes applicants.
- Counsels applicants to identify needs and/or problems to determine appropriate action required or referral to be made; and, when necessary, refers applicants to appropriate specialized services such as testing.
- Provides applicants with pertinent labor market information, job and/or training opportunities geared to need.
- Screens applicant files against Job Bank listings and refers qualified applicants to jobs.
- Performs verification and follow-up of referral/placement activities.
- Assists local, private and public employers, organizations and agencies throughout the District of Columbia in identifying potential to satisfy federal and local manpower requirements.
- Provides on-site counseling and other service to ensure job adjustment.
- Develops and maintains effective working relationships with public and private sector employers by telephone contact and personal visits, utilizing extensive knowledge of occupational requirements and labor market to develop job openings for specific applicants.
- May provide comprehensive employability services, including extensive counseling to applicants requiring individualized assistance on vocational, educational and/or social adjustment problems affecting their employability or satisfactory job adjustment.
- Selects and assembles Information from files, records, etc., for use in preparing recurring and non-recurring reports.
- Performs other related duties.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must meet one of the following preference criteria for selection:
Qualified service-connected disabled veteran are highly encouraged to apply
Qualified eligible veteran
Qualified eligible persons [38 U.S.C. 4101 (5)]
Apply at https://careers.dc.gov Job ID # 5130.
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 Click Here for more information.
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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 Employment Services
- Safety & Occupational Health Specialist Job ID # 5158
Department of Behavioral Health
- Staff Assistant Job ID # 5112
- Psychiatric Nurse Job ID # 5174
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
- Attorney Advisory Job ID # 4926
Department of Corrections
- Correctional Treatment Specialist Job ID # 4945
Office of Contracting and Procurement
- Program Analyst Job ID # 4928
Department of Forensic Sciences
- Administrative Officer Job ID # 5145
District Department of Transportation
- Transportation Planner Job ID # 5124
Department of For-Hire Vehicles
- Supervisory Human Resources Specialist Job ID # 5198
 TITLE: Service Platoon Leader
LOCATION: Washington DC Metro Area
STIPEND: $400 per month
HOURS OF WORK: 10 – 15 Hours Per Week
SUMMARY OF MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Service Platoon Leader is responsible for leading a team of service-minded veterans and community volunteers to make a lasting impact in their city. With support from The Mission Continues staff, the Service Platoon Leader ensures volunteer engagement through regular service, support, and social events. The Service Platoon Leader also connects with local organizations to provide veteran and community resources to their members, supporting them in their reintegration into their communities after military service.
REQUIREMENTS: Must have served in the Armed Forces. Strong communication skills.
INQUIRIES:
Please visit https://missioncontinues.org/service-platoons/lead/ to apply, for more information contact Connor Mallon via email at CMallon@missioncontinues.org
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.
Jobs for Military and Veterans can be found here.
 On Thursday October 18th, make plans to join MOVA as we celebrate the service of Women Veterans!
MOVA welcomes all women that have served in the U.S. Armed Forces to attend the Women Veteran Roundtable: Voices of Victory event. Attendees will have the opportuni to network and engage in solution-based discussions around the topics of life after the military, sisterhood and service. MOVA strives to foster a positive atmosphere for women veterans to establish connections that will allow each attendee to live a successful post-military life.
Attendees will also receive a photo headshot to use for social media marketing (Linked-In style photos) courtesy of Ms. Meghan Homa, Photographer, Military & Veteran Advocate, Visual Storyteller.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
DCHR WORKSHOPS
On October 18th, DCHR is holding the following classes:
Working for Washington & Essential Elements of a Resume
Facilitated by Miriam Aybar-Morales, DCHR
12:30 PM - 1:45 PM
Receive tips for strategic job searching, resume & cover letter preparation, application review, and how to leverage Schedule A hiring flexibilities.
DC Public Library & Technology
Facilitated by James Patrick Timony, DCPL
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM
Learn how to leverage DCPL System during your job search and access adaptive technology to create a resume and applications.
Returning to Work
Facilitated by Susan Picerno, Department of Labor
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Explore strategies on how to return and stay at work. Learn tips on claiming and using benefits and income.
Location:
DC DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
1015 Half St. SE
9th Floor
Washington, DC 20003
Navy Yard Metro
(Ballpark Exit)
Valor Brewpub, a “by veterans, for veterans” craft pub is now open. The mission of Valor is to create a premiere veteran-focused brewpub crafting superior cold brews and approachable food while hiring as many veterans as possible, supporting veteran owned businesses, and donating to veteran charities.
A portion of annual sales will go to a charity that will be selected every year. For our opening we have selected Fisher House and we will be partnering with this charity throughout the fall.
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.
 Join the Veterans Leadership Council D.C. at Tableau Software to connect with veteran leaders, gain insights from data projects designed to support veterans, and learn about different opportunities Tableau offers student veterans in D.C. Food and drink will be provided thanks to the support of Tableau. Transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, and non-veteran supporters are invited to attend.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
 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, November 8, 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
PTS Awareness Special Live Taping
 The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs and the DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment are honored to present this one hour special of DC veteran’s testimonials about post-traumatic stress and their recovery through current or emerging treatments. It also features veterans performing the music and comedy that help them heal. Hosted by “202 Creates” Michel Wright and Ferman Patterson, along with MOVA’s Joy Mosley.
Air Date is November 11th, at 8:00 pm on DCN (Channel 16).
 In an effort to commemorate and honor “Veterans Day” the DC Department of Employment Services (DOES) veterans program in partnership with the DC National Guard and Employ Prince George's (EPG) is hosting and facilitating, the 2nd annual “Veterans Appreciation Employment Expo”. This venue’s purpose is to assemble selected veteran friendly employers, apprenticeship programs, training providers, veteran service organizations and HVRP Grantees and give them an opportunity to showcase their respective organizations job vacancies, programs, services and resources to our veteran population in one central location.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
STAND AT EASE CONFERENCE
 There will be a DD-214 Upgrade Screening Clinic from 11am-2pm.
To book an appointment in advance call
The Veterans Pro Bono Consortium
202-733-3324
https://www.vetsprobono.org/dischargeupgrade/
The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs Newsletter is distributed to over 8,500 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
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