If you are interested in speaking to a member of our Human Resources team regarding employment opportunities with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, fill out our Job Interest Form to be contacted about available opportunities.
Below are a few of our current job openings across the state. For a complete listing of all our open positions, please visit our website's Current Jobs page.
Bemidji
Minneapolis
Montevideo
Silver Bay
St. Paul
For over 15 years, the award-winning Minnesota Military Radio (MMR) has been the forum for retelling the stories of Minnesota’s heroes. Retired Command Sergeant Major, Veteran and volunteer host Doug Wortham shares these stories which are carried on 72 broadcasting stations throughout the state of Minnesota, and broadcasted nationally on the Wreaths Across America Radio Network, in an effort to preserve the stories of our Veterans and keep listeners up to date on things happening at MDVA and in our Veteran Community here in Minnesota.
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Mental health is our ability to engage with our emotions, thoughts, interactions with others and the world around us. Mental health affects how we think, feel and act every day. Just like with our physical health, we can do things that make us mentally healthier. When you feel mentally well, you’re more able to manage the stress and challenges you face in life, feel better about yourself and engage in fulfilling activities and relationships.
Exploring your mental health will help you better understand what you need to support your mental well-being.
Mental health plays a big role in overall well-being. We all have tough days and weeks, and everyone manages their mental health every day. The best way to protect mental health is to pay attention to it even when you’re feeling ok or even good. Becoming more aware of what disrupts your mental health will help you learn what actions, tools and resources may be useful to help you when you need it. There are many ways to take action – big and small – to improve mental health for yourself and for those around you. Taking proactive steps to understand and care for your mental well-being isn’t just self-care—it’s an investment in your future.
Experiencing poor mental health is not the same as having a mental health condition.
A mental health condition, or mental illness, refers to a set of symptoms that have been identified by a health provider. People with mental health conditions experience change in emotions, thinking and/or behavior. For some, this means extreme and unexpected changes in mood, like feeling more sad or worried than usual. For others, it means not thinking clearly, pulling away from friends and activities you used to enjoy or hearing voices that others do not. Mental illness is treatable; it is not always a permanent state of being.
The opportunities and resources we have available in our neighborhoods, schools, workplaces and communities can help support our mental health and well-being.
Mental health is about what we do as individuals, and how we are supported in our communities. For example, neighborhoods and organizations can provide resources that support your sense of belonging, connectedness, and mental well-being.
Information provided by the Minnesota Department of Health
The U.S. Veterans Administration’s (VA) National Center for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) aims to support and educate those who experience trauma or PTSD-related symptoms. Tools and resources can help you on your wellness journey.
It can be challenging to support a friend or loved one with PTSD. It can strain relationships and create challenges at home. If you have a loved one with PTSD, there are resources to support you as well.
The first step in supporting someone with PTSD is understanding what it is. We invite you to learn the basics of PTSD. Once you understand the basics, you can begin to advocate for your loved one.
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Captain Willibald “Bill” Bianchi, a native of New Ulm, Minnesota was awarded the Medal of Honor in Bataan for his bravery and valor above and beyond the call of duty for actions against the Empire of Japan on Feb. 3, 1942.
Utilizing the science of DNA, Bianchi’s remains were identified in August of 2025 and have been returned to his hometown for a proper and formal U.S. Army funeral and burial in a special cemetery owned exclusively by Brown County for Veterans and their spouses. A new and special local museum tribute to Bianchi will also open to the public on May 2.
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This new training session will provide an overview of how VA benefits work and how healthcare partners can better support Veterans in accessing the services they have earned. The training is designed to help care teams better understand available resources and how to guide Veterans through the benefits process.
This training is especially recommended for:
- Leadership teams
- Social workers
- Care coordinators
- Case managers
- Nurses and nurse managers
- Behavioral health staff
- Patient navigators
- Discharge planners
- Community health workers
- Veteran program coordinators
- Anyone working directly with Veterans or supporting Veteran care
Anyone interested in learning more about supporting Veterans through the VA benefits system is encouraged to attend.
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Join our team! Learn about career opportunities at the Bemidji Veterans Home by attending the Career Fair on Wednesday, May 13 anytime between 1 and 6 p.m. The Home is recruiting for nursing, certified nursing assistants, housekeeping, food service and more. Take this first step toward refreshing your career while serving Minnesota Veterans and their families.
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Welcome to Café Drop-In Group for Veterans.
Join the group at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center for educational sessions, games and social time hosted by the Mental Health Integrated Care Community. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
The group meets the third Friday of the month at 1 p.m. on the fourth floor in room 4T 112-113 of the Minneapolis VA Medical Center.
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Food insecurity knows no boundaries – impacting all walks of life, including those who have served our nation. There’s a new effort to make sure our heroes have food to eat.
The Minnesota Veterans Food Pantry serves as a key fundraising platform of the Minneapolis VA’s pop-up food pantry, which occurs every third Tuesday of the month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Those in need will receive a food box that includes shelf stable items (boxed meals/canned items), frozen items (meat/fish), and fresh items (fruits/vegetables).
Staff members are also on site to connect Veterans with other resources available through the VA.
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The Veterans Crisis Line's number—988 then Press 1—helps make it easier to remember and share the number to access help in times of need.
Veterans can use this option by dialing 988 and pressing 1 to contact the Veterans Crisis Line. Veterans can also reach the Veterans Crisis Line by text (838255), and through chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat.
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U.S. Military Veterans, current service members, members of the National Guard and Reserves, military spouses and Gold Star families are all invited to attend the 20th Annual Veterans Career Fair sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
More than 100 local employers will be on hand to meet with job seekers who can learn more about opportunities at a variety of organizations.
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
This class will be held virtually and requires two hours of self-paced pre-coursework before attending the six-hour instructor-led, virtual portion of the class.
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A Minnesota Medal of Honor recipient was interred without any indicator that he was awarded the highest military award for his service during the Civil War. Joseph Burger, Company H, 2nd Minnesota Infantry, was one of a detachment of 16 men who heroically defended a wagon train against the attack of 125 cavalry, repulsed the attack, and saved the train.
The public is invited as this oversight is corrected and the Medal of Honor medallion is dedicated. In addition, 16 new headstones of Civil War Veterans, many who have been in unmarked graves for decades, will be dedicated. Help to show proper respect to all of these Veterans.
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If you know of a Veteran-related community event happening in your area you would like to submit for consideration in our Friday Digest, please email all event information to mdva.communications@state.mn.us for consideration.
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