Freeborn County (Albert Lea) is looking for an experienced Veteran Service Officer. This service oriented position assists Veterans and their dependents in learning how to apply for programs and benefits available to them, as well as perfecting appeals on decisions that would deny them the benefits they are seeking. This person also supervises a Veterans Services Benefits Specialist. Applications must be received at the Administrator's Office or to JobApps@co.freeborn.mn.us no later than 4:30 p.m., April 18.
This job fair will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Brainerd Armory (1115 Wright Street, Brainerd, MN), and is for Veteran job seekers, active duty military members, guard and reserve members, and military spouses. This event will be a one-of-a-kind FREE hiring fair for both employers and job seekers.
Congressman Paulsen's 4th Annual Job Fair April 19
Congressman Erik Paulsen will be holding his 4th annual Career Fair at Normandale Community College in Bloomington on April 19. The Career Fair begins at noon, and runs until 4 p.m. Noon to 1 p.m. is for Veterans only! Learn more and register for this event..
Free MACV Legal Clinic in St. Cloud April 23
Pro's & VSO Information Night April 24
MACV StandDown in Detroit Lakes April 25
Anoka County Veteran Service Office Open House April 26
Scoop for Troops April 28
This fun filled family event brings civilians, Veterans, and military families together in a shared spirit of patriotism.
There will be a 5k run and 3k walk beginning at noon at Eagan Central Park, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN 55121. These events will be immediately followed by the Scoops for Troops Ice Cream and Pizza Social at Ring Mountain Creamery-Cafe and Umbria Gourmet Pizzeria in Eagan. Visit the Scoops for Troops website for more information and to register online.
MACV Fly High 5k Run/Walk for Veterans May 5
Join the University of Minnesota Air Force ROTC Detachment 415 in supporting those who served us first. Registration fee is $25 and comes with a T-Shirt. T-Shirt size guaranteed if you register by April 15. All proceeds from this event will go to MACV, a nonprofit organization that serves Veterans and their families throughout Minnesota who are homeless of experiencing a crisis that could lead to homelessness. You can register online, and visit the event's facebook page for more information.
Old Glory Run May 18
DAV Golf Classic May 22
The Disabled American Veterans Foundation is holding their annual Golf Classic May 22 at The Wilds Golf Club in Prior Lake. Visit their website for more information on this event, and see below for an informational brochure on how to become a sponsor for this event.
