How can my company find veterans to hire?

SGT Steve Oakes — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 22:59:01 -0400

The company I work for in Metro Detroit is having trouble finding and keeping quality people. I want to suggest they hire veterans( of course). Are there any organazations that help employers and veterans find each other?

Response by LTC Jason Strickland made Oct 14 at 2014 11:02 PM

LTC Jason Strickland — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 23:02:22 -0400

SGT Steve Oakes...um, RallyPoint?!?

Response by SGT Mark Rhodes made Oct 15 at 2014 11:39 AM

SGT Mark Rhodes — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 11:39:51 -0400

Steve there are many places but of course you know our group Rally point, there is also HireVets, Facebook groups. These are just a few that I have used. Wish you luck in hiring the best. Hire A Vet Today.

Response by SGT Richard H. made Oct 15 at 2014 12:09 PM

SGT Richard H. — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 12:09:36 -0400

If you hire through a staffing agency, let them know that you have a Veteran's preference. I've had some decent response with that.

Response by SGT Jay Ehrenfeld made Oct 15 at 2014 3:56 PM

SGT Jay Ehrenfeld — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 15:56:52 -0400

just put out the welcome mat myself I need a job but

Response by SPC David S. made Oct 15 at 2014 4:16 PM

SPC David S. — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 16:16:03 -0400

Hey Sarge check out DAV they have a number of career fairs.
https://www.facebook.com/events/ [login to see] 69419/

also the NCOA was one as well
http://www.ncoausa.org/

DAV/RecruitMilitary Job Fair for U.S. Military Veterans in Oakland, CA | Facebook

Response by CPL(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 16 at 2014 8:52 PM

CPL(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 20:52:13 -0400

Go to your local state unemployment office get an appointment with the Vet. Rep. He should have the resources to help out. Good luck with that hope it works out for you your boss and the vets.

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 17 at 2014 9:19 AM

PO2 Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 09:19:12 -0400

Look for a LVER (Local Veterans Employment Representative) at your state's department of labor. The service should be free and they should already have a good network of veterans looking for work.

Response by SPC Timothy Walker made Oct 17 at 2014 12:10 PM

SPC Timothy Walker — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 12:10:44 -0400

I am DVOP here in the State of Maryland and I am an integral part of the AJC (American Job Center) which is also referred to as One Stop Employment centers and here I have several options for Veterans to develop there skills set as well as find employment. There is always quality workers at the Workforce center who are determined and motivated to serve as a part of great company. HIRE VETS!!!!!

Response by SFC Dr. Joseph Finck, BS, MA, DSS made Oct 18 at 2014 3:36 PM

SFC Dr. Joseph Finck, BS, MA, DSS — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 15:36:12 -0400

SGT Steve Oakes , My suggestion is to contact the local VA and see if you can speak with a social worker and or ask to post on their bulletin board. Secondarily, you might contact the state employment office and speak with a Veterans representative who may be able to add your company to the Veterans recruitment list. Another way would be to contact the local VFW, DAV, American Legion, etc and ask them to post.

I don't know your VA or your state, so what I suggest may be of little use, or it may be great.

Good luck and thank you,