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Searching for your next opportunity can be overwhelming, which is why in Maine, we like to keep it simple. “The Way Life Should Be” is not just our motto, it’s our way of life. You’ve served your country, now let the State of Maine serve you.
As you prepare to transition from military service to civilian life, let the “Maine Hire-a-Vet” Campaign assist you! Since 2015, more than 300 employers have hired over 700 veterans and spouses through this annual campaign. Will you be next?
Maine has the lowest unemployment rate among veterans in the entire country, exempts military pensions from the state’s income tax, and offers over 20 state-run programs and resources for veterans and their families – It’s “The Way Life Should Be”.
As you prepare to transition from military service to civilian life, let the “Maine Hire-a-Vet” Campaign assist you! Since 2015, more than 300 employers have hired over 700 veterans and spouses through this annual campaign. Will you be next?
Maine has the lowest unemployment rate among veterans in the entire country, exempts military pensions from the state’s income tax, and offers over 20 state-run programs and resources for veterans and their families – It’s “The Way Life Should Be”.
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Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services
Here's some things to do in Maine you might enjoy -
https://www.mainetourism.com/things-to-do/events/
https://www.mainetourism.com/things-to-do/events/
Whether you are an outdoors person or one who loves to soak in cultureand good food,Maine has you covered! There is so much to do in Maine all year round. Here are just some of the events going on in Maine throughout the year.
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I love Maine. For any of you outdoor types, there's really no better place. I recently learned that for veterans with a 50%+ disability rating, you get lifetime fishing and hunting licenses.
"A disabled veteran who has a service connected disability evaluated at 50% or more may obtain a complimentary license to fish, trap, hunt, including archery, muzzleload, bear, migratory bird, pheasant, spring/fall wild turkey, coyote night hunt, crossbow, one expanded archery antlerless deer permit, one expanded archery either sex permit, and upon meeting the qualifications, a license to guide.
This license is available to disabled veterans who are residents of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont.
This license(s) remains valid for the life of the license holder, as long as the license holder continues to satisfy the residency requirements in Title 12, section 10001, subsection 53, and the license is not revoked or suspended."
https://www.maine.gov/ifw/hunting-trapping/disabilities.html
"A disabled veteran who has a service connected disability evaluated at 50% or more may obtain a complimentary license to fish, trap, hunt, including archery, muzzleload, bear, migratory bird, pheasant, spring/fall wild turkey, coyote night hunt, crossbow, one expanded archery antlerless deer permit, one expanded archery either sex permit, and upon meeting the qualifications, a license to guide.
This license is available to disabled veterans who are residents of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont.
This license(s) remains valid for the life of the license holder, as long as the license holder continues to satisfy the residency requirements in Title 12, section 10001, subsection 53, and the license is not revoked or suspended."
https://www.maine.gov/ifw/hunting-trapping/disabilities.html
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Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services
Do you live in Maine, SSG? We also have a Disabled Veteran Controlled Moose Hunt for veterans who are 50% or more disabled. Below is a photo from a hunt two weeks ago!
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SSG Carlos Madden
Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services I do not but I should. I think I split most of my weekends between NH and ME for fishing, hiking, skiing and road trips.
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SSG Carlos Madden - It's never too late to make the move!! If you ever have questions about our beautiful state and the benefits we offer, do not hesitate to reach out!
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http://www.maine.gov/veterans
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Each employer hired in average 2-3 people. What industries were they hired into?
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LTC Jason Mackay
Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services - thank you. In construction, are those jobs on a pathway to a licensed trade?
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Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services
Yes, sir. I encourage you to check out our website:
https://www.maine.gov/veterans/benefits/employment/occupational-licensing.html
Since 2012, Maine's Department of Professional and Financial Regulation (DPFR) has led an initiative to accelerate the licensing process for veterans. The program allows for quicker, easier licensing for veterans who have demonstrable military experience in the areas of: boiler repair, plumbing, electrical and fuel.
Maine also recently made changes to employment in health care. All veterans discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, who completed health care related military training while in the Armed Forces, may utilize their military credentials when seeking civilian employment!
https://www.maine.gov/veterans/benefits/employment/occupational-licensing.html
Since 2012, Maine's Department of Professional and Financial Regulation (DPFR) has led an initiative to accelerate the licensing process for veterans. The program allows for quicker, easier licensing for veterans who have demonstrable military experience in the areas of: boiler repair, plumbing, electrical and fuel.
Maine also recently made changes to employment in health care. All veterans discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, who completed health care related military training while in the Armed Forces, may utilize their military credentials when seeking civilian employment!
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LTC John Herweh
Keep the Insurance Industry in mind --- Maine is home to some great insurance career options. Check out MMG Insurance in Presque Isle - we love hiring people with military experience!
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Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services
LTC John Herweh - Absolutely, LTC!
Several insurance agencies took part in Maine's 2017 Hire-A-Vet Campaign and we also have agencies participating in our current campaign. We encourage Maine Mutual Group to join!
http://www.mainecareercenter.gov/hireavet.shtml
Several insurance agencies took part in Maine's 2017 Hire-A-Vet Campaign and we also have agencies participating in our current campaign. We encourage Maine Mutual Group to join!
http://www.mainecareercenter.gov/hireavet.shtml
The CareerCenter offers specialized employment and training services for Veterans. If you served in the U.S. Armed Forces a CareerCenter Representative can help you find a job, obtain new skills, or access other state or federal resources available to Veterans.
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What percentage of the state's population is veterans, and what percentage of U.S veterans live in Maine?
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Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services
Good morning, SSgt! 11% of Maine's population served in the U.S. Military. In fact, we have one of the largest percentage of veterans per capita in the entire country with roughly 117,000 veterans residing in Maine!
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Thanks for posting! This has become an amazing venture and I am so glad to see us moving the Veteran employment dial in Maine!
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Pass. I grew up in western Washington in similar climate. I am determined to work and live where it is warm and not so muddy.
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Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services
Here's some things to do in Maine you might enjoy -
https://www.mainetourism.com/things-to-do/events/
https://www.mainetourism.com/things-to-do/events/
Whether you are an outdoors person or one who loves to soak in cultureand good food,Maine has you covered! There is so much to do in Maine all year round. Here are just some of the events going on in Maine throughout the year.
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But the snow, though......
On a more serious note....what is the market looking like for experienced phlebotomists? What about US Army trained Environmental Surveillance Specialists? What is the cost of living? State Income Tax rate? What is the Primary and Secondary Education system look like? Healthcare system? Crime rate? I mean, practically a 2.5 jobs per vet ratio is nice and all, but what other incentives are there to get me to Maine?
On a more serious note....what is the market looking like for experienced phlebotomists? What about US Army trained Environmental Surveillance Specialists? What is the cost of living? State Income Tax rate? What is the Primary and Secondary Education system look like? Healthcare system? Crime rate? I mean, practically a 2.5 jobs per vet ratio is nice and all, but what other incentives are there to get me to Maine?
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Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services
Good Morning! Sorry for the delayed response. My work colleague just left for boot camp and I'm taking over the post. Here are some answers to your questions and/or links to websites where you can investigate them further.
Maine Income Tax Brackets
Married, Filing Separately
Maine Taxable Income Rate
Less than $21,100 5.80%
over $21,100 but less than $50,000 6.75%
$50,000+ 7.15%
Maine State Police website for crime statistics https://www.maine.gov/dps/cim/crime_in_maine/2016contents.htm
Maine Department of Education
https://www.maine.gov/doe/students/
Maine’s Healthcare System
For Veterans - https://www.maine.va.gov/
For Civilians - https://mainehealth.org/about
Maine Department of Labor
For all job seekers - https://www.maine.gov/labor/
For veterans - http://www.mainecareercenter.gov/hireavet.shtml
Maine Income Tax Brackets
Married, Filing Separately
Maine Taxable Income Rate
Less than $21,100 5.80%
over $21,100 but less than $50,000 6.75%
$50,000+ 7.15%
Maine State Police website for crime statistics https://www.maine.gov/dps/cim/crime_in_maine/2016contents.htm
Maine Department of Education
https://www.maine.gov/doe/students/
Maine’s Healthcare System
For Veterans - https://www.maine.va.gov/
For Civilians - https://mainehealth.org/about
Maine Department of Labor
For all job seekers - https://www.maine.gov/labor/
For veterans - http://www.mainecareercenter.gov/hireavet.shtml
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Check out The U.S. Toboggan Championships. We're experts in thinking up winter distractions!
http://www.camdensnowbowl.com/toboggan-championships/
http://www.camdensnowbowl.com/toboggan-championships/
Toboggan Championships | Camden Snow Bowl
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Really enjoyed my time when stationed right next to Maine, but I was young and it's still too cold come winter.
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Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services
Here's some things to do in Maine year round -
https://www.mainetourism.com/things-to-do/events/
https://www.mainetourism.com/things-to-do/events/
Whether you are an outdoors person or one who loves to soak in cultureand good food,Maine has you covered! There is so much to do in Maine all year round. Here are just some of the events going on in Maine throughout the year.
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Do you mean the state that is always pink or blue on the weather map during the winter? Sorry, can't do it. I hear it's especially nice when summer falls on a weekend. Lol. Gotta have my 8 month long summers. All kidding aside, it is a beautiful state though.
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Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services
Good Morning. I thought you'd enjoy this description of Maine's weather in the summer from the Maine Tourism Association, "Peak temperatures normally occurring in July average about 70°F throughout the state. In the Southern Interior Division during a very warm summer, temperatures may reach 90° for as many as 25 days, and in the Coastal Division, two to seven days. Summer nights are usually comfortably cool."
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Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services - That sounds like a very nice summer. It also sounds about like winter in Mississippi! Well, it might not stay that warm but it's not too far off. I would love to live in the mountains one day though.
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Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services
Check out the below link in regard to Maine's Lake's and Mountains.
https://www.mainetourism.com/places/maines-lakes-and-mountains/
https://www.mainetourism.com/places/maines-lakes-and-mountains/
Maine's Lakes & Mountains - Maine Tourism Association
Plan your trip to Maine's Lakes & Mountains for skiing, hiking, snowmobiling, Sebago Lake, festivals and other fun events in Maine.
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