Encourages Maine businesses and organizations to post jobs on site

Congresswoman Chellie Pingree today applauded the launch of a new website designed to match veterans with job opportunities that fit well with skills they developed in the military.

“Throughout the recession, the jobless rate of post-9/11 veterans has been much higher than for civilians. It’s still around 10 percent, which is simply unacceptable,” said Pingree. “I’m hopeful that this new online tool will be a step forward in matching the skills of veterans with needs in the community. I’ve heard from many business owners in Maine who would love to hire those who served. This is a great opportunity for them to connect with veterans who are eager to get back to work.”  

The site has several features in addition to the job bank, including a resumé builder and a “skills translator” that matches a veteran’s Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) with careers and openings well suited to those skills.

Employers can post openings and search resumés at no cost.

The website was a joint effort by theDepartments of Veterans Affairs, Defense, Labor, and Education, as well as the Office of Personnel Management. By integrating the search function into one location, the site minimizes duplication and redundancy of current services.

“One of the things I hear most from veterans is how difficult bureaucracy makes it for them to get the support they need,” said Pingree. “I’m very happy the Administration has gone forward with this integrated approach so veterans can get everything they need without having to go to a half-dozen places. I hope that veterans visit the site to see what openings are out there and that employers use it to share their opportunities.”