CareerSource Okaloosa Walton TeCMEN April 8, 2019 CareerSource Okaloosa Walton

5 W’s TeCMEN April 8, 2019 DoD SkillBridge Program (formerly known as Career Skills Program) DOL HIRE Vets Medallion Program

DOL HIRE Vets Medallion Program DoD SkillBridge Program Who ? Transitioning Service Member (TSM) (< 180 days, vetted by Ed Center & Command Approved) CareerSource Okaloosa Walton (facilitator – provides career services, matches TSM to businesses) TeCMEN Member (list on our site, offer opportunities) (aka DoD SkillBridge) DOL HIRE Vets Medallion Program +Miscellaneous

What ? DoD SkillBridge Program Is a program that: Has no service fees – prepaid with your tax dollars Is FLSA Compliant & Worker’s Compensation is provided Has minimal paperwork & a simple straightforward process Allows you to provide customized training - your way Can be combined with WIOA training funds Is mutually beneficial – You, our Heroes, and the community win

Where ? DoD SkillBridge Program Where is the program available? DoD Wide, locally administered Where are we? 1st year of program maturity – 35 Businesses formally listed Where do I find candidates? 15 unmatched applicants searching for internships They find you on our site and / or CareerSource delivers

When ? DoD SkillBridge Program When does the intern start & finish? Eligible @ < 180 days of separation ; finish at agreed point When will there be a larger talent pool? Survey says – Soon! ~ 500 join community per year. TCPI WG marketing program, Email Campaign, Hiring Our Heroes Fellowship initiative, synergy with your opportunities posted

Why ? DoD SkillBridge Program Them - TSMs given opportunity to “Bridge the Skills gap” as they join our community’s workforce You – access THE premier talent pool. Us- CareerSource Okaloosa Walton's Mission is to ensure that every citizen has the opportunity and skills necessary to engage in meaningful employment throughout Okaloosa and Walton counties, and that every business has access to educated, and prepared employees that meet their needs.  

Executive Summary CareerSource Okaloosa Walton, in conjunction with Eglin & Hurlburt Education Centers, is pleased to announce the DoD SkillBridge - Internship. This program allows Active Duty Service members within 180 days of separation to intern with local employers. Benefits to Businesses: Build a talent pipeline to fill potential job opportunities. Access to candidates with specialized skills holding an active security clearance. Customized training, your way. Worker’s Compensation provid- ed by the DoD. Simple process, minimal paperwork. Interns will continue receiving their normal active duty salary and benefits while in training. FLSA Approved Unpaid Internships DoD SkillBridge Program (formally known as the Career Skills Program) - Job Training, Employment Skills Training, Apprenticeships and Internships Guidance - Title 10 U.S.C. Section 1143(e) & DoDI 1322.29, January 24, 2014 For more Info, contact your Business Services Representative at (850) 833-7587 Email us at businessservices@careersourceow.com www.car What is the Process? Employers: Meet/interview the potential intern. Provide job titles of potential internship opportunities. Provide job descriptions along with additional requirements, etc. Begin internship after receiving approval from service member’s commander. How Can my Business get Added to the List of Available Internship Opportunities? Complete our Employer In- take Form. www.careersourceokaloosawalton.com / pages/Career_Skills_Program What is the Duration of the Internships? The duration of the training is based on service member’s needs as approved by their commander (No more than 6 months). sourceokaloosawalton.com

HIRE Vets Medallion Program Employer Recognition Program Businesses with Vets as 10% of New Hires Retention Rate of 85% for Veteran Employees 10% of Employees are Veterans Additional Criteria Varies by Employer Size: Provision of Employee Veteran Resource Group Provision of programs to Enhance Leadership Dedicated Human Resource Initiatives for Vets Pay Differential for Activated Reservists Tuition Assistance Program www.hirevets.gov The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans Act of 2017 (HIRE Vets Act or the Act), signed by President Trump on May 5, 2017, requires the Secretary of Labor to establish a program, by rule, that recognizes employer efforts to recruit, employ, and retain veterans. Employer-applicants meeting criteria established in the rule will receive a “HIRE Vets Medallion Award.” The purpose of the HIRE Vets Medallion Award is to recognize employers who have employed and retained veterans, including their efforts to establish employee development programs for veterans, and employers who offer veteran specific benefits to improve retention. Award recipients will have the opportunity to utilize the medallion in the marketing of their firm as a veteran friendly business when hiring, and in efforts to attract additional business. Small Employer— , < 50 employees - $90.00 Medium Employer— 51-500 employees - $190.00 3) Large Employer— > 500 employees - 495.00

HIRE Vets Medallion Program Please note that Veteran Organizations or resource groups to assist new veteran employees with integration, including coaching and mentoring; and Provision of programs to enhance the leadership skills of veteran employees during their employment; must be established and exist on Dec 31st, 2018.