Colorado National Guard
IN COORDINATION WITH VetJobs, THE CONG EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST IS HERE TO ASSIST BY UTILIZING GOVERNMENT AND NON-GOVERNMENT RESOURCES TO PROVIDE EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE TO SERVICE MEMBERS AND THEIR DEPENDENTS.
THE CONG EMPLOYMENT NETWORK CAN ASSIST SERVICE MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES WITH THE FOLLOWING:
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Career Assessment
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O*NET (DoL Occupational Network) Training
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Networking/LinkedIn
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Cover Letter and Resume Building (Civilian & Federal)
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Job Search Assistance
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Interview Preparation
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Translating Military Occupation Codes (MOC) into Civilian terms
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Additional resources provided as needed through Joining Community Forces of Colorado
Need Employment Assistance? Contact our Employment Specialist!
Employment Newsletter
Upcoming Career Events
Laura Farlett
CONG Employment Specialist
Certified Veteran Career Strategist
Welcome to your future in Colorado! State employees drive our success! We value public servants and the roles they play in making Colorado the greatest place to live, work, and play.
Eligibility: All Colorado Residents.
Connecting Colorado is your gateway to opportunity, connecting job seekers with meaningful careers and employers with skilled talent. Job seekers can build resumes, explore job openings, and access resources. Employers can post jobs FOR FREE, connect with qualified candidates, and access tools to meet their hiring needs. Connecting Colorado makes career advancement and hiring simple, efficient, and impactful.
Eligibility: All Colorado Residents and Employers.
Workforce Centers provide a variety of free services to assist employers and job seekers. These include job listings, computer and internet access, and career counseling and training. Veterans receive additional support with their job search.
Eligibility: Anyone can utilize the services at county Workforce Centers. Veterans receive priority of service in all federally funded programs at the workforce center. If applicable in order to qualify for the Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program (DVOP), the Veteran must first meet with an employment specialist at the workforce center. If appropriate, intensive services for Veterans with significant barriers to employment will be provided.
Colorado National Guard Employment Opportunities
Positions for Air Force and Army AGR, Technicians, and Traditional Guard, as well as Federal Title 5 and DMVA State jobs.
My Colorado Journey is your gateway to understanding and accessing the most promising career pathways in Colorado – those leading to in-demand jobs with a bright professional future.
The Federal government is committed to helping those who have served in the Armed Forces find rewarding Federal careers. Explore this page to learn more about the Federal hiring process and the career resources and opportunities available to veterans, transitioning service members, and military family members.
USAJOBS connects job seekers with federal employment opportunities across the United States and around the world. As the federal government's official employment site, USAJOBS helps the right people find the right jobs.
Small Business Administration’s website
CO Secretary of State’s checklist for new businesses
Colorado Veteran’s Business Outreach Center (VBOC)
Get SBA funding, counseling, federal contracting support, and disaster recovery assistance. Our district office also connects you to a network of local lenders and partner organizations.
Onward to Opportunity (O2O) Program
A free career training program that provides professional certification and job placement support to transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.
https://ivmf.syracuse.edu/programs/career-training/
MyCAA Scholarship for Army Spouses
A free career training program that provides professional certification and job placement support to transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.
Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) is financial assistance provided for voluntary off-duty education programs in support of a soldier’s professional and personal self-development goals.
This is a pay-as-you-learn approach to upskill or reskill into a new career field. For career seekers wanting to enter tech careers but have little or no experience, Apprenticeship is a doorway to a rewarding career in tech.
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR)
Eligibility: All employers, all uniformed Service Members, and Families of affected Service Members.
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve is a Department of Defense program that develops and promotes supportive work environments for Service Members in the Reserve Components through outreach, recognition, and educational opportunities that increase awareness of applicable laws and resolves employment conflicts between the Service Members and their employers.
LinkedIn is the world's largest professional networking platform, with over 1.3 billion members in more than 200 countries. Owned by Microsoft, it functions as a digital resume, job board, and networking tool designed for career development, recruiting, and business-to-business (B2B) marketing. Users can connect with colleagues, apply for jobs, and share industry content.
Employment Events
- Check out the event schedule from CO Dept. of Labor and Employment, Job Fairs/Events.
- Peterson Space Force Job Fair – Wednesday, July 15th, 1000 – 1400 at The Hub, 260 Glasgow Ave, Bldg. 1013, PSFB, CO 80914. This event is for ★ TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS ★ VETERANS ★ MILITARY SPOUSES/FAMILY ★ RESERVE/NATIONAL GUARD ★ Pikes Peak Workforce Center cannot arrange job seeker access on Peterson SFB. Only Peterson security officials can grant access to their base.
- Academy District 20 Back to School Job Fair – Thursday, July 23rd, 1630 – 1830 at Liberty High School, 8720 Scarborough Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80920. Click the link to fill out a registration form.
- Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Hiring Event – Wednesday, July 29th, 1000 – 1400, 530 Communication Circle, Colorado Springs, CO 80905. Job seekers do not need to register to attend! Call 719-309-4768 with any questions.
- LinkedIn 101 for Veterans – Thursday, July 30th, 1300-1500, at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, 530 Communications Circle, Colorado Springs, CO 80905. Learn how to leverage your network and tell your story to create a stronger path forward in connecting with people and causes as you transition into civilian life. Register with Jon Dix,JDix@mtcarmelcenter.org / 719.309.4768.
- Recruit Military Denver Veterans Job Fair – Wednesday, August 19th, 1100-1500 MT, at Empower Field at Mile High, 1701 Bryant St, Denver, CO 80204. The Job Fair will take place in the United Club Level in the West Club Lounge. Enter the stadium via Gate 2. Free parking available. Expect to build your network, make new professional contacts, and discover job leads. These job fairs are the perfect time to practice your elevator pitch and interact with representatives from all kinds of companies.
- Thinking of starting a business? Colorado Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) is located at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center in Colorado Springs. The Colorado VBOC provides counseling, training, technical skill development, comprehensive business assessments, and mentoring services to aspiring and existing business owners who are Active Duty, veterans, members of the National Guard or Reserve, military spouses, and family members. Click the link to learn more.