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SSVF Flyer.pdfWe believe that those who stood first in line to defend our country should be first in line to reap the benefits of freedom: a fair chance for a good education, a good job, and a good life.
Veterans receive first priority referral to all job and training opportunities in which they qualify. Staff specialists at the Newark One-Stop Career Center help veterans find suitable jobs and opportunities. At One-Stop Career Centers Veterans can also:
Enroll in free job search workshops.
Find assistance in developing a resume.
Learn about career training programs.
Get help understanding the array of benefits available through the Veterans Administration and state and local government agencies.
Applying for Government Positions
Applying for Government Positions
If you are looking for a job in local, state, or federal government, you may be entitled to "Veterans Preference" if you meet specific criteria. To learn more about Veterans Preference, talk to one of the staff specialists at your nearest One-Stop Career Center.
Resources for Veterans
Resources for Veterans
1) MyNextMove
Enter basic information about your military branch and job to see civilian career options that tap your service experience and skills. Also:
learn how to create a resume that highlights the value of your military experience to civilian employers, and
learn how to advance your job search with the O*NET Interest Profiler, an online tool that connects your interests with the world of work. If you didn't receive an interest assessment as part of the Transition Assistance Program (TAP), the O*NET Interest Profiler gives you comparable information.
2) GI Bill: On-the-Job Apprenticeship Training
In this Veterans Affairs program, veterans and their dependents can learn a trade by participating in apprenticeship or on-the-job training.
3) National Resource Directory
The National Resource Directory specializes in helping wounded veterans make the transition to civilian life. In the Employment Center area, you'll find a job search engine for veterans that streamlines your job search by offering job postings from military-friendly employers worldwide. The job search engine searches by keyword, military occupation code, and location, and gives tips on how to highlight your military experience.
4) Veterans Opportunity to Work
Prepare for your next mission by accessing services you may have earned through the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) initiative and other VA training and career assistance programs. VOW offers guidance, training and counseling assistance that promotes success after service.
Additional Veterans Resources
Additional Veterans Resources
Other resources available to veterans include:
The Adjutant General
The Adjutant General
About Brigadier General Jemal J. Beale
About Brigadier General Jemal J. Beale
Col. Yvonne L. Maysis Acting Adjutant General of New Jersey and Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. She commands the more than 8,400 Soldiers and Airmen of the New Jersey National Guard and leads, directs, and manages the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs in the execution of federal and state missions. In addition, she manages all state veterans’programs, commissions, and facilities in New Jersey.
Colonel Mays began her Air Force career in 1983 as an enlisted airman in the active component for nine years before transferring to the reserve component where she served another six years. She began her National Guard career as a soldier in the South Carolina Army National Guard. She received her commission from the Palmetto Military Academy in July 1999.
She has served as the Director of Personnel and Commander Military Personnel Flight, 177th Fighter Wing, Atlantic City, NJ. 177th FW Executive Officer, Deputy Chief of Staff NJANG, Executive Officer to The Adjutant General, NJNG, State Public Affairs Officer, NJNG Bilateral Affairs Officer in the Republic of Albania and the NJNG State Partnership Program Manager.
As an enlisted airman in the active component, she supported numerous operations such as “Operation Just Cause” and deployed OCONUS in support of Desert Storm During her tenure as an officer in the New Jersey Air National Guard, Col Mays has supported Operations Noble Eagle and Enduring Freedom. Most recently she served as the T32 Deputy to the Dual Status Commander and Deputy Joint Task Force Commander supporting New Jersey Covid -19 Response Operations. Prior to her current assignment, the Colonel was the Commander, Mission Support Group, 177th Fighter Wing, Atlantic City, NJ As the Deputy Adjutant General).
The Colonel serves as the Deputy Adjutant General, New Jersey National Guard (NJNG), she is the principal advisor to The Adjutant General (TAG) of the State of New Jersey on all matters concerning military readiness for more than 8400 soldiers and airmen, mobilizations, homeland security, defense to civil authorities, human resources, logistics, training and financial management of the Departments 3200 full-time, state and federal employees, and more than 30 armories and associated properties.
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