Veterans, An Untapped Talent Pool

Issue 7.26

June 25, 2021

THIS WEEK IN DOVER

TWO LEGISLATIVE DAYS LEFT

Both the budget and supplemental spending bills passed this week, paving the way for a bond bill that will be a record breaking $1.3 billion. Added to that number is roughly another billion dollars in American Rescue Plan dollars, which can also be used to invest in infrastructure projects. Read more about other bills that saw movement >

AN UNTAPPED TALENT POOL:

Consider Hiring Veterans

WHY HIRING VERTERANS DURING COVID-19 COULD GIVE YOUR COMPANY THE COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE IT NEEDS

Article by Forbes

COVID-19 has created chaos across the globe on a social level and throughout the majority of industries our economies rely on. We went from having a war for talent to a war on talent....Veterans come to the table with a unique perspective on grappling with uncertainty, chaos, diversity and stressful situations. Key traits and advantages that veterans bring to the table include:

Veterans are trained for goal achievement during chaotic times
Veterans are savvy about navigating an enmeshed personal and professional dynamic
Career pivoting is part of a veteran’s DNA
Veterans can provide a connection to a diverse talent pool

VETERAN UNEMPLOYMENT RATES DOUBLED

FROM 3.1% TO 6.4% IN 2020

SHRM Foundation's Veterans at Work Initiative was developed by HR professionals, people managers, and front-line supervisors. It is a multifaceted, free and self-paced course that is available to anyone.

Learn the value that skilled veterans and members of the military community bring to the civilian workplace
Earn a certificate, which demonstrates your commitment to attracting, hiring and retaining these talented professionals
Upon completion, SHRM members can also earn 10 professional development credits toward their SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification

Learn more >

DOES YOUR BUSINESS PRIORITIZE HIRING VETERANS?

We are looking to curate a list of State Chamber members who hire veterans. To add your business to this list, please email Tyler Micik.

ATTRACT VETERAN TALENT

5 TIPS FOR EMPLOYERS

1 Develop a winning military recruiting strategy

2 Leverage networks and your existing team members

3 Market your organization as an employer of choice

4 Utilize existing government and private initiatives

5 Know how to translate military jargon into civilian skills

Additional Resources:

JOB eALERT EMAILS

Broadcast to military talent that you're hiring. Email your listing to christine.f.kubik.nfg@mail.mil

and put Job eAlert in the subject.

HIRING QUALIFIED VETERANS

Visit the U.S. Dept. of Labor's veteran hiring and training resource center >

Employer Guide to Hiring Veterans >

POST YOUR JOB OPENINGS

TAOnline.com assists our country's

heroes in gaining employment at the world's finest military-friendly

companies. Learn more >

CONNECT WITH HIGH-QUALITY

VETERAN TALENT

RecruitMilitary offers many digital solutions to connect you with the

veteran audience. Learn more >

President's Message

Employers tell us they need all employees with effective soft skills to work on teams, communicate effectively with colleagues, and more. Leadership, on the other hand, is a quality I believe is born out of many experiences. And while some people may be a “natural” or have the instincts to lead, for most this is a learned skill. Read more >

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CHAMBER LEADERSHIP BREAKFAST

From barbershop to boardroom—the Honorable Joshua W. Martin, III has an extensive career in Delaware as a leader in the business, nonprofit, and legal communities. In 2019, Josh and his wife, Cynthia, were honored by the State Chamber with the state's highest business honor, the Josiah Marvel Cup. Hear his leadership story... Register >