HOW MODERN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS ARE SERVING VETERANS

IN CELEBRATION OF:

THE PROGRAM WILL BEGIN SHORTLY

Nov. 12-18National

Apprenticeship Week

Nov. 11Veterans Day

P R E S E N T E D B Y

HOW MODERN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS ARE SERVING VETERANSWebinar

JFF’s Center for Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning

3:00 – 4:15pm ET

November 8, 2018

Hi, I’m

ERIC SELEZNOW

Eric M. Seleznow is a senior advisor and directs JFF's Center for Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning. He works to further the organization’s goals of advancing

innovative workforce policy and programs. Mr. Seleznow is contributing to the organization’s work on apprenticeship,

reentry, and sector strategies.

Senior Advisor

3:00–3:05 pm ET Welcome and Introduction

3:05–3:15 pm ET Overview of Apprenticeship Programs in Support of Veterans

3:15–4:00 pm ET Panel Discussion

4:00–4:15 pm ET Q&A with Attendees

The American labor market is broken. Our rapidly changing economy demands skilled and adaptable workers, but many people lack the education and training employers require. JFF is transforming the workforce and education systems to accelerate economic advancement for all.

JFF designs innovative solutions, scales proven programs, and influences industry action and policymaking to drive the most transformative impact.

CENTER FOR APPRENTICESHIP & WORK-BASED LEARNINGCenter4Apprenticeship.jff.org

AN OPPORTUNITY FOR VETERANS AND THEIR SPOUSES• Nearly 250,000 servicemen and women separate from active

duty in the US military each year.

• Record-low annual unemployment rate of 2.9 percent for post-9/11 veterans—however, many struggle with being underemployed.

• Veterans, transitioning service members, and spouses possess valuable skills but often need industry-specific experience and/or credentials to land a good job.

• Our nation’s Veterans are a proven talent pool within a tightening labor market.

• Apprenticeship provides a solid pathway to success.

APPRENTICESHIP

RESOURCES• Available resources: American Job Centers, Transitional

Assistance programs and local Veterans’ programs.

• The Federal Government has made available many resources to assist service members and Veterans into high-skill, good-paying jobs in apprenticeships.

• Veterans eligible for GI Bill benefits may use them during an approved apprenticeship program. The bill also provides a monthly housing allowance (MHA) in addition to apprenticeship wages.

• To receive GI Bill benefits, a Veteran must first be hired by an employer into an apprenticeship program that has been approved by the State Approval Agency.

FOR VETERANS AND EMPLOYERS

Hi, I’m

MARK TOAL

Mark Toal is the National Veterans’ Employment Manager, Office of Strategic Outreach at DOL VETS. Mark and his team of Regional Veterans’ Employment Coordinators

conduct employer outreach to make it easier for companies to find, hire, train, and retain veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses by leveraging federal, state,

and local employment resources and programs.

National Veterans’ Employment ManagerVeterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS),

US Department of Labor

Veteran Demographics

• Median Age of a Veteran is now 64 years old

• Nearly 50% of all Veterans are in the workforce (9.7M):o 67% of Veterans in the workforce are 45 years or oldero 1.7% of Veterans in the workplace are under 25 years oldo Less than 6% of the workforce are now Veterans

• Declining Veteran unemployment rates (Oct 2018 = 2.9%)o Veteran unemployment rates continue to trend lower than non-

veterans (Oct 2018 non-Veteran = 3.5%) o ~280K Veterans are unemployedo 55% of unemployed Veterans are 45 years or oldero 2.7% of unemployed Veterans are under 25 years old

Bottom line: All studies indicate it is a good business decision to hire Veterans but it takes effort to find and hire Veterans

Apprenticeships may attract more Veteranswww.apprenticeship.gov

There are currently 49K+ veterans currently participating in apprenticeships program.

Apprenticeship allows Veterans to learn a trade through an apprenticeship, and use their GI Bill benefits to receive a tax-free monthly stipend.

• The post-9/11 GI Bill provides a monthly tax free stipend (varies by employer location), and is paid in addition to the wages earned as an apprentice.

• Veterans continue to receive a stipend for every month of their apprenticeship. After six months of a Veteran’s apprenticeship, the stipend is gradually reduced –and is offset by progressive wage increases.

• In addition, many Registered Apprenticeships have some classroom training, and apprentices can receive $83 per month for books and supplies.

https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/onthejob_apprenticeship.asp

Finding and Hiring Veterans

Toal.mark.j@dol.gov

www.VETERANS.GOV

Hi, I’m

DAVE HARRISON

Dave has extensive experience coordinating and advising employers, Industry Associations and the Department of

Labor Office of Apprenticeship (DOL OA) on the most effective implementation models for Registered

Apprenticeships and Military hiring programs in various industry sectors.

With two decades of experience in Recruiting, Employee Training and Development, and Operations, Dave has

directly supported, developed, and implemented apprenticeship related instruction (ARI) and on-the-job (OJT) training outlines for National DOL Apprenticeship

programs. As the Executive Director of National Apprenticeship, Dave has successfully designed and

implemented numerous National Standards Registered Apprenticeships for Industry Associations and Employers.Executive Director of National Apprenticeship, FASTPORT

ABOUT FASTPORT FASTPORT, Inc. is a contracted Department of Labor Industry Intermediary to increase apprenticeship programs for civilian and Veteran talent and has a commercial co-venture with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes Program to develop the preeminent employment marketplace to connect employers and military candidates.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes Program

President George W. Bush Institute

Wreaths Across America

U.S. Department of Labor, Employment & Training Administration - Apprenticeships

United States Army Reserve

U.S. Department of Defense, Office of Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve

National Guard, MA ANG

United States Army Installation Management Command

Industry Intermediary Approach to Registered ApprenticeshipsFASTPORT’s Goals as your Intermediary:

● Expand and innovate existing apprenticeships and create national models for accelerated implementation.

● Serve as a liaison between Governmental agencies and Business.● Provide standardized, industry-endorsed instruction and on-the-job training/learning for

companies with sites in multiple locations across the country.● Start new apprenticeship programs throughout industry.● When possible, source apprenticeship candidates.● Serve as a conduit to Bridge the skill gap.● Provide technical assistance to companies on how to take advantage of federal and state

benefits and programs, assists with the registration process, and can help guide companies in the development of occupational competencies.

Benefits to Employers•Customized training that meets industry standards, tailored to the specific needs of businesses, resulting in highly-skilled employees.•Increased knowledge transfer through on-the-job learning from an experienced mentor, combined with education courses to support work-based learning.•Enhanced employee retention: 91% of apprentices that complete an apprenticeship are still employed nine months later.•Retention values are even more significant for eligible Veterans able to utilize their G.I. Bill to draw a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) while participating in a registered apprenticeship program.•A safer workplace that may reduce worker compensation costs, due to the program’s emphasis on safety training.•A stable and reliable pipeline of qualified workers.•A systematic approach to training that ensures employees are trained and certified to produce at the highest skill levels required for the occupation.

VETERAN TAX CREDITSState Name Estimated Contribution/ ROIAlaska AK Veteran Tax Credit $2,000-$3,000Florida Florida Veterans Employment Act Up to $5,000Illinois Illinois Veterans Jobs Credit Up to $5,000

Mississippi MS Code § 27-7-22.38 (2016) Up to $2,000 Montana HB0308 $1,500New York Hire a Veteran $5,000-$15,000Oklahoma Oklahoma Quality Jobs Program Up to 6% of payroll

Utah Veteran Employment Tax Credit $2,400-$4,800

West Virginia West Virginia Military Incentive Credit

30% of the first $5,000.00 in wages (Veterans)

Percentage of disability multiplied by the first $5,000.00 in

wages (Disabled Veterans) 25% of the First $5,000.00 in wages

(National Guard)

Wisconsin Veteran Employment Credit (disabled Veterans) $4,000-$10,000

WOTC Returning Heroes Tax Credit $2,400-$5,600WOTC Wounded Warrior Tax Credit $4,800-$9,600

Hi, I’m

MARILYN SURBER

Marilyn oversees Melton Truck Line’s human resources, training programs and communication, employee services,

and social media network to ensure consistency and relevance in the organization.

Employee Services Manager, Melton Truck Lines

Hi, I’m

MELANIE STOVER

Melanie manages the college’s labor market research projects, career services, apprenticeships, and corporate

partnerships. Prior to joining the Northern Virginia Community College team, Melanie developed and

implemented a range of national workforce development initiatives in the manufacturing industry during her time at

the National Association of Manufacturers and the National Institute for Metalworking Skills. Melanie is a graduate of

the University of Virginia and is currently pursuing her Master of Public Administration at George Mason

University.

Director of Business Engagement, NOVA (Northern Virginia Community College)

Northern Virginia: Fast Facts

116 individuals join the NOVA region each day

#1 job market for cybersecurity jobs

#2 job market for STEM jobs

2nd largest IT labor market in the U.S.

7% of NOVA population is veterans and 15% of students at NOVA are

veterans

47% of IT positions unfilled due to unmet demand for tech talent

Apprenticeships in Northern VirginiaAmazon Web Services: Veteran Technical Apprenticeship Programu More than 150 apprentices in a variety of

cloud-related occupationsu Piloted virtual programs in Atlanta,

Chicago, Dallas, and Seattle

New Apprenticeship Programsu 400+ apprentices with 12+ companies to

expand IT apprenticeship programs u Partnership with local industry

organizationsu Targeted outreach to military and

veterans u All programs tied to industry-recognized

credentials

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HONORING OUR VETERANS AND RECOGNIZING NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK

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