With PVA’s Veterans Career Program’s new initiative, PVA Veterans Career Live, you can access timely, relevant career information — on your schedule and from any device. Register for a FREE seminar with a Veterans Career Program employment expert or browse recorded seminars on a range of career topics for Veterans.

Date
Time
Time Zone Adjustments
Topic
Description
Registration
3/26
4 PM ET

3 PM CT
2 PM MT
1 PM PT
Skills-Based Functional Resumes
As more and more businesses, organizations and agencies move from qualifications to skills when considering a candidate, it's important for job seekers to know when and how to use a skills-based resume. Join us for this session as our Employment Analysts discuss when to use a skills-based resume and how to properly format one.
3/28
4 PM ET

3 PM CT
2 PM MT
1 PM PT
Back to Basics: Videoconferencing Refresher
Virtual meetings are here to stay. According to a 2022 survey, 90% of hiring professionals utilize videoconferencing platforms such as Zoom, or Microsoft Teams during the hiring process. In this session we will provide a refresher on how to use virtual meeting platforms to your advantage as well as review some key videoconferencing features that every candidate should know. 
4/2
4 PM ET

3 PM CT
2 PM MT
1 PM PT
Veterans Preference & Federal Non-Competitive Hiring
Veterans Preference and Non-Competive Hiring Authority allows Federal agencies to non-competitively appoint a qualified covered veteran to any position for which he or she is qualified up to a GS-11 or equivalent. Upon completion of two years of satisfactory service, the covered veteran is converted to the competitive service. In this session, we will explore the multiple Non-Competitive hiring programs that the Federal Government offers and what documentation you will need.
4/4
4 PM ET

3 PM CT
2 PM MT
1 PM PT
Leveraging Volunteer Opportunities Towards Employment
April is National Volunteer Month. Engaging in volunteer activities can help reinforce skills you're already learning at work, develop new skills and possibilities, and give you another venue to build leadership skills. All of these opportunities make you a more qualified and desirable candidate for your next job. Join us as we discuss how to find volunteer opportunities and leverage them towards employment.
4/9
4 PM ET

3 PM CT
2 PM MT
1 PM PT
Custom Canine
Join us while we host Custom Canine to learn about the world of canine trainers. Custom Canine trains police and military dogs as well as working dogs that perform specific tasks. Private contracting for dog trainers is also an option. Come join us if you enjoy dog training and want to learn more about how to get involved or create a future in dog training for yourself.
4/11
4 PM ET

3 PM CT
2 PM MT
1 PM PT
Employer Session: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
Whether you're tranisitioning from the military or you've been a veteran for awhile, there are plenty of career opportunities with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Join us for an informative employer session focusing on CBP’s Skillbridge program (for transitioning service members) and exciting career opportunities outside of law enforcement roles. Explore how your skills and experience can transition seamlessly into fulfilling careers with CBP.

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