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Maine Points: Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign

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Maine Points: Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign

Posted on September 4, 2020 by dmartignetti

2020 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Kick-Off Event and Hiring Fair to be Held Virtually September 15th. Danny speaks with Campaign Co-Coordinators: Mark Cafiso and Leo Deon on this weeks Maine Points.

The Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign provides support for employers to expand the hiring of veterans through a network of state and federal agencies, resources and nonprofits, education on military language and culture, recruiting and hiring assistance, and recognition for the hiring and advancement of veterans and military family members.

Employers can join the 2020 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign and job seekers can get more information and register for the kick-off event by visiting: www.mainecareercenter.com/mhav/

During the 2019 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign, 254 employers participated, and 283 veterans and military family members were hired.

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