2024 Webinars
What’s New at NVTI
Date: September 12, 2024
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Date: September 12, 2024
Length: 1:27:09 minutes
Presenters: Brandon Webb and Hannah Toney
In this webinar, Hannah Toney and Brandon Webb provide a recap of everything NVTI accomplished during FY24, including expanding and improving the NVTI ecosystem and your feedback in action. They highlight new and updated courses, webinars, podcasts, and microlearning. Hannah and Brandon also discuss new and updated NVTI resources like the DVOP Eligibility Flowchart and Journey Maps. They also review what is planned for FY25. You may also download a PDF copy of the slide deck.
NVTI’s 2024 Focus Group Findings
Date: September 5, 2024
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Date: September 5, 2024
Length: 00:59:36 minutes
Presenters: Hannah Toney and Brandon Webb
In this webinar, Hannah Toney and Brandon Webb, discuss NVTI’s background with focus groups, the focus group purpose, and process. Hannah and Brandon provide a glimpse into the structure of the focus groups and discuss the findings from the 2024 focus group. The webinar concludes with a discussion of NVTI’s next steps and a Q&A session. You may also download a PDF copy of the slide deck.
Empowering Public Workforce Development Professionals: Enhancing Skills and Support for Serving Veterans 2024
Date: August 22, 2024
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Date: August 22, 2024
Length: 01:29:10 minutes
Presenters: Harlan Harrell (Workforce Analyst), Rebekah Haydin (JVSG Lead),
Hannah Toney (NVTI), and Brandon Webb (NVTI Lead)
Participants will learn about the various roles AJC and public workforce system staff play in serving veterans as discussed in Veterans’ Program Letter No. 05-24, Jobs for Veterans State Grants Staff Roles and Responsibilities and Coordination with Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Services to Veterans and TEGL No. 03-24, Jobs for Veterans’ State Grants (JVSG) Program Reforms and Roles and Responsibilities of American Job Center (AJC) Staff Serving Veterans. They will gain a refresher on services available to veterans through WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act), Wagner-Peyser, and Jobs for Veterans State Grants (JVSG) programs. Finally, participants will learn about professional development opportunities and resources available through the National Veterans’ Training Institute (NVTI) to improve service delivery to veterans.
The Grant Closeout Process for Recipients
Date: August 21, 2024
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Date: August 21, 2024
Length: 00:43: minutes
Presenters: Kia Mason and Tamara Holland
In this webinar, Grant Officer Kia Mason, and Grant Management Specialist Tamara Holland, explain what Grant Closeout is, systems used for Closeout, Closeout responsibilities and timelines, and preparing for Closeout. They also discuss the Closeout Package, including forms, common delays during Closeout, and post-closeout responsibilities. You may also download a PDF copy of the slide deck.
Indirect Cost 101
Date: August 14, 2024
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Date: August 14, 2024
Length: 01:11:57 minutes
Presenters: Emily Wen and Tamara Holland
In this webinar, Emily Wen and Tamara Holland review updates to the Uniform Guidance impacting indirect costs. They also review general information around indirect costs including the different types of costs, allocation base, indirect cost rate, cost allocation plan, and indirect cost proposals due date. They discuss elements of reimbursement including reimbursement of indirect costs via a Rate and a CAP, and the post-closeout adjustments. The webinar ends with time for questions and answers. This webinar is accompanied by a PDF copy of the slide deck.
So, You’re Being Audited: JVSG Program Audits
Date: July 29, 2024
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Date: July 29, 2024
Length: 00:35:52 minutes
Presenters: Dan Griffiths
In this video, So, You’re Being Audited: JVSG Program Audits, NVTI’s Dan Griffiths presents how to navigate Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) Roles and Responsibilities Audits. Viewers will learn about and understand the triennial, or three-year, audit cycle for the JVSG program, its framework, and various supporting elements. Background information will include the relevant legal guidance applicable for this effort. The video also examines the four phases of the audit process, as well as the tool developed by DOL VETS to be used during the implementation of oversight responsibilities. Finally, viewers will gain an understanding of Areas of Concern and Findings that will need to be addressed by State Workforce Agencies, or SWAs.
05-24 Veterans Program Letter (VPL) Crosswalk
Date: July 10, 2024
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Date: July 10, 2024
Length: 1:21:31 minutes
Presenters: Dan Griffiths
In this webinar, Dan Griffiths overviews the Veterans Program Letter (VPL) 05-24 and its implications for the Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) staff. The roles and responsibilities of DVOP specialists, LVER staff, and Consolidated DVOP/LVER (CODL) staff are discussed with an emphasis on their statutory duties. The webinar also discusses staffing flexibilities to maximize service integration and collaboration at American Job Centers (AJCs) and hiring preferences for JVSG staff positions and the process or assigning staff based on need. Finally, Dan shares information about performance management and the importance of local service provider engagement to enhance outcomes for veterans. Dan’s presentation was followed by a question-and-answer session. You may access the Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) 05-24 Veterans Program Letter (VPL) Crosswalk and download a PDF copy of the slide deck.
2023 Webinars
What’s New and What’s Coming from NVTI
Date: September 18, 2023
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Date: September 18, 2023
Length: 1:23:46 minutes
Presenters: Brandon Webb and Hannah Toney
In this webinar, Hannah Toney and Brandon Webb provide a recap of everything NVTI accomplished during FY23, including expanding and improving the NVTI ecosystem. They highlight new and updated courses, webinars, and podcasts. Hannah and Brandon also discuss how NVTI uses your feedback and ideas to improve the program’s learning ecosystem. They also review what is planned for FY24. You may also download a pdf copy of the slide deck.
Empowering Public Workforce Development Professionals: Enhancing Skills for Serving Veterans
Date: September 11, 2023
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Date: September 11, 2023
Length: 1:07:11 minutes
Presenters: Harlan Harrell, Brandon Webb, and Hannah Toney
Whether state and local workforce development staff are funded by WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker funds, Wagner-Peyser, or Jobs for Veterans State Grants, all programs share a common goal when serving veteran jobseekers: ensure the best possible employment and training outcomes for veterans. On this WorkforceGPS webinar, staff from the Employment and Training Administration, the Veterans’ Employment and Training Service and National Veterans’ Training Institute (NVTI), will provide a refresher on the roles and responsibilities of state and local workforce development staff to ensure effective, integrated, and seamless service delivery to veterans. In addition, this session will provide an overview of the many professional development resources available to veteran service providers through NVTI. These resources and highlights will support the veteran customer experience through the American Job Center experience.
The Role of Intensive Services Coordinators/Points of Contact within the VR&E Program
Date: August 29, 2023
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Date: August 29, 2023
Length: 1:27:15 minutes
Presenters: Aleshia Thomas-Miller, Randy Leffel, and Nilsa Gonzalez
In this webinar, Aleshia Thomas-Miller, Randy Leffel, and Nilsa Gonzalez, summarize the role of the Intensive Services Coordinator/Point of Contact. They also share steps taken by the Intensive Services Coordinator/Point of Contact during the Labor Market Information and Employment Services referral process. During the webinar, updates to the TAG were shared, along with information about new standardized forms. Participants also had an opportunity to share their best practices, challenges, and success stories during the webinar. You may also download a pdf copy of the slide deck.
The Grant Closeout Process for Recipients
Date: August 10, 2023
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Date: August 10, 2023
Length: 46:40 minutes
Presenters: Tamara Holland
In this webinar, Tamara Holland, Grant Management Specialist at the Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (DOL VETS), explained how GrantSolutions and Health and Human Services Payment Management System (HHS/PMS) affect closeout. She also discussed the closeout process and timelines, the contents of the closeout package, common issues for delay in closeout process, and post-closeout responsibilities. Ms. Holland also covered the responsibilities of VETS, grant recipients, and subrecipients. You may also download a pdf copy of the slide deck.
Indirect Cost 101
Date: June 15, 2023
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Date: June 15, 2023
Length: 1:43:22 minutes
Presenters: Emily Wen and Trevor Capon
In this webinar, Emily Wen and Trevor Capon review general information around indirect costs including the different types of costs, allocation base, indirect cost rate, cost allocation plan, and indirect cost proposals due date. They discuss elements of reimbursement including reimbursement of indirect costs via a Rate as well as via a CAP and the post-closeout adjustments. They end the webinar with time for questions and answers. The webinar is accompanied by a PDF output of the slides.
Veteran Suicide Prevention: VA S.A.V.E
Date: May 2, 2023
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Date: May 2, 2023
Length: 1:06:50 minutes
Presenter: Lillie Mells
In this webinar, Lillie Mells, Education & Training Program Coordinator at the Office of Mental Health Suicide Prevention at Veterans Affairs’ (VA) Central Office, provided a general overview of the scope of veteran suicide within the U.S. She explained how to identify a veteran who may be at risk for suicide and what to do when someone identifies a veteran at risk. She also outlined the VA S.A.V.E. steps which teach someone how to act with care and compassion if they encounter a veteran who is in crisis. In addition to the recording, you can access this resource document as a quick reference to critical resources.
The webinar is accompanied by a VA suicide prevention resource guide.
2022 Webinars
AmeriCorps & DOL VETS: A Partnership for You
Date: August 3, 2022
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Length: 57:48 minutes
Presenters: Mary Tobin and John Savage
In this webinar, AmeriCorps’ Mary Tobin – Senior Advisor for Wounded Warrior, Veteran, and Military Family Initiatives – and DOL VETS’ John Savage – Regional Administrator for VETS Atlanta Region – discussed the AmeriCorps and U.S. Department of Labor, Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (DOL VETS) programs and how you can take advantage of these program benefits. Specifically, they assisted participants to:
- Understand AmeriCorps and DOL VETS opportunities;
- Define who AmeriCorps and DOL VETS are as well as the ways both programs serve veterans;
- Demonstrate how AmeriCorps and DOL VETS are working together to better serve veterans;
- Explore how veteran service providers can partner with AmeriCorps and DOL VETS to improve and enrich the services they provide veterans.
Priority of Service for Grantees
Date: July 14, 2022
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Date: July 14, 2022
Length: 1:30:03 minutes
Presenters: Victor Glover and John Savage
In this webinar led by Victor Glover, JVSG State Coordinator in North Carolina, and John Savage, Regional Administrator for VETS Atlanta Region, they discussed how veterans and eligible spouses are entitled to precedence over non-covered persons in the program known as Priority of Service. They explained what Priority of Service means, its history, and who is eligible along with how states and local areas can implement Priority of Service, the importance and requirements for state and local policies, and some best practices from states around the nation regarding their provision of Priority of Service. Additionally, they clarified the difference between veteran Priority of Service and veterans’ preference at the state and local levels.
JVSG Promising Practices Listening Session
Date: May 25, 2022
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Length: 1:01:17 minutes
In this webinar, five states presented the lessons learned and promising practices that contributed to their improved performance in Program Year 2020. The event included a facilitated discussion where states asked questions and got answers from their colleagues across the nation.
The JVSG Career Roadmap Certificate Program
Date: May 19, 2022
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Length: 1:04:45 minutes
Presenter: Dr. Hannah Toney, NVTI and Mr. Brandon Webb, VETS
In this one hour webinar, we overview NVTI’s certificate program, the JVSG Career Roadmap Certificate. The presenters overview what certificate programs are, why they are valuable, and specifically what the JVSG Career Roadmap certificate program is and who it is designed for. They also discuss requirements, application and enrollment, measuring progress and considerations, constraints, and future plans. They also provide a virtual tour of the certificate program documents on NVTI.org as well as at NVTI Student Central.
2021 Webinars
Resources to Serve Veterans: A Comprehensive Guide to Frequently and Successfully Used Resources
Date: September 20, 2021
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Length: 1:09:55 minutes
Presenter: Greg Davis and Nikkol Wymer
In this webinar recording, NVTI Instructor Greg Davis and Nikkol Wymer of DOL VETS discussed resources to locate applicable guidance and regulations, identify resources for Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program (DVOP) specialists, and identify resources for Local Veterans’ Employment Representative (LVER) staff. They discussed resources specific to serving veterans with significant barriers to employment as well as other special veteran populations and topics to include rural veterans, American Indian and Alaska Native veterans, LGBTQ+ veterans, veterans with addictions, and suicide prevention for veterans. They also discussed resources for recruiting and hiring veterans, apprenticeships, on-the-job training, and retaining veterans. Please download the handout with additional resources that accompanied the presentation. We also encourage you to continue the conversation and provide any additional resources at the Making Careers Happen for Veterans: Community of Practice.
Introduction to Apprenticeships: Encouraging Veteran Apprenticeships
Date: May 4, 2021
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Length: 0:56:30 minutes
Presenter: Hughes McLean, Apprenticeship & Training Representative and Veteran Liaison for the Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship
In the following webinar, Hughes McLean, Apprenticeship & Training Representative and Veteran Liaison for the Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship, supported participants in: describing Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs), the components of the program, and breadth of opportunities; summarizing the benefits of RAPs to the veteran, the employer and the Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program; identifying a working knowledge of the different partners in a RAP; discussing different tools and approaches to locating appropriate RAPs in their region and; establishing a connection between veteran needs and apprenticeship fit. Hughes McLean also engaged in a robust question and answer session with webinar participants.
2020 Webinars
Providing Services at a Distance
Date: September 1, 2020
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Length: 1:00:00 minutes
Presenters: Cindy Borden & Chantal Escoto
In this webinar participants will understand how, through discovery and customized employment, they will be able to:
- Describe promising practices related to the Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program (HVRP)
- Identify successful methods for providing quality service to veterans in a virtual setting
- Personalize approaches for virtual considerations
Discovery and Customized Employment
Date: August 26, 2020
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Length: 1:04:27 minutes
Presenters: Debbie Ball
In this webinar, participants will gain an understanding of how they can:
- Get to know veterans while being mindful of their individual and unique circumstances
- Identify a veteran’s skillset and determine how that can benefit a company or organization
- Find alternatives to the competitive hiring process
Participants will also be able to describe how veterans have customized their career plans through their own words.
Accommodations: Resources and Strategies to Help Veterans with Disabilities Obtain Employment
Date: August 19, 2020
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Length: 1:09:56 minutes
Presenters: Melanie Whetzel, James Potts, and Cori DiBiase
This webinar is designed to provide veterans’ service providers staff with a better understanding of how workplace accommodations can assist job-seeking veterans. Through detailed examples, we will deliver accommodation solutions that will help you have informed conversations with job-seeking veterans and employers.
Making the Most of Benefits.gov
Date: April 15, 2020
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Length:43:36 minutes
Presenters: Ellery Rush, Kippi Chase, and Rachel Crowder
Benefits.gov is the official benefits website of the U.S. government. The mission of Benefits.gov is to increase citizen access to government programs and facilitate citizen interaction with the federal government. Since 2002, Benefits.gov has helped over 130 million people identify and access government benefits that can help them improve their circumstances. Join NVTI and NVTAC to learn how Benefits.gov can help the veteran community. Representatives from Benefits.gov will demonstrate the website’s functionality and how its resources can be used to serve our Nation’s veterans.
New Employment Resource: NeedAJobNow.usNLx.com
Date: April 8, 2020
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Length: 59:25 minutes
Presenters: Lori Adams and Charlie Terrell
The National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) and DirectEmployers Association recently launched NeedAJobNow.usNLx.com, a job site dedicated to providing a centralized location for displaced workers to access employment opportunities from U.S. corporations with immediate hiring needs due to COVID-19. Hosted by the National Veterans’ Training Institute (NVTI) and the National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA), Lori Adams, Veterans Policy Director, NASWA, and Charlie Terrell, Director, NLx, NASWA, discuss how you can use this resource to support veterans seeking employment.
HVRP and JVSG Collaboration: Opportunities and Challenges
Date: April 2, 2020
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Length: 1:16:09
Presenters: Jon Lowry, Cori Di Biase, and Dan Griffiths
Recently appointed Assistant Secretary for Veterans’ Employment & Training Services Jon Lowry kicks off the session. Next, NVTI and NVTAC co-host a Community of Practice discussion discussing promising practices in collaboration between Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program (HVRP) grantees and Jobs for Veteran State Grant (JVSG) staff. This conversation includes DVOP specialists, LVERs, and HVRP staff from around the country.
Past Webinar Recordings
Making Careers Happen for Veterans’: A Community of Practice.
An Introduction and Demonstration
Date: January 9, 2019
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Length: 90 minutes
Presenters:
Bradley Sickles NVTI Project Manager, U.S. Department of Labor, Veterans’ Employment and Training Service
Monica Henderson Learning Management Systems Administrator, Management Concepts
Dr. Hannah Toney Director, Learning & Technology Solutions, Management Concepts
Learn about the NVTI Community of Practice tool and how to access and use it.
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U.S. Department of Labor’s HIRE Vets Medallion Program:
Promoting Employer Recruitment, Hiring, and Retention of Men and Women Who Served Honorably in the U.S. Military
Date: September 13, 2018
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Length: 60 minutes
Presenters:
Randall Smith, HIRE Vets Medallion Program Manager, U.S. Department of Labor, Veterans’ Employment and Training
Learn about The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing (HIRE) Vets Medallion program and updates in preparation for the 2019 program year.
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The New Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) Required Core Curriculum: A First Look and Overview
Date: July 10, 2018
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Length: 60 minutes
Presenters:
Matthew Miller Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy U.S. Department of Labor, Veterans’ Employment and Training
Dr. Hannah Toney Director, Learning & Technology Solutions, Management Concepts
Learn about the role and importance of professional development for workforce staff serving veterans and explore the wellspring of professional development resources offered by the National Veterans’ Training Institute (NVTI) for JVSG state staff!
Also learn about NVTI training structure which includes prerequisite eLearning and in-person classroom courses, training objectives for each course, and a demonstration of navigation in the NVTI Student Central portal.
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