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AI# 12998  Regular City Council Meeting 5.19. 11/12/2024:

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Agenda Item

Resolution - Human Resources: Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding, and all related documents, with the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness of the U.S. Department of Defense for post-service job and employment skills training, including apprenticeships and internships.

Item Summary

The Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge program offers a unique opportunity to prepare transitioning service members for civilian employment. The DoD SkillBridge program enables the City to recruit transitioning service members for training periods of up to 180 days. During this training, the service members are paid by the DoD, with no compensation required from the City. After the training, they will be skilled enough to be offered a position with the City or other employers. The City has no obligation to hire the trainees.   Benefits to the City Cost Savings: Skilled trainees are provided at no additional salary cost until they are hired. High-Quality Candidates: Service members often possess a strong work ethic and a desire to serve the public. Workforce Development: The program supports the City's need for good employees and enhances the available talent pool. This initiative not only aids in the smooth transition of service members into civilian careers, but also provides the City with highly skilled and dedicated employees. The program can be applied to all occupations, experience levels, and departments, complementing existing apprenticeship programs.

Fiscal Impact

None

Staff/Board Recommending

Bill Howerton, Deputy City Manager Elizabeth Lara, Director of Human Resources

Attachments Resolution - DoD SkillBridge Program MOU - DoD SkillBridge Program

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