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Career opportunities for Veterans

You served your country, now serve with the State! Watch the video above to see how you can use the skills you acquired while in the military with the Georgia Department of Corrections. Be sure to check Corrections’ website for frequent updates about Military Job Fairs, highlighting unique employment opportunities for Veterans looking to work with the State.

You can also find careers events for Veterans, all over the state, by viewing the calendar below or checking this calendar maintained by the Georgia National Guard. Additional veteran employment opportunities and resources can be found at Operation Workforce.

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Free tax preparation for Georgia veterans

Georgia veterans with a household income of $58,000 or less can access free tax preparation on Tuesdays and Saturdays until April 12, 2014.

Tuesdays: 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Locations:

Fort McPherson

Atlanta VA Medical Center, 1670 Clairmont Rd.
Decatur, GA 30033

East Point CBOC, 1701 Hardee Ave., SW
Atlanta, GA 30310

NOTE: Friends and family members of veterans who meet the household income guidelines can also take advantage of the free tax preparation.

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Veteran organizations now eligible for federal surplus property

For Vets Act

The FOR VETS Act was signed into law on Aug. 9. As a result, the Georgia Department of Administrative Services is excited to announce that Veteran organizations are now eligible for federal surplus property. DOAS’ Surplus Property Division looks forward to doing its part to promote and support veterans needs in our local communities!

If you would like to apply to add your Veterans 5013c to the below list of eligible organizations, call DOAS at (404) 651-6413. Here is the application you’ll need.

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