VEVRAA Mandatory Job Listings
Support VEVRAA mandatory job listing obligations by distributing covered openings to appropriate state workforce systems and Employment Service Delivery System (ESDS) locations across multiple hiring markets.
For employers hiring across multiple states, navigating state-specific employment requirements can create complex compliance and recruitment workflows. DirectEmployers helps federal contractors and other multi-state employers manage job posting and distribution requirements, connect openings with appropriate state workforce systems, and expand recruitment through trusted state, national, and community partners. Scalable solutions support HR, talent acquisition, and compliance teams managing hiring activity across all 50 states and U.S. territories.
Navigate state-specific job posting, distribution, recruitment, and outreach requirements with scalable solutions designed for employers hiring across multiple states.
Support VEVRAA mandatory job listing obligations by distributing covered openings to appropriate state workforce systems and Employment Service Delivery System (ESDS) locations across multiple hiring markets.
Connect open positions with the National Labor Exchange (NLx), a nationwide network that links employers with state workforce agencies and public employment systems to expand job visibility across multiple hiring markets.
Distribute job openings across trusted recruitment channels to expand candidate reach, streamline multi-state posting workflows, and reduce manual posting work for HR compliance and talent acquisition teams.
Access mandatory job listing support, veteran outreach resources, compliance education, and tools that help federal contractors meet VEVRAA requirements and document their efforts.
Strengthen Section 503 outreach and recruitment efforts with practical resources, program feedback, and guidance related to disability employment and accessible recruitment practices.
Build and manage relationships with carefully vetted veteran, disability, community, and other recruitment partners to support organized outreach, strengthen talent pipelines, and expand access to qualified candidates.
DirectEmployers Association helps employers streamline job distribution, federal contractor compliance, and workforce agency connections at scale. Through trusted state workforce relationships, the National Labor Exchange (NLx), and knowledgeable member support, employers can improve consistency, strengthen documentation, and manage recruitment workflows across complex multi-state hiring environments.
Leading employers rely on DirectEmployers Association for scalable compliance support and trusted job distribution.
"The member support team at DirectEmployers Association has been outstanding. They're patient and let us learn at our own speed. I find the training and demonstrations have been easily followed and comprehensive, guiding us through the platform effectively. The initial setup was turn key. DirectEmployers Association is much more capable..."
"My company switched over to DirectEmployers a little over a year ago and it has been one of our best moves yet! As Federal Contractors we must adhere to a plethora of compliance regulations and this platform allows us to do so with ease. Also they have extraordinary webinars! The..."
"I like the simplicity of DirectEmployers Association and how it lets me take a hands-off approach once everything is set up. The account managers are engaged and willing to help whenever needed. The initial setup was very simple, and I really appreciate these aspects of the service."
"We have had the best transition experience ever. Everyone on the team was amazing and made it as seamless as possible. We have our crossposting set up and are notified if something seems off. We have access to all of our outreach and reporting efforts and the platform is incredibly..."
"What I like best is the peace of mind that comes from their deep expertise in VEVRAA and Section 503 regulations. They don't just provide a platform; they provide guidance, ensuring our job feeds are distributed to the required state and federal job boards correctly and efficiently. This expertise, combined..."
"I appreciate the strong partnership DirectEmployers Association provides for navigating a complex and evolving compliance landscape. Their tools and resources are invaluable for operationalizing compliance, helping to significantly reduce risk and providing confidence that compliance requirements are being met."
"What I appreciate most about DirectEmployers Association is their strong commitment to supporting employers through innovative compliance and recruitment solutions. The team is knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in helping members succeed."
"I love the fact that DirectEmployers Association is constantly checking in on us without micromanagement. They genuinely reach out to ask how they can help, whether we need new training, or if there's anything else they can do for us. It's refreshing compared to the typical sales calls, as they..."
"I rely on DirectEmployers Association to handle OFCCP compliance and manage outreach through tools like PRM and the partner library, which saves me from having to oversee these tasks directly. I like the collaboration and analytics features that help me view job performance effectively. Initial setup was very easy."
"I really appreciate DirectEmployers Association for their great customer service. They are always willing to train and go the extra mile for us. Also, when we reach out for a partnership and don't get a response, they investigate to update the appropriate contacts in their system and provide other options..."
"I've worked with DirectEmployers at several companies now, and each time we renew or bring them on and have a chance to review competitors, there's just no other entity that can do what they do to the extent that they do it. "
"Great Sourcing Options and a Standout Yearly Conference"
"Effortless Job Posting Reach with DirectEmployers"
"DirectEmployers Has an Incredibly Helpful Team"
"Streamlined Diverse Hiring with Excellent Support"
"Proactive and Effective Compliance Tool"
"The member support team at DirectEmployers Association has been outstanding. They're patient and let us learn at our own speed. I find the training and demonstrations have been easily followed and comprehensive, guiding us through the platform effectively. The initial setup was turn key. DirectEmployers Association is much more capable..."
"My company switched over to DirectEmployers a little over a year ago and it has been one of our best moves yet! As Federal Contractors we must adhere to a plethora of compliance regulations and this platform allows us to do so with ease. Also they have extraordinary webinars! The..."
"I like the simplicity of DirectEmployers Association and how it lets me take a hands-off approach once everything is set up. The account managers are engaged and willing to help whenever needed. The initial setup was very simple, and I really appreciate these aspects of the service."
"We have had the best transition experience ever. Everyone on the team was amazing and made it as seamless as possible. We have our crossposting set up and are notified if something seems off. We have access to all of our outreach and reporting efforts and the platform is incredibly..."
"What I like best is the peace of mind that comes from their deep expertise in VEVRAA and Section 503 regulations. They don't just provide a platform; they provide guidance, ensuring our job feeds are distributed to the required state and federal job boards correctly and efficiently. This expertise, combined..."
"I appreciate the strong partnership DirectEmployers Association provides for navigating a complex and evolving compliance landscape. Their tools and resources are invaluable for operationalizing compliance, helping to significantly reduce risk and providing confidence that compliance requirements are being met."
"What I appreciate most about DirectEmployers Association is their strong commitment to supporting employers through innovative compliance and recruitment solutions. The team is knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in helping members succeed."
"I love the fact that DirectEmployers Association is constantly checking in on us without micromanagement. They genuinely reach out to ask how they can help, whether we need new training, or if there's anything else they can do for us. It's refreshing compared to the typical sales calls, as they..."
"I rely on DirectEmployers Association to handle OFCCP compliance and manage outreach through tools like PRM and the partner library, which saves me from having to oversee these tasks directly. I like the collaboration and analytics features that help me view job performance effectively. Initial setup was very easy."
"I really appreciate DirectEmployers Association for their great customer service. They are always willing to train and go the extra mile for us. Also, when we reach out for a partnership and don't get a response, they investigate to update the appropriate contacts in their system and provide other options..."
"I've worked with DirectEmployers at several companies now, and each time we renew or bring them on and have a chance to review competitors, there's just no other entity that can do what they do to the extent that they do it. "
"Great Sourcing Options and a Standout Yearly Conference"
"Effortless Job Posting Reach with DirectEmployers"
"DirectEmployers Has an Incredibly Helpful Team"
"Streamlined Diverse Hiring with Excellent Support"
"Proactive and Effective Compliance Tool"
"The member support team at DirectEmployers Association has been outstanding. They're patient and let us learn at our own speed. I find the training and demonstrations have been easily followed and comprehensive, guiding us through the platform effectively. The initial setup was turn key. DirectEmployers Association is much more capable..."
"My company switched over to DirectEmployers a little over a year ago and it has been one of our best moves yet! As Federal Contractors we must adhere to a plethora of compliance regulations and this platform allows us to do so with ease. Also they have extraordinary webinars! The..."
"I like the simplicity of DirectEmployers Association and how it lets me take a hands-off approach once everything is set up. The account managers are engaged and willing to help whenever needed. The initial setup was very simple, and I really appreciate these aspects of the service."
"We have had the best transition experience ever. Everyone on the team was amazing and made it as seamless as possible. We have our crossposting set up and are notified if something seems off. We have access to all of our outreach and reporting efforts and the platform is incredibly..."
"What I like best is the peace of mind that comes from their deep expertise in VEVRAA and Section 503 regulations. They don't just provide a platform; they provide guidance, ensuring our job feeds are distributed to the required state and federal job boards correctly and efficiently. This expertise, combined..."
"I appreciate the strong partnership DirectEmployers Association provides for navigating a complex and evolving compliance landscape. Their tools and resources are invaluable for operationalizing compliance, helping to significantly reduce risk and providing confidence that compliance requirements are being met."
"What I appreciate most about DirectEmployers Association is their strong commitment to supporting employers through innovative compliance and recruitment solutions. The team is knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in helping members succeed."
"I love the fact that DirectEmployers Association is constantly checking in on us without micromanagement. They genuinely reach out to ask how they can help, whether we need new training, or if there's anything else they can do for us. It's refreshing compared to the typical sales calls, as they..."
"I rely on DirectEmployers Association to handle OFCCP compliance and manage outreach through tools like PRM and the partner library, which saves me from having to oversee these tasks directly. I like the collaboration and analytics features that help me view job performance effectively. Initial setup was very easy."
"I really appreciate DirectEmployers Association for their great customer service. They are always willing to train and go the extra mile for us. Also, when we reach out for a partnership and don't get a response, they investigate to update the appropriate contacts in their system and provide other options..."
"I've worked with DirectEmployers at several companies now, and each time we renew or bring them on and have a chance to review competitors, there's just no other entity that can do what they do to the extent that they do it. "
"Great Sourcing Options and a Standout Yearly Conference"
"Effortless Job Posting Reach with DirectEmployers"
"DirectEmployers Has an Incredibly Helpful Team"
"Streamlined Diverse Hiring with Excellent Support"
"Proactive and Effective Compliance Tool"
DirectEmployers Association combines compliance expertise, employer ownership, and trusted nationwide partnerships.
Member-owned nonprofit structure keeps solutions aligned with employer needs, not vendor profit goals.
Over 20 years as an OFCCP compliance authority for federal contractors nationwide.
Signed agreements with job banks across all 50 states and U.S. territories.
Members receive expert guidance, training, and support without an automated help desk barrier.
Experienced compliance, technology, and inclusion leaders.
VP, Membership Development
AJ Selvey is Vice President of Membership Development at DirectEmployers Association, where he leads the Membership Development, Member Engagement, and Quality Assurance teams. Since joining the Association in 2010, he has drawn on more than 20 years of experience in recruitment, staffing, sales, compliance, and human capital management to guide Members and prospects. His expertise includes job listing syndication, veteran recruitment, search and mobile optimization, recruiting technology, and VEVRAA and Section 503 compliance. AJ holds a BA from Hanover College. Outside work, he enjoys time with his wife and four daughters, cheering from the soccer sidelines, and golfing.
Regional VP, Membership Development
Dee Anne Faller is Regional Vice President of Membership Development at DirectEmployers Association, where she has served Members since 2007. She helps employers strengthen recruitment strategies, streamline processes, and address VEVRAA and Section 503 compliance through collaboration and practical tools. Before joining DirectEmployers, Dee Anne was a project manager at RenoSys Corporation and helped build her family’s women-owned Handyman Connection franchise, managing 15 contractors. She holds a BA in General Studies from IUPUI and a human resources certificate from Purdue University. Outside work, she enjoys renovation projects, including mudding, taping, sanding, and demolition.
Regional VP, Membership Development
Greg Clements is Regional Vice President of Membership Development at DirectEmployers Association, where he has spent 14 years helping Members strengthen recruitment and compliance strategies. Drawing on his knowledge of VEVRAA and Section 503 regulations, Greg advises employers on lowering cost per hire, improving recruitment through search and mobile solutions, and using reporting tools to support OFCCP compliance. Raised in a rural farming community, he brings a strong work ethic and practical, service-focused approach to every relationship. Greg takes pride in ensuring Members receive attentive support, achieve their goals, and have solutions that make their work more efficient.
Regional VP, Membership Development
Callie Gable is Regional Vice President of Membership Development at DirectEmployers Association, where she helps Members maximize their membership and navigate federal contractor obligations. Her background spans sales, operations, digital recruitment marketing, employer branding, healthcare recruiting, and medical practice management, where she led up to 50 employees. She also contributed to a SaaS startup pilot with the Washington State Department of Labor. Callie holds degrees in business administration and communications from Indiana Wesleyan University. Outside work, she enjoys time with her husband and three daughters and sharing her lifelong love of horseback riding with them.
Regional VP, Membership Development
Neil Donovan is Regional Vice President of Membership Development at DirectEmployers Association. He advises Members across industries on VEVRAA and Section 503 outreach, recruitment compliance, and strategies for expanding the reach of their employment opportunities online. Neil brings more than 20 years of internet recruitment experience, including seven and a half years with DirectEmployers subsidiary Recruit Rooster. His guidance helps organizations connect recruitment goals with solutions tailored to their needs. Outside work, Neil enjoys time with his daughter, attending IU, Colts, Pacers, Notre Dame, and Cubs games, and watching historical and true-crime documentaries.
Disability & Community Outreach Specialist
Michelle Krefft, M.S. is the Disability & Community Outreach Specialist at DirectEmployers Association. In this role, she works within the Strategic Partnerships team to build relationships with disability organizations that can support DirectEmployers Members looking to advance disability employment outcomes internally and conduct outreach for OFCCP compliance purposes. She is also available to help educate DirectEmployers Members on how they can work with Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) counselors nationwide to promote diversity and inclusion within their organizations for better recruitment and retention of individuals with disabilities. She brings 24 years of experience to her role with DirectEmployers, having spent the entirety of her time with Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services where she held various titles ranging from Career Counselor to Bureau Chief of Business Engagement. She was also a National Employment Team (NET) point of contact with the Council of State Administrator Vocational Rehabilitation (CSAVR) for 18 years. Through these roles, she was able to help employers become disability friendly workplaces and assisted in the placement of qualified applicants in roles within these inclusive organizations. She also built the business engagement division, developing policies and procedures, conducting hiring and training, and more. Michelle holds a Masters of Science Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Drake University and is a Certified ADA Coordinator. Advancing her skills and certifications, she graduated from NRLI (National Rehabilitation Leadership Institute) in 2022 and received the National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) Job placement professional of the year award. In addition, she served as the disability subject matter expert on the Greater Des Moines Partnership Inclusion Council for 16 years. In her free time, she can be found at the gym, shopping, or having coffee with friends. Her and her husband share a joy of traveling, taking many mini trips stateside, with one, exciting international trip each year. She is also a proud mother, with a son soon to enter medical school.
State employment laws vary by jurisdiction and may address pay transparency, leave, wage and hour, workplace notices, recordkeeping, and other employment practices. DirectEmployers does not provide comprehensive state-law compliance services. Its solutions support multi-state hiring through state job bank distribution and tools related to VEVRAA mandatory job listing, outreach, documentation, and recordkeeping.
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