9 Ways to Maximize a DirectEmployers Membership

by DirectEmployers Association | Feb 19, 2016 | Networking & Education, OFCCP Compliance, Recruitment Marketing

DirectEmployers Association’s status as a non-profit consortium puts us in a unique position. We get to offer unlimited products and services to our members for one annual membership fee–no extra line items here! Additionally, we love coming up with new ways to use...

DirectEmployers’ Commitment to Guard and Reserve Through ESGR

by DirectEmployers Association | Jul 21, 2015 | Networking & Education, OFCCP Compliance, Recruitment Marketing

If you’ve been to a local business, it’s likely you walked by a framed letter verifying the establishment’s commitment to the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). But what exactly is ESGR and why is it important for employers to support this initiative?...

Ingalls Shipbuilding’s Fast Track Foreman: Veteran Hiring Done Right

by Kacie Koons | Feb 18, 2015 | OFCCP Compliance, Recruitment Marketing

Already well known for its support in serving the U.S. Military’s warship needs for more than 75 years, DirectEmployers Member Ingalls Shipbuilding wanted to go one step further to assist veterans after their selfless dedication to serving their country. Due to an...

The Keys to Effective Outreach and “Positive” Recruitment as OFCCP Continues to Headhunt Contractors for Inadequate Outreach

by DE Compliance News | Jan 15, 2015 | OFCCP Compliance

The following post is a conversation between Candee Chambers and John C. Fox discussing effective outreach and recruitment for federal contractors. HAPPY NEW YEAR! Candee, what are your DE [DirectEmployers] Members doing to satisfy OFCCP that they have undertaken...

Connecting Members Through Partnerships

by DirectEmployers Association | Sep 11, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

When partnering with other organizations, we seek to provide meaningful results to both parties, as well as our Members. To-date, each of our partners have become trusted allies, helping us to achieve our goals as an Association while increasing our reach. One...

OFCCP Announces Final Rules for Updated Requirements of Section 4212 and 503

by DirectEmployers Association | Aug 27, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

Back in late April of 2011, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). Then, in December, another NPRM was issued...

DirectEmployers’ Veteran Outreach More Than Just a Crosswalk

by DirectEmployers Association | Jun 7, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

More than 140,0000 searches containing the phrase “veterans jobs” are conducted on Google, Yahoo and Bing each month, with veterans and military servicemembers nationwide seeking employment for themselves and family living on or near military bases. Many employers...

Despite Present Barriers, Military Experience Positively Impacts Current and Future Career Path

by DirectEmployers Association | Nov 30, 2012 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

Although employers are trying to improve translating military skills to their civilian jobs, veterans frequently face hurdles around required degrees, certifications and licensures despite their experience in the field and military training. The Daily Show with Jon...

Understanding SEO for Job Postings

by DirectEmployers Association | Jul 30, 2012 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

SEO or search engine optimization is not just a buzzword or fad that’s changing at any point in time. The facts are that almost every computer user frequents either Google or Bing each day, and if your websites are not being properly optimized and indexed you could be...

Honored for Commitment to Military Spouses and Veterans Seeking Employment

by DirectEmployers Association | Feb 1, 2012 | Press Release

DirectEmployers Association’s Executive Director Honored for Dedication to Helping Military Families and Veterans Reenter the Workforce INDIANAPOLIS, February 1, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Now, more than ever, it’s important to recognize those who have...