Resources for Impacted Federal Workers
If you are impacted by the Federal government workforce transition, Virginia stands ready to support you. The Commonwealth’s agencies and partners work together to provide every Virginian the resources needed for each step of your journey visit VirginiaHasJobs.com.
Applying for Unemployment Benefits
- The Virginia Employment Commission has a variety of tools to make it easy for you to apply online for unemployment insurance. To learn about unemployment resources for former federal workers, visit this page.
- Before you apply for unemployment insurance benefits, review the benefits eligibility requirements and step-by-step application video on VEC’s website at www.vec.virginia.gov.
- If you believe you qualify for benefits, apply online using ID.me, an identity verification tool, through VEC's Customer Self-Service. Have your driver’s license or government-issued ID handy.
Unable to apply online?
If you are unable to apply online, you may also call VEC’s Customer Contact Center at 1-866-832-2363.
Preparing for a Job Search
Virginia Works, the Commonwealth’s workforce development agency, helps Virginians navigate career transitions and find the best job for them. The agency provides access to a suite of tools and resources to support every jobseeker’s career navigation and job search needs.
Online
- Visit this Virginia Works page for a summary of resources, including resume tips & tricks.
- The Job Seekers’ Toolkit at https://www.virginiaworks.gov/job-seekers/ includes a wealth of labor market information, interview tips and tricks, and a career resource guide.
In Person
You can receive free job search support, resume and cover letter review, and interview prep – as well as accessing training support and other educational opportunities for those who qualify – by visiting any of dozens of locally-administered Virginia Career Works center across the Commonwealth. You can find the location closest to you by visiting www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/AmericanJobCenters/find-american-job-centers.aspx
Virginia State Government Career Opportunities
If you want to consider opportunities to work for Virginia, our Commonwealth has career opportunities in a broad variety of fields, with locations statewide. Visit https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/ to search for a mission-focused opportunity that works for you.
Considering your Healthcare Coverage Options
Individuals who experience a change in life circumstance outside of Open Enrollment may be eligible for a 60-day Special Enrollment Period to apply for health insurance through Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace, as well as financial assistance. For more information, visit www.EnrollVA.org.
You can find more information by visiting Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace | Virginia Health Benefit Exchange and request assistance by visiting Marketplace Help Center | Virginia's Insurance Marketplace.
Exploring Opportunities to Reskill or Upskill
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) offers a variety of credentials along with programs that you may be eligible for that can provide financial assistance, like G3, FastForward, and more. Visit vccs.edu for more information and tools to help determine whether these programs may be right for you.