City of Virginia Beach

Good jobs change lives, and all workers—including those with disabilities—deserve an opportunity to succeed in meaningful employment. In observance of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re shining a spotlight on DHS’ Community Employment Options (CEO). With support from CEO services, Virginia Beach residents with disabilities can identify career paths and maintain long-term employment. If you or someone you know could benefit from CEO services, call 757-385-0615. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4dZCzjn

Don't miss the opportunity to network with City departments, other government entities, contractors and more at the City of Virginia Beach - Minority Business Council’s 25th annual Conference and Expo, 1-5 p.m. on Nov. 7 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. The event is free and open to the public. Register online at https://bit.ly/4hmwu3h. Read more: https://bit.ly/4ff7XLM

The Departments of Emergency Communications and Citizen Services (ECCS) and EMS are looking for their next Public Safety Clinical Coordinator. Apply now!

REMINDER: Business owners are invited to share their experiences with City contracting. If you were not able to attend the in-person meetings, join the virtual meeting via Zoom from noon to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 16. Your insights will help the City continue to improve its efforts to increase contracting opportunities for small-, women-, minority- and veteran-owned businesses. Read more at https://lnkd.in/ez4XGUh3.

Tomorrow is the Day! 🎉 Join us at the Virginia Beach Convention Center Tuesday, October 15, 2024 from Noon to 6 PM. This is your chance to connect directly with department representatives, explore the services we offer, and learn about current and future job openings. Explore a variety of career opportunities in fields like trade, clinical, nursing, engineering, administrative support, financial, customer service, technical, recreational, public safety, and more! To pre-register for the event (optional) please visit https://lnkd.in/gwbN-gCW . Walk-ins are also welcome! Don’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your career with the City of Virginia Beach! We can’t wait to see you there! #VirginiaBeachCareerFair #JobOpportunities

Calling job seekers! Grab this once-a-year opportunity to speak with representatives from many City departments as you navigate jobhunting. Join the City of Virginia Beach’s third annual Career Fair from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15 on the second floor of the Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St. Read more at https://bit.ly/4eCUj5e.

Learn about our EMS System and receive practical training at Virginia Beach EMS' Citizen Academy! Participants will learn about CPR, bleeding control, modern paramedic skills and training methods and more during the free program. The EMS Citizens Academy will begin Jan. 8, 2025, and will be 6-9 p.m. every Wednesday night for six weeks at The Bruce W. Edwards VBEMS Headquarters and Training Center, 4160 Virginia Beach Blvd. Read more at https://bit.ly/3ZRt9mC.

Nominations for the Mayor’s Committee for Persons with Disabilities’ 2024 annual awards are now open. The awards recognize individuals, businesses and service organizations that have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to improving and enriching the lives of of Virginia Beach citizens who have disabilities. Submit nominations by Nov. 30. For more info on submitting a nomination application, visit https://bit.ly/47RPhz4.

REMINDER: Share your insights with municipal contracting at one of three meetings in October and help the City continue to improve its efforts in increasing contracting opportunities for small-, women-, minority- and veteran-owned businesses. The first meeting is on Oct. 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at The HIVE, 140 Independence Blvd. Read more at https://bit.ly/3XFrdLb.

ICYMI: Virginia Beach’s Flood Protection Program is driving citywide innovation. Beyond essential infrastructure upgrades, the program has introduced new tools, processes, and coordination efforts that are benefiting other city improvement projects. Learn how these advancements are enhancing efficiency and delivering value beyond flood protection in the latest blog: https://bit.ly/3ZF9MwS.