Veteran Resources

Employment

The City of El Paso is a Veteran-Friendly employer dedicated to providing military-specific opportunities. This page provides resources and information for veterans and active-duty service members seeking employment.

Find which job a good match with this Military Skills Translator using your MOS/Job Title.

 See Job Openings at the City of El Paso

The Bridge

The Bridge is a fellowship launched by the City of El Paso in partnership with Fort Bliss to help military service members transition into successful post-military careers.

To learn more about The Bridge, view this brochure. If interested in applying to The Bridge, read this letter of interest.

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  • El Paso Center for Children - The El Paso Center for Children is available to all families throughout the El Paso County with customized programs and local resources that meet their expressed needs.
    (915) 565-8361
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  • YWCA - Military Support - The U.S. Army partnered with the YWCA El Paso Del Norte Region to provide families a safe environment for their children and in the care of well-trained professionals.
    (915) 519-0000
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  • Mi Casa Children's Care Center - The Mi Casa center provides a healthy, safe learning environment through the YMCA El Paso.
    (915) 519-0107

FT. Bliss Transition Assistance Program

TAP provides information and training to ensure transitioning Soldiers, Department of the Army (DA) Civilians, Retirees, Soldiers’ Family members and Caregivers are prepared for their next step in life - whether pursuing additional education, finding a job in the public or private sector, or starting their own business

Bldg. 503, Pershing Road, Fort Bliss, Texas, 79906
(915) 568-7996
(915) 568-3870
(915) 568-1452
(915) 568-7679

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Child Care Aware of America
Child Care Aware® of America (CCAoA) works with a national network of more than 400 child care resource and referral (CCR&Rs) agencies and other partners to ensure that all families have access to quality, affordable child care.

1 (800) 424-2246
[email protected]

Visit ChildCareAware.org

Texas Veterans Commission

The Texas Veterans Commission takes a comprehensive approach through one-on-one job coaching, interview skills, and resume development. Utilizing local community resources, partnerships, and an action step plan to assist the veteran in gaining meaningful employment.

(512) 463-6564
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Texas Workforce Commission

Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is the state agency charged with overseeing and providing workforce development services to employers and job seekers of Texas. By focusing on the needs of employers, TWC gives Texas the competitive edge necessary to draw business here.

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Workforce Solutions - Borderplex

Workforce Solutions Borderplex, in collaboration with the military support job seekers in transition from soldier to civilian.

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Guide to Personal Financial Support for Veterans

Learning the necessary skills to keep your finances intact after your military service can help ease you into civilian life.

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Hiring Our Heroes

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Hiring Our Heroes initiative launched in March 2011 as a nationwide effort to connect veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses with meaningful employment opportunities.

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Employer Support of the Guard & Reserves (ESGR)

ESGR fosters a culture in which all employers support and value the employment and military service of members of the National Guard and Reserve in the United States.

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Veterans’ Guide to Job Hunting in the Civilian Market 

This guide will provide veterans with essential insights to help you navigate the transition to the civilian job market and land a meaningful career.

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Housing Support for Veterans: VA Mortgages, Benefits & Assistance 

Whether you are a renter, plan to buy a home or need housing assistance due to a disability, this guide can help you identify what type of mortgage help you may be able to receive.

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