Military Spouse Program
| Type | Program |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Organization | Office of Human Resources Management |
| Top Organization | Department of Agriculture |
| Creation Legislation | Not applicable, departmental initiative |
| Website | Website |
| Purpose | The Military Spouse Program by USDA is designed to empower military spouses by offering career opportunities in agriculture, providing them with employment assistance, education, and resources to navigate the unique challenges of military life. It aims to enhance the employability and career progression of military spouses within USDA agencies. |
| Program Start | Not specified, but part of broader efforts for military families |
| Initial Funding | Integrated into USDA's human resources budget |
| Duration | Ongoing |
| Historic | Yes |
The Military Spouse Program (MSP) at USDA seeks to support military spouses by providing career development, employment opportunities, and resources tailored to their needs. It focuses on leveraging the skills and experiences of military spouses to contribute to USDA's mission while accommodating the mobility and lifestyle associated with military service.
Goals
- Facilitate employment for military spouses within USDA agencies.
- Provide career development resources and education to support job retention and advancement.
- Promote an inclusive workplace that values the contributions of military spouses.
- Enhance community and cultural awareness to support military spouse integration.
Organization
The program is part of USDA's Office of Human Resources Management, specifically under the Veterans and Employment Program Office. Leadership for this initiative is generally handled by the Military Spouse Program Coordinator or similar roles within USDA. Funding for the program is included in USDA's overall human resources budget allocation.
History
While exact inception dates for the Military Spouse Program within USDA are not clearly specified, it's part of broader USDA efforts to support veterans and military families, which gained momentum around the time of the Yellow Ribbon Program involvement and USDA's commitment to hiring National Guard and Reserve members. The program has evolved to include more comprehensive support for military spouses, aligning with USDA's mission areas.
Funding
The Military Spouse Program does not have separately announced funding but is part of the USDA's operational and recruitment budget, which supports various employment and career development initiatives.
Implementation
Implementation strategies include:
- Employment assistance through USDA mission areas to find suitable roles.
- Educational programs to raise awareness of military spouse resources within USDA.
- Organizing events and fostering a supportive community for military spouses.
- There is no defined end date; it's an ongoing part of USDA's commitment to military families.
Related
External links
References
"Military Spouses". https://www.usda.gov/our-agency/staff-offices/office-human-resources-management/veterans-and-employment/military-spouses. "Veterans and Employment". https://www.usda.gov/veterans.