Microsoft Software & Systems Academy (MSSA) provides transitioning service members and veterans with critical career skills required for today’s growing technology industry. MSSA-Jacksonville provides an 18-week (or two 9-week terms) training for high-demand careers in Cloud Application Development. Program graduates gain an interview for a full-time job at Microsoft or one of their hiring partners.
 
Please contact Shawn Lewis, MSSA Site Manager, at shawn.lewis.mssa@pgmsft.com or Kimberly Shaw, ERAU Campus Director - Jacksonville Campuses, at SHAWK6@erau.edu with any questions

Microsoft Software & Systems Academy (MSSA) provides transitioning service members and veterans with critical career skills required for today’s growing technology industry. MSSA-Jacksonville provides an 18-week (or two 9-week terms) training for high-demand careers in Cloud Application Development. Program graduates gain an interview for a full-time job at Microsoft or one of their hiring partners.
 
Please contact Shawn Lewis, MSSA Site Manager, at shawn.lewis.mssa@pgmsft.com or Kimberly Shaw, ERAU Campus Director - Jacksonville Campuses, at SHAWK6@erau.edu with any questions.

The City of Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Department, in coordination with Three Rivers Legal Services, Inc. (TRLS) and Equal Justice Works AmeriCorps, will host its free monthly legal consultation for veterans and their families.

Three Rivers Legal Services provides assistance with family Law (limited), social security/SSI, discharge review assistance, VA pensions, guardianship for disabled, unfair collections, last will and testament, and various other civil legal services.

The City of Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Department and Three Rivers Legal Services are dedicated to helping veterans and their families with their legal needs. If you would like to be considered for further assistance, applications for representation will be available.

The next Veterans Council of Duval County meeting will be on Tuesday, December 17th, 2019. The meeting will be held at American Legion Post 137 at 7:00 P.M.

Every year, the Jacksonville National Cemetery holds a ceremony in which wreaths are laid on the tombstones of our local heroes.

Join the City of Jacksonville in celebrating one of the oldest rivalries in college football!
 

The City of Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Department in partnership with the Jacksonville Public Library will be at the Charles Webb Wesconnett Library on the second Tuesday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Veterans can come speak with a Veteran Service Officer (VSO) at this local library with no appointment necessary!

Holiday Buffet – Seating is limited. Hear the captivating, rarely heard true story of Pearl Harbor presented by CAPT Ryman Shoaf, USN, Ret. Enjoy the company of the Ponte Vedra High Sharks for Heroes, Atlantic Coast Young Marines, and Christmas Shopping Opportunities from a wide variety of Silent Auction and Raffle Gifts. 

The Jacksonville Jaguars Military Appreciation Game will be on Sunday, December 1st at TIAA Bank Field. 

Operation New Uniform Graduation is an informal morning where our ONU veterans share their experiences from the program. Our guests, often successfully transitioned veterans and professionals committed to the success of veterans, join our ONU graduates as they discuss the experiences they have had, challenges they have overcome, and what they are doing now.

This is a great opportunity to connect with others in the community as well as see if graduates would be a good fit for any opportunities available in your company.

Operation New Uniform Class 33 Registration