Soldier for Life-Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP)

Mission: To provide assistance, identify employment opportunities, and facilitate understanding of benefits and entitlements for those transitioning from military service.

Location, Hours, and Contact Information

Soldier Support Center
Building 3400, Room 126
1401 B Ave
Fort Lee, VA 23801-1724

Hours:
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed federal holidays)

Phone: (804) 734-6612; DSN: 687
Fax: (804) 734-6603; DSN: 687
Email the Fort Lee Soldier for Life-Transition Assistance Program

Description:The Fort Lee Soldier for Life-Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP) coordinates the spectrum of transition services available to Soldiers, Department of the Army Civilian employees subject to a reduction-in-force, and eligible Family members.

Job Fairs and Hiring Events

SFL-TAP coordinates local job fairs and hiring events for transitioning service members and veterans.

For nationwide job fairs, visit the links below:

Transition Classes

SFL-TAP also offers the following classes that ease the transition from military service into civilian life and employment:

Department of Labor Employment Workshops
During this three-day class, participants draft resumes, prepare for job interviews, learn how to dress for success, increase their networking skills, discover effective job search techniques, and translate their military specialties into civilian skills.

Veterans Affairs (VA) Class
During this eight-hour class, participants learn how to apply for VA education and individual medical benefits, understand the disability compensation process, and hear about the VA's home loan program, life insurance, health care services, and employment resources.

Small Business Administration Workshops
During this two-day class, participants receive a step-by-step guide to start a business. Topics include how to write an effective business plan, choose an appropriate legal structure, purchase business insurance, obtain a loan, design a website, build a successul marketing and sales plan, and manage the records.

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Last Updated: 3/6/2015 4:38:08 PM

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