Annapolis, MD (March 21, 2025) – On Thursday, March 20, 2025, Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation (AAWDC), in partnership with County Executive Steuart Pittman, hosted a hiring event in response to recent federal layoffs.
The hiring event connected former and current federal government workers with job opportunities at county and state agencies, private sector businesses, and resources to assist them in their career transition. The event featured over 50 different employers, and saw almost 400 attendees, demonstrating the clear need to help our federal workforce find new opportunities.
“Our AAWDC team did an outstanding job of bringing our talented federal workers together with local employers,” said County Executive Pittman. “As our federal workers deal with uncertainty and mass layoffs led by the Trump administration, Anne Arundel County is committed to supporting those who have served our nation.”
“Being able to be in the community and see the positive impact our work has on people is extremely rewarding,“ said Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation President and CEO Kirkland J. Murray. “I look forward to continuing to foster and nurture our relationship with Anne Arundel County and provide the necessary resources and support to federal employees so they can continue to thrive in their careers.”
Beginning in April, AAWDC will be holding a five-part workshop series to help federal employees confidently navigate their next career move. The workshops will cover managing stress during change, identifying career goals, crafting a successful resume, developing an action plan, and mastering self-marketing strategies. Individuals can click here to view the list of workshops and register for each workshop at the links below.
- April 10th: Federal Employee Series: Managing Stress and Emotion During Change
- April 17th: Federal Employee Series: Identifying your Career Goals and Values
- April 24th: Federal Employee Series: Crafting a Resume for the Private Sector
- May 1st: Federal Employee Series: Developing a Comprehensive Action Plan
- May 8th: Federal Employee Series: Key Self-Marketing Strategies for Career Success
AAWDC has also created a dedicated job board for federal workers to find jobs that match their skill sets, and plans to announce the county’s next hiring event soon. Individuals looking for a job with Anne Arundel County Government can click here to view a full list of job openings with the county. The Anne Arundel County Office of Personnel is dedicated to ensuring federal employees can easily apply for open Anne Arundel County Government positions and is focused on expediting the employment application process for federal workers.
In addition to connecting federal workers to new job opportunities, Anne Arundel County is supporting federal workers and their families with a variety of resources, available online at aacounty.org/federal-employee-assistance.
- The Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation can support individuals who are interested in starting their own business in the county.
- Arundel Community Development Services, Inc. (ACDS) can provide free counseling to former federal employees if their ability to pay their mortgage is affected. Additionally, ACDS has limited financial assistance for low- and moderate-income renters who are behind and facing eviction.
- The Mental Health Agency’s “Community Warmline” is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide support to impacted individuals. Individuals can call 410-768-5522 to speak with a counselor to be connected to the resources they need.
- The Office of Transportation operates a variety of fare free fixed route and on-demand transit services throughout the county, which residents can use to help alleviate costs associated with transportation to interviews or appointments.
