NVTI Resources

With so many available resources, sometimes it can be a challenge to determine what resources are most appropriate for your needs. Below we have aggregated, vetted, and described a list of helpful resources that you may refer to during your work.

JVSG Grantee Resources

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Grant Closeout for Grant Recipients
In this webinar, Grant Officer Kia Mason, and Grant Management Specialist Tamara Holland, explain what Grant Closeout is, systems used for Closeout, Closeout responsibilities and timelines, and preparing for Closeout. They also discuss the Closeout Package, including forms, common delays during Closeout, and post-closeout responsibilities.

You may also download a PDF copy of the slide deck.

JVSG Listening Session: KPMG’s 2025 Tips for Avoiding Audit Findings
JVSG Listening Session with KPMG (DOL/VETS Partners): Since 2021, VETS has contracted with KPMG to audit grant recipients for expenditures charged to the grant. In this session, KPMG provides annual training to JVSG recipients to discuss the most common findings and offer ways that states can enhance their policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance, GAO Standards, applicable law, and the terms and conditions of the grant. This video was not created by NVTI. It is hosted with permission from DOL VETS. Questions regarding the content should be directed to [email protected].

This webinar is accompanied by a PDF copy of the slide deck.

The AJC Intake Process

In this microlearning, learn about the AJC intake process and how to use the DVOP Eligibility Screening Tool to determine if a veteran is eligible for DVOP specialist services. It is important to note that the DVOP Eligibility Screening Tool reviewed in this microlearning is a suggested template and some states may have their own templates and forms. Always follow the direction of your state or region.

You may access the following items by clicking on the titles that follow: DVOP Eligibility Flowchart (English) DVOP Eligibility Flowchart (Spanish); and a SAMPLE DVOP Eligibility Screening Tool: PDF file (English) PDF file (Spanish) or editable Word document.

So, You’re Being Audited: JVSG Program Audits

In this video, So, You’re Being Audited: JVSG Program Audits, NVTI’s Dan Griffiths presents how to navigate Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) Roles and Responsibilities Audits. Viewers will learn about and understand the triennial, or three-year, audit cycle for the JVSG program, its framework, and various supporting elements. Background information will include the relevant legal guidance applicable for this effort. The video also examines the four phases of the audit process, as well as the tool developed by DOL VETS to be used during the implementation of oversight responsibilities. Finally, viewers will gain an understanding of Areas of Concern and Findings that will need to be addressed by State Workforce Agencies, or SWAs.

JVSG Promising Practices Listening Session
In this webinar, five states presented the lessons learned and promising practices that contributed to their improved performance in Program Year 2020. The event included a facilitated discussion where states asked questions and got answers from their colleagues across the nation.

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