Department of Family Services - Employment and Training

CONTACT INFORMATION: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
703-533-5400 TTY 711
Virginia Career Works – Fairfax Annandale Center - 7611 Little River Turnpike (West Wing) Suite 300W
Annandale, VA 22003
Lisa Tatum
Director

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Employment Services for Federal Workers and Contractors

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Fairfax County is home to thousands of federal workers and contractors affected by workforce reductions. If you have been impacted by these changes, this page provides resources to support you and your family during your career transition. New resources will be added to address evolving needs.

State and Local Resources

  • View a complete listing of Fairfax County resources for residents affected by federal workforce actions.
  • Learn more about Virginia state resources for impacted federal workers. 

Upcoming Event: Redefine Your Path: From Federal Expertise to Local Impact

Discover why your federal experience is a valuable asset in local government through our 3-part webinar series for federal workers and contractors. The first webinar on February 3, 2026 features professionals in Accounting, Finance, Contracting, and Procurement. Learn more and register.


Employment Resources

Employment transitions can feel overwhelming. Fairfax County Employment Services ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠offers many resources to help federal workers and contractors explore new opportunities and advance their careers. From starting your initial job search to securing the spot with a strong interview, we are here to support you through your next step and beyond.

Job seekers can access various resources and services through our career centers.

Services include: 

  • Career exploration services
  • Resume writing and interviewing assistance
  • Labor market review
  • Career assessments

Eligible federal dislocated workers and contractors also have access to workforce development services to support their career transitions through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Supports include individualized career coaching, occupational training, job development, and more.

Additional resources are currently available through Talent Up Northern Virginia and Rapid Response funding to help federal dislocated workers enrolled in WIOA accelerate their career opportunities. 

If you are a federal worker or contractor affected by recent federal workforce actions, complete an interest form and a staff member will contact you to share more information.
 

Redefine Your Path – From Federal Expertise to Local Impact

Join professionals from various career paths as they share information for affected federal employees and contractors on making the move to local government employment. Sessions will be held virtually once a month and focus on specific career tracks.

Finance, Accounting, Contracting, and Procurement
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
10 – 11:30 a.m.
Virtual

Discover why your federal government and contracting experience is a valuable asset in local government. Join professionals in Accounting, Finance, Contracting, and Procurement as they share practical insights and highlight the advantages of making local government the next step in your career. Learn more and register. 

Information Technology (coming soon) 
Program Analysis and Human Resources (coming soon)

Register for our newsletter or check back soon for registration information and details.

Crafting Your Next Chapter Through Federal Workforce Change 

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 
12 –1:15 p.m. 
Virtual

The Department of Family Services - Employment Services, United Community and FedsFoward, will facilitate a workshop designed to help our federal workers and contractors navigate shifting their federal landscapes with clarity and confidence. This workshop identifies new opportunities, strengthens one’s professional voice and shapes the next chapter in their career. Register here.

Future Foward: Federal Talent Transition Career Fair

Thursday, February 26, 2026
1:00-4:00 p.m.
Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA 22035

Meet with employers hiring for positions in IT, Project Management, and Program Analysis, attend workshops to support your job search, and hear about programs specifically designed to support affected federal employees and government contractors. Registration opening soon.

Check out a full list of events provided by Fairfax County Employment Services.

Getting your Federal Resume Ready for a Career Outside the Federal Government

This webinar shares crucial tips for updating your federal resume for a career outside the federal government. Use these strategies to make your experience relevant and appealing to non-federal employers across public and private sectors.

Financial Resilience After Federal Layoffs: Budgeting

Fairfax County Department of Family Services – Public Assistance and Employment Services hosted a virtual workshop facilitated by Rodney Francisque with John Marshall Bank. This workshop provides financial strategies to navigate employment transitions and manage budgets effectively.

Financial Resilience After Federal Layoffs: Pension and Retirement Planning

Fairfax County Department of Family Services – Public Assistance and Employment Services hosted a virtual workshop facilitated by Teresa Weist and Max Flisi from Appian Wealth, Northwestern Mutual. The workshop provides financial strategies to navigate employment transitions and plan for long-term financial security.

Filing for Unemployment Insurance

To receive unemployment insurance benefits, you need to file a claim with the unemployment insurance program in the state where you worked. Depending on the state, claims may be filed in person, by telephone, or online. Where to file in the tri-state area:

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