DC.gov is now offering a dedicated resource hub for federal employees losing their jobs in the current wave of firings. The hub is here.  DC is also hosting a job fair on March 14th. The details are listed on the hub page.

The standard DC Jobs Resource Center can be found here. The existing DOES Q&A page for federal workers can be found here.  The Workforce Services page linked on the Jobs Rsource Center page returns a “no longer availabe” error. The standard unemployment insurance page can be found here.

The Arlington Employment Center in Arlington, Va. created a webpage titled “Transitioning from the Federal Government” that offers tips and resources for federal employees returning to the civilian workforce. There’s Job Seeker page, an interactive map of local workforce boards, and links to search for job opportunities in local and state governments in Virginia.

WUSA reported that Rep. Don Beyer (his NVA U.S. House district includes Alexandria, Falls Church and Arlington),  released a list of resources for his constituency, who make up 16.2% of the federal workforce:

• Civil Service Strong is an organization that advocates and provides information for civil servants and government employees about their rights.
• A whistleblower tipline, offered by the Congressman. “This page is secure and all information will only be seen by my team unless permission is given.”
• Constituent services for workers in Rep. Beyer’s district.

Fairfax county is offering a an extensive list of resources that can help former federal employees, contractors and anyone else affected by job loss.

Services listed on their Help for Residents Affected by Federal Workforce Restructuring outreach webpage (pub. Feb. 18 2025) include searching and preparing for a new job with listings available through the county and a database maintained by the Economic Development Authority.

Additionally, financial help is available for many health and human service programs, taxes and other expenses.

Maryland launched a centralized hub of programs and resources available to support federal employees and contractors who have been impacted by layoffs, firings and changes to federal funding. The detailed landing page offers many helpful links, including legal resources and federal employment rules & regulations, job search help, and unemployment guidance, county program lists and job boards.

If you know of a valuable resource for federal workers who have lost their government jobs, share with others by putting it in the comments.

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