Workforce Ombudsman Assistance

What if I need hands-on support?

nancy evanko workforce specialist loudoun county economic development

For businesses experiencing growth or Federal employees who have been recently impacted, Loudoun is here to offer personalized support. We encourage you to reach out to Workforce Development Manager Nancy Evanko for a 1:1 consultation.

Nancy has extensive experience in national for-profit, non-profit, and managed care organizations in leadership talent acquisition, human resources and business development roles. She can collaborate with your executives and human resources personnel to offer customized solutions for acquiring and upskilling talent to meet your needs.

But don’t just take our word for it!

“It was a lucky day for Loudoun County when Nancy Evanko joined the Department of Economic Development. She is one of the smartest, most strategic, and most energetic professionals I have ever encountered,” Northern Virginia Community College Loudoun Campus Provost Dr. Julie Leidig said. “She is a great connector of people from different business sectors, who has sent many good contacts my way. She has been a tremendous friend to Northern Virginia Community College and our students. I appreciate her!

Comprehensive Employment Resources for Jobseekers and Employers

Employment Resources

NOVAnext

  • New employment, eXploration and Transition Program. The NOVAnext program helps unemployed federal workers and federal contractors transition their talents to new, in-demand careers in the region.  The program is free of charge to eligible participants.

Department of Veterans Services

  • Access a network of veteran-focused organizations related to employment, benefits and more.

Loudoun Workforce Resource Center

  • A Virginia Career Works Affiliate, the Center provides no-cost resources and equipment to both job seekers and businesses.

Military Skills Translator

  • Match military experience to civilian jobs.

Virginia Career Works – Northern:  Dislocated Federal Workers and Contractors

  • The Northern Virginia federal civilian workforce is sizable, Virginia Career Works Northern Region can help: employer and jobseeker services.

Virginia Employment Commission

  • The Commission offers services that can assist the unemployed, employers, and veterans.

Unemployment: Homepage

  • Committed to guiding you through the unemployment process, understand the benefit requirements and navigate the system.

Virginia Works:  Home Page

Education and Training

Fast Forward

  • FastForward at Virginia’s Community Colleges is a short-term training program for high-demand industries, like healthcare, information technology, skilled trades and infrastructure.

Get A Skill Get A Job  Get Ahead (G3)

  • G3 tuition assistance is for students living in Virginia who qualify for state financial aid.

Northern Virginia Community College

  • Workforce & Professional Development
    • Workforce & Professional Development: Continuing education and professional development courses and programs for in-demand skills and industry credentials.

George Mason University

  • Continuing and Professional Education
    • Continuing and Professional Education (CPE), a component of Mason’s new Learning Initiative Network (LINK) supports learning opportunities, certifications, credential attainment and training for working professionals.

Shenandoah University

George Washington University:  Virginia Science & Technology Campus

Virginia’s HIRED Apprenticeship Fund:  Application due by March 17, 2025

  • An employer incentive to start or expand Registered Apprenticeship in the teacher education, early childhood education, clean energy, care economy, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and repair and maintenance.

Resume Guide

  • Best-practice tips

Interviewing Guide

  • Practical guidance and interview tips.

Health and Welfare

Loudoun County Mental Health Services

  • The single point of entry into the public system of mental health, substance abuse, and developmental services for Loudoun County residents.

Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services

  • Recreation and leisure opportunities and supportive community services.

Loudoun County Public Library

  • Services, branches and events.

Visit Loudoun

  • Things to do, towns, places and events across Loudoun County.

Housing

Loudoun County Department of Housing and Community Development

  • Provides rental and homeownership assistance programs to individuals and families.

Information and Referral

Loudoun County Information and Referral

Contact the Loudoun County Information and Referral (I&R) program to get connected to health and human services information and resources in Loudoun County, including critical services such as:

  • Child Care Assistance
  • Employment Services
  • Food Resources
  • Health and Dental Care
  • Housing and Homeless Services
  • Legal Services
  • Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services
  • Older Adult Services
  • Public Benefits
  • Utility Assistance

Starting Your Own Business
Launch Loudoun