BISMARCK — Find the Good Life in North Dakota has announced a partnership with Semper Forward, a leading national network dedicated to supporting military members and their families in exploring career options post-service.

This collaboration will focus on hiring events, building relationships designed to attract military personnel and their families and providing them with the resources and opportunities they need to thrive in civilian life, according to a news release from the North Dakota Department of Commerce.

The joint effort is providing representation at several key hiring events, including Sept. 26 at Minot Air Force Base, and additional fairs at bases across the country, including Hawaii, North Carolina, Colorado, Texas, New York and California. These events are part of a broader strategy to connect military members with career opportunities.

“In North Dakota, our mission is clear: to be the most military-friendly state in America. We offer thousands of career opportunities, leading-edge technology, inviting communities, and strong support for veterans,” said Workforce Development Director Katie Ralston Howe.

“Semper Forward’s expertise in connecting service members with meaningful career opportunities perfectly aligns with Find the Good Life in North Dakota. Together, we’re creating a pathway for military personnel to find rewarding careers and an unmatched quality of life in North Dakota,” said Steven Janke of Semper Forward.

Careers in business management and administration, healthcare, manufacturing, skilled trades, sales and marketing, retail and food services, transportation, distribution and logistics are actively seeking candidates.

North Dakota offers:

– Income tax exemption for active and retired military.

– Property tax credit for veterans with a disability level of 50% or higher.

– Participation in Department of Defense SkillBridge with many employers.

– CDL test waiver available for certain service members.

– Provisional licensing options for spouses’ careers.

– VA healthcare services available, in 12 locations statewide.

– Veteran discounts for hunting, fishing and state parks.

– Resident college tuition rates for service members and their families.