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Committee Leadership

Mr. Delton Steele State Chair
Mr. Dave Johnston Vice Chair/Area 5 Co-Chair
Mr. Greg Wilz Chair Emeritus
Mr. Jerry Engelman Ombudsman Director
Mr. Arlyn Fredrick Ombudsman
Mr. Kevin Iverson Employer Outreach Director
Mr. David Sprynczynatyk Military Outreach Director
Mr. Rob Keller Public Affairs Director
Ms Karolin Jappe Area 1 Chair
Mr. Paul Stroklund Area 2 Chair
Mr. Paul Bonicelli Area 3 Chair
Mr. John Oncken Area 4 Chair
Ms Kay Ames Area 5 Chair
Mr. Robbie Hertz Area 6 Chair
Mr. Rob Keller/Mr. Arlyn Fredrick Area 7 Co-Chairs
Mr. Alan Webster Training Director
Mr. Rich Brauhn Area 8 Chair

ESGR, a Department of Defense office, is comprised of dedicated and trained volunteers and staff. We will develop and promote employer support for Guard and Reserve service by advocating relevant initiatives, recognizing outstanding support, increasing awareness of applicable laws, and resolving conflict between employers and service members.

ESGR informs and educates service members and their civilian employers regarding their rights and responsibilities governed by the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA). ESGR does not have statutory authority to enforce, but serves as a neutral, free resource to employers and service members. ESGR’s trained ombudsmen provide mediation of issues relating to compliance with USERRA.

Contact Information

Janette Fetch Volunteer Support Technician 30 Fraine Barracks Road PO BOX 5511
Bismarck ND 58506-5511
701-333-2057
janette.k.fetch.ctr@army.mil

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September 07, 20232023 Freedom Award Recipients Honored

WASHINGTON ­– The Department of Defense honored the recipients of the 2023 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest U.S. government honor to employers for support of National Guard and Reserve, in a formal ceremony at the Pentagon Aug. 30.

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June 30, 2023Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on the 50th Anniversary of America's All-Volunteer Force

WASHINGTON -Fifty years ago, the United States military began to fill its ranks solely with brave Americans who freely choose to defend our republic. Ever since the draft ended on July 1, 1973, Americans have joined our military out of conviction, not compulsion. Over the years, the members of our All-Volunteer Force have been motivated by patriotism, pride, and principle—by the desire to be a part of something bigger than themselves, and by their love for our exceptional nation.

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June 20, 2023DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF THE 2023 SECRETARY OF DEFENSE EMPLOYER SUPPORT FREEDOM AWARD

Fifteen Exceptional Employers Recognized for Top Honor

WASHINGTON ­– The Department of Defense is pleased to announce the 15 recipients of the 2023 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest U.S. government honor to employers for support of National Guard and Reserve employees.

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