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Rosslyn, VA: Today, retired U.S. Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel Wilem Wong was sworn in as the New York City (NYC) Director for the Selective Service System by Region I Director Thomas Kenney. Mr. Wong was recommended for this leadership position by New York Governor Kathy Hochul and appointed by Acting Director of Selective Service Joel C. Spangenberg. Today’s ceremony was...
On May 16, 2024, Acting Director of Selective Service Joel C. Spangenberg delivered remarks as part of a wreath laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery to commemorate the 107th anniversary of the Selective Service System (SSS) and honor the life of General Lewis Blaine Hershey, the longest-serving Director of Selective Service. SSS has evolved significantly since its inception in 1917,...
ROSSLYN, VA -- The Selective Service System (SSS) received its highest ranking ever as one of the ‘Best Places to Work in the Federal Government’ among small agencies. The Agency’s 2023 seventh place ranking among 30 small federal agencies marks the fourth consecutive year that it scored in the top 10, finishing with an overall employee engagement and satisfaction survey...
Selective Service Acting Director Joel C. Spangenberg Shares his Views and Perspectives about the Selective Service System and its Mission “The Nation has been fortunate to have an all-volunteer force that has served it well during conflicts following the Vietnam War. And, while we hope that a return to conscription doesn’t happen, you never know what the future may hold....
This week is designated as Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW) in honor of the men and women who serve America as federal, state, county, and local government employees. Our Agency proudly represents PSRW as one of the 83 federal agencies to sign this year’s Public Service Recognition Week co-chair letter! “I am extremely proud of the work you all do to...
Rosslyn, VA: Today, longtime business executive and retired U.S. Army National Guard Lieutenant Colonel William Ulmschneider was sworn in as the Rhode Island State Director for the Selective Service System (SSS) by Region I Director Thomas Kenney. Mr. Ulmschneider was recommended for this leadership position by Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee and appointed by Selective Service acting Director Joel C....
