Veteran's preference

Applying for Veterans' Preference status:
- Must attach a copy of the DD214 (and if needed, other proof clearly stating the length of active service and type of discharge) to your job application
- If your forms are approved, you will not have to attach them again and points will be applied to each posting you apply for
Applying for disabled Veterans' Preference status:
Must attach a copy of:
- DD214 or DD215 (if applicable)
- Benefit Summary Letter from USDVA
- Written indication from the USDVA Rating Board of the veteran's injury occurred on or as a result of active duty, what the specific disability is, and the percentage of disability
Applying for preference as spouse of disabled veteran:
Must attach a copy of:
- DD214 or DD215 (if applicable)
  - Acceptable forms are the Member 2, Member - 41 or Member 6 Form or other proof clearly stating length of active duty and character of discharge
- Summary of Benefits from the USDVA
- Marriage certificate
- USDVA Statement of the Case or Military Board decision
Applying for preference as a spouse of deceased veteran:
Must attach a copy of:
- DD214 or DD215 (if applicable)
  - Acceptable forms are the Member - 2, Member - 4, or Member 6 Form or other proof clearly stating length of active duty and character of discharge
- Spouse’s death certificate
Note: spouses are ineligible to receive points if you have remarried or were divorced from the veteran
Applying for preference as a spouse of deceased disabled veteran:
Must attach a copy of:
- DD214 or DD215 (if applicable)
  - Acceptable forms are the Member - 2, Member - 4, or Member 6 Form or other proof clearly stating length of active duty and character of discharge
- Benefit of Summary Letter from the USDVA
- Spouse’s death certificate
Note: spouses are ineligible to receive points if you have remarried or were divorced from the veteran

Veterans’ Preference

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