Veterans Hiring Preference (State/County/City Jobs)
5 points for veterans; 10 points for disabled veterans on state, county, and city merit system employment exams (ARS 38-492).
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Arizona residency
Details
Eligibility
5 points for veterans separated under honorable conditions with more than 6 months active duty who pass a merit system employment exam. 10 points for honorably separated veterans with a service-connected disability. Surviving spouses of veterans who died from a service-connected disability, and spouses of service members listed as missing in action or captured, are also eligible for the 5-point preference. Must earn a passing grade without preference first. Maximum preference is 10 points (does not stack).
Authority
ARS 38-492.
How to apply
Indicate veteran status on state job application.
Always confirm current rates and rules with the Arizona state agency before applying.
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