Veterans Preference in State Civil Service Employment
5 preference points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans on state competitive employment exams.
State BenefitHawaiiEmployment
Verified September 30, 2026 against dhrd.hawaii.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Employment — Hawaii
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Hawaii
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Veterans Preference in State Civil Service Employment?
Veterans Preference in State Civil Service Employment is a Hawaii employment benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors. 5 preference points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans on state competitive employment exams.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Spouses
- Survivors
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Hawaii residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
5 points for honorably discharged veterans with qualifying active duty service. 10 points for veterans with a service-connected disability rating. 10 points (derived) for spouses, surviving spouses, and mothers of disabled/deceased veterans.
What Veterans Preference in State Civil Service Employment covers
Covers
Preference points added to examination scores for open competitive state employment positions.
How to apply for Veterans Preference in State Civil Service Employment
How to apply
Submit DD-214 (Member 4) with state job application. For 10-point preference, submit a VA letter dated within the past 12 months.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- dhrd.hawaii.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Veterans Preference in State Civil Service Employment
Who qualifies for Veterans Preference in State Civil Service Employment?
Veterans Preference in State Civil Service Employment is for Veterans, Spouses, Survivors; available to any veteran; hawaii residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Veterans Preference in State Civil Service Employment?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Veterans Preference in State Civil Service Employment?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.