Veterans' Interview Preference for State Employment
Guaranteed interview preference for state and local government classified positions for veterans.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Veterans who served in an active or reserve component and received Honorable or General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge, as well as currently serving members. Family members may also be eligible. Must meet minimum requirements for the position. Applies only to initial appointment to competitive classified positions.
Covers
Guaranteed interview preference (not a point-based scoring advantage) for state and local government competitive classified positions.
How to apply
Indicate veteran status and provide DD-214 when applying for state classified positions.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-05 against apps.legislature.ky.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Kentucky state agency before applying.
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