State Benefit·Kentucky·💼Employment

Veterans' Interview Preference for State Employment

Guaranteed interview preference for state and local government classified positions for veterans.

Verified May 12, 2026againstapps.legislature.ky.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Employment — Kentucky
Who it's for: Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Survivors, Dependents
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Where it applies: Kentucky
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Veterans' Interview Preference for State Employment?

Veterans' Interview Preference for State Employment is a Kentucky employment benefit for veterans, active duty, national guard, reservists, spouses, survivors, dependents. Guaranteed interview preference for state and local government classified positions for veterans.

Who qualifies

VeteransActive DutyNational GuardReservistsSpousesSurvivorsDependents

Available to any veteran
Honorable discharge required
Kentucky residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Kentucky agency.

Open application

What Veterans' Interview Preference for State Employment covers

Overview

Eligibility (per KRS 18A.150): Veterans who served in an active or reserve component of the U.S. Armed Forces and received Honorable or General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge; currently serving active or reserve component members; spouses of eligible veterans or current service members; unremarried surviving spouses of deceased veterans; and dependent parents of disabled or deceased veterans. Wartime service is not required. Must meet minimum requirements for the position. Applies only to initial appointment to competitive classified positions.

Covers

Prior to making an appointment, the agency must offer an interview to at least five external candidates with Interview Preference (not a point-based scoring advantage) for state and local government competitive classified positions.

How to apply for Veterans' Interview Preference for State Employment

How to apply

Indicate veteran status and provide supporting documentation (e.g., DD-214) when applying for state classified positions.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: apps.legislature.ky.gov

Apply at: veterans.ky.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.

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Frequently asked questions about Veterans' Interview Preference for State Employment

Who qualifies for Veterans' Interview Preference for State Employment?▾

Veterans' Interview Preference for State Employment is for Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Survivors, Dependents; available to any veteran; kentucky residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How do I apply for Veterans' Interview Preference for State 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' Interview Preference for State 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.

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