State Benefit·Oregon·💼Employment

Veterans' Preference in Public Employment

5 percentage points added to application score for veterans; 10 points for disabled veterans, plus mandatory interview.

Verified May 12, 2026againstoregon.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Employment — Oregon
Who it's for: Veterans, National Guard
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Where it applies: Oregon
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Veterans' Preference in Public Employment?

Veterans' Preference in Public Employment is a Oregon employment benefit for veterans, national guard. 5 percentage points added to application score for veterans; 10 points for disabled veterans, plus mandatory interview.

Who qualifies

VeteransNational Guard

Available to any veteran
Honorable discharge required
Oregon residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Oregon agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Veterans with honorable discharge applying for civil service positions with any Oregon public employer. As of January 1, 2026, current/former Oregon National Guard members also qualify. Disabled veterans receive 10 percentage points. Violations are an unlawful employment practice enforceable through BOLI.

How to apply for Veterans' Preference in Public Employment

How to apply

Indicate veteran status on your public employer job application and provide DD-214.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: oregon.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' Preference in Public Employment

Who qualifies for Veterans' Preference in Public Employment?▾

Veterans' Preference in Public Employment is for Veterans, National Guard; available to any veteran; oregon residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How do I apply for Veterans' Preference in Public 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 Public 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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