Veterans' Preference in Public Employment
5 percentage points added to application score for veterans; 10 points for disabled veterans, plus mandatory interview.
State BenefitOregonEmployment
Verified September 30, 2026 against oregon.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
- September 30, 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
- Veterans
- National Guard
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Oregon residency
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.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently 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.