State Employment Hiring Preference (TEAM Act)
Interview preference for state appointments and promotions, hiring preference when qualifications are equal, and 60 months layoff credit.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Employment — Tennessee
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Tennessee
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is State Employment Hiring Preference (TEAM Act)?
State Employment Hiring Preference (TEAM Act) is a Tennessee employment benefit for veterans, spouses. Interview preference for state appointments and promotions, hiring preference when qualifications are equal, and 60 months layoff credit.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Tennessee residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Veteran with DD-214 or Statement of Service documentation. Veterans receive interview preference for appointments and promotions. If a supervisor selects a non-veteran over an eligible veteran, reasons must be documented in writing. 60 months of additional credit toward time of service in layoff (reduction in force) situations.
Spousal preference (guaranteed interview if qualified) available for non-remarried spouses of veterans who have a 100% service-connected disability (or are permanently and totally disabled) or who died in the line of duty; spouse must meet Tennessee residency requirements.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: tn.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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