| 5-Point
Preference |
A 5-point preference
is granted to veterans who entered the military service prior to October
14, 1976. A 5-point preference is also granted to veterans who served
on active duty between August 2, 1990, and January 2, 1992 (the Gulf War).
Preference for other service may be granted only in cases where a campaign
badge or service medal was awarded during peace time, (e.g., the Grenada
Incident). |
A copy of form
DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or
other proof of eligibility, if claiming 5-point veterans' preference must
be submitted. |
| 10-Point
Preference |
Applicants may
also be entitled to 10-point veterans' preference if they receive compensation
for a service connected disability; if they are the spouse or mother of
a disabled veteran; if they are the widow, widower or mother of a deceased
veteran. |
Attach an SF-15,
Application
for 10-Point Veterans' Preference, plus the proof required by that
form, if claiming 10-point veterans' preference. |
