Alabama Private Employment Veterans’ Preference

Private employers in Alabama, authorized under state law

Employers may lawfully prefer veterans in hiring, promotion and retention

Alabama law lets private employers adopt a veterans hiring preference policy. The policy has to be written down and applied the same way to everyone for hiring, promotions and retention during a reduction in force.

Check eligibility

How to apply

There is nothing to apply for with the state. Ask an employer whether they have a written veterans preference policy.

What you'll need

Your DD214, if the employer asks for proof of service.

Eligibility

You are a veteran
You are applying to an Alabama private employer that has adopted a written veterans preference policy

Source

Official source

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