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Veteran's Preference

If you are a veteran based on Minnesota Statutes § 197.447, then you may claim Veteran's Preference points.  Veteran’s Preference points will be added to the passing score of the qualified applicant. To qualify for Veteran’s Preference, the following criteria must be met:

• Have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States.
• Have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more, or for the full period ordered to active duty (not active duty for training); OR have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty.
• Be a United States citizen or resident alien.

When claiming Veteran's Preference, please mail, fax, or e-mail a copy of:

•  the Veteran's Form DD214 or DD215

and

• a completed Veteran's Preference Claim Form by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date of the position to:

Anoka County Government Center
Human Resources
2100 3rd Avenue, STE 261
Anoka MN 55303-5030
Fax: 763-323-5545
E-mail: rs-hr@co.anoka.mn.us

All Veteran’s Preference applicants must supply the following documentation via mail, fax, or e-mail by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date of the position:

• Veteran:
  • A copy of the Veteran’s Form DD214 or DD215 or other proof clearly stating the length of active service and type of discharge;
  • A completed Veteran’s Preference Claim Form.
• Disabled Veteran:
  • A copy of the Veteran’s Form DD214 or DD215 or other proof clearly stating the length of active service and type of discharge;
  • A copy of the letter from a Service Retirement Board;
  • A completed Veteran’s Preference Claim Form.
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran:
  • A copy of the Veteran’s Form DD214 or DD215 or other proof clearly stating the length of active service and type of discharge;
  • A copy of the letter from a Service Retirement Board;
  • A completed Veteran’s Preference Claim Form.
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran:
  • A copy of the Veteran’s Form DD214 or DD215 or other proof clearly stating the length of active service and type of discharge;
  • A completed Veteran’s Preference Claim Form.

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