Page Menu

Veterans Preference Form

Under Oregon law, veterans who meet minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for preference. If you think you may qualify, please read the following list carefully. If you have questions you may wish to contact the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs. (503) 373-2000 or (800) 828-8801. This completed form and the required documentation must be submitted at the time you submit your application.You may be eligible to claim veterans’ preference if you check at least one of the boxes below, and provide proof of eligibility by submitting a copy of your DD‐214 or 215. ORS 408.225 (1) (f)

You may be eligible to claim veterans’ preference if at least one of the following pertains to you:

  • I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for a period of more than 90 consecutive days beginning on or before January 31, 1955, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions; or
  • I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for a period of more than 178 consecutive days beginning after January 31, 1955, and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions; or
  • I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for 178 days or less and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions because of a service‐connected disability; or
  • I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for 178 days or less and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions and have a disability rating from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs; or
  • I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for at least one day in a combat zone and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions; or
  • I received a combat or campaign ribbon or an expeditionary medal for service in the Armed Forces of the United States and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions; or
  • I am receiving a non-service‐connected pension from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.

“Active duty” does not include attendance at a school under military orders, except schooling incident to an active enlistment or a regular tour of duty, or normal military training as a reserve officer or member of an organized reserve or a National Guard unit. 

Please select all that apply(Required)
Please select your preference:(Required)
I hereby claim veteran's preference and certify that the information is true and correct. I understand that any false statements may be cause for my disqualification or dismissal, regardless of when discovered. Preference may not be awarded without the appropriate documentation. You must submit Member Copy 4 of your DD‐214 or 215 in all cases. If you are claiming disabled veteran preference you must also submit the public employment preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs. You will not receive preference without these accompanying documents.
Hidden
Max. file size: 200 MB.
Drop files here or
Max. file size: 200 MB.
    I agree.(Required)
    I agree.(Required)
    I agree(Required)
    I agree(Required)
    I agree.(Required)
    Name(Required)
    Date (mm/dd/yyyy)(Required)
    Consent