Resources for Hiring Managers

The following documents provide specific information on recruiting Veteran employees for hiring managers. Hiring managers may also familiarize themselves with Regional Veterans Employment Coordinators, who can help find Veteran talent that meets their qualifications.

• Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Fact Sheet: The VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 is bipartisan, bicameral, comprehensive legislation that would lower the rate of unemployment among our nation’s Veterans.

• Veterans' Preference Frequently Asked Questions: Find basic information about using Veterans' Preference, including requirements for eligibility and classification. 

• Hiring Authorities Frequently Asked Questions: Learn more about the rules governing special hiring authorities and how to use these provisions in the hiring process. 

• General Provisions Frequently Asked Questions: See an overview of the non-competitive appointment process.

• Why Hire Veterans? Hiring managers will learn why Veterans make excellent hires at VA. See why Veterans love working at VA and how they are making a difference in the lives of our nation’s Veterans and their families every day. 

• Special Hiring Authorities: A FedsHireVets guide to special hiring authorities.

• VA Careers Event Calendar: Recruit qualified Veterans to open positions at VA hiring events all over the country.