Employment Benefits for Veterans in Maryland
3 Employment benefits for veterans in Maryland.
State Employment Veterans Preference
Maryland grants a hiring preference (veteran's credit) to eligible veterans and certain spouses applying for State of Maryland government jobs, with an enhanced preference for certified disabled veterans.
Eligibility: Honorably discharged veterans (including reserve and National Guard service) applying for state employment, and eligible spouses/surviving spouses. Certified Disabled Veterans (30% or greater service-connected disability) qualify for an enhanced hiring preference and may be selected without competitive process.
Estimated value: Veteran's credit added to selection ratings; disabled veteran hiring preference
How to apply: Claim the Veteran's Credit or Certified Disabled Veteran Credit when applying for State of Maryland positions through the Department of Budget and Management.
Private Employer Veterans Hiring & Promotion Preference
Maryland law permits private employers to voluntarily grant a hiring and promotion preference to veterans and certain spouses without violating state equal employment laws.
Eligibility: Veterans of any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces (including National Guard and reserves) with an honorable discharge or certificate of satisfactory service; spouses of veterans with service-connected disabilities; and surviving spouses of deceased eligible veterans.
Estimated value: Voluntary hiring/promotion preference by participating private employers
How to apply: No application; eligible individuals may inform private employers that they qualify. The policy is established under Maryland Labor & Employment Article 3-714.
Expedited Occupational & Professional Licensing
Maryland offers expedited occupational and professional licensing for military service members, veterans, and their spouses, including credit for military training and experience.
Eligibility: Active-duty service members, veterans, and their spouses applying for occupational or professional licenses regulated by the Maryland Department of Labor.
Estimated value: Expedited license processing; military training credited toward requirements
How to apply: Contact the relevant licensing board within the Maryland Department of Labor Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing and identify yourself as a veteran or military spouse when applying.