Veterans Preference
In accordance with Florida law, Veterans Preference is given to qualified veterans as defined in Chapter 295, Fla. Stat.
To claim Veterans Preference, you must submit a DD214, and/or equivalent separation papers, and any other required documentation based on the preference category you are claiming at the time of your application. Failure to provide required documentation by established deadlines may result in preference points not being applied to your application.
Veterans Preference does not apply to temporary, on-call, or intern positions, internal job opportunities (unless re-deployed), or any position that requires current membership to The Florida Bar.
Upon request, Highlands County may waive a post-secondary educational requirement for a position of employment, other than those positions made exempt under subsection (5) of 295.07, Fla. Stat., for a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard or a veteran who has been honorably discharged if the person is otherwise qualified for the position.
Individuals that meet Veterans Preference eligibility are encouraged to apply.
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