Veteran's Preference Points
Nevada County awards Veteran's Preference Points during the recruitment process to eligible veterans when applying to our non-exempt positions
5 Veteran's Preference Points
Those who have served in the United States’ Armed Forces as defined in Government Code Section 18540 and who qualify as veterans who have been discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable, shall be eligible for 5 veterans’ preference points to be added to their overall application score, provided that they meet the minimum qualifications of the job they are applying for.
(You must provide a copy of your DD-214 to your application.)
10 Disabled Veteran's Preference Points
Qualified veterans with a service-connected disability of 10% or more shall be eligible for an additional 5 points to be added to their overall application passing score, provided that they meet the minimum qualifications of the job they are applying for. To receive the additional 5 veterans’ preference points, a copy of an official statement, dated within the last twelve (12) months, from either the Department of Veterans Affairs, or a branch of the Armed Forces indicating that disability is 10% or more, must be attached to each specific employment application.
(You must provide a copy of your DD-214 to your application.)
Request Your DD-214 & Military Records here
Military and Veteran Programs
- Army PaYS
Nevada County is the first County in California to become an Army PaYS partner, offering an interview guarantee to soldiers who meet the eligibility requirements for the job they are applying to.
- SkillBridge
This program allows Service members up to 180 days to intern with select employers to gain valuable skills to assist in transitioning from military service.
- Veteran Affairs Paid and Non-Paid Internship Programs
Nevada County partners with the Department of Veterans Affairs to host veterans, both as college students under the VA Work-study program and as Non-Paid Veterans Work Experience.
Click here to read more.
- Veterans and Military Spouses Program
We want to provide opportunities to both current military spouses and spouses of retired/separated military members alike.
Nevada County Veterans Services Office
A place to help assist veterans and their families obtain the federal, state, and local benefits that they are entitled to
How to find out more:
- Visit their office located at 988 McCourtney Road Grass Valley, CA
- Give them a call at 530-273-3396
- Check out their website by clicking here
Annual Armed Forces Day
On Armed Forces Day, the nation honors those who are serving in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Space Force, Coast Guard and National Guard. The event aims to pay tribute to the military personnel's professionalism and unwavering dedication to supporting and defending the country's Constitution, safeguarding peace, growing prosperity, and giving hope to oppressed peoples or those facing tyranny abroad.
To learn more about this event, visit the Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce page by clicking here.
Military Appreciation
Local Businesses Offering You Discounts
The businesses on the Registered Military Appreciation Discount List have registered discounts and special offers for veterans and Gold Star parents who show accepted forms of identification.
To see the list of local businesses, please click here.
This list is not a complete list of all who provide discounts; it will change frequently and businesses reserve the right to change the offer at any time. Veterans and Gold Star Families are advised to show businesses an acceptable form of identification and to ask if discounts are available.
