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Employment

There are many resources out there to help with your job search!  We’ve linked a few of them to this site and hope you’ll take a few minutes to explore them. If you need help along the way, just let us know at benefits@dva.wa.gov or by contacting a veterans employment representative at your local WorkSource Office.

Find a Job:

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Veterans Preference and Re-Employment:

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​Military Spouse Licensure / Certification Reimbursements

The Armed Forces are offering reimbursement for qualifying licensing costs to military spouses who must obtain state occupational relicensures or recertifications during a permanent change of station.

Translating Military Training or Experience to WA State Licensure or Credentials:

Washington state has actively engaged credential and licensing entities to promote transferability of skills and qualifications for veterans and military spouses.  Learn more about these efforts at the links below: