Alaska Military and Veterans Family Support Program
AKSupport services for military and veteran families in Alaska including counseling and family readiness programs.
Veteran Employment Resources in Alaska
Find veteran employment resources in Alaska. State hiring preferences, career counseling, job training, and transition assistance for Alaska veterans.
Veterans bring exceptional skills to the civilian workforce — leadership, discipline, technical expertise, and the ability to perform under pressure. Alaska, home to approximately 70,000 veterans, offers a robust network of employment resources to help service members transition to meaningful civilian careers.
This guide covers federal and state employment programs, hiring preferences, career counseling, training opportunities, and veteran-friendly employers in Alaska.
Federal Employment Programs
American Job Centers & DVOP/LVER
The Department of Labor funds Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program (DVOP) specialists and Local Veterans' Employment Representatives (LVERs) at career centers across Alaska. These specialists provide intensive career counseling, job placement, and follow-up services. Veterans receive priority of service at all federally funded employment programs.
VA Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E)
Chapter 31 VR&E provides career counseling, resume development, job training, education, and job placement for Alaska veterans with service-connected disabilities who face employment barriers. Contact the VA Regional Office serving Alaska to apply.
Alaska Employment Resources
Alaska provides veterans' preference in state hiring with a 5-10 point preference. The state's resource industries (oil, fishing, mining) actively recruit veterans. Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson provides transition assistance programs
Skills Translation & Licensing
Alaska has taken steps to recognize military credentials and training for civilian licensing. Veterans with military occupational specialties in healthcare, commercial driving, aviation, and other regulated fields should contact the DMVA for assistance with credential recognition.
Veteran Entrepreneurship
The SBA's Office of Veterans Business Development provides resources including Boots to Business training, Veterans Business Outreach Centers (VBOCs), and SCORE mentoring. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) receive federal contracting preferences. Contact your nearest SBA office in Alaska for details.
Key Resources
- VA Careers: VA for Vets at vaforvets.va.gov
- Federal Jobs: usajobs.gov (Veterans' Preference applies)
- DMVA: Contact for state employment resources
- DOL Veterans Services: 1-866-487-2365
Employment Resources in Alaska
VA Alaska Health Care System
AKVA health care system serving Alaska veterans with medical, mental health, and specialty care services.
Alaska Division of Veterans Affairs
AKAlaska state veterans affairs office providing benefits counseling, claims assistance, and connections to state veteran programs.
Alaska Legal Services Corporation Veterans Project
AKFree civil legal assistance for low-income veterans in Alaska.
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
AKState housing finance agency providing mortgage assistance, rental programs, and housing resources for Alaska residents including veterans.
Alaska Department of Labor Veterans Services
AKEmployment and training services for Alaska veterans including job placement and career counseling.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Alaska offer veterans' hiring preference?
- Alaska provides veterans' preference in state hiring with a 5-10 point preference. Veterans' Preference also applies to all federal jobs.
- What employment programs are available for disabled veterans in Alaska?
- VA Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E) provides career counseling, training, and job placement for veterans with service-connected disabilities. DVOP specialists at career centers provide intensive services for disabled veterans.
- How do I translate my military skills to civilian jobs in Alaska?
- Use the VA Military Skills Translator at va.gov or O*NET to map military experience to civilian careers. Alaska has also taken steps to recognize military credentials for state licensing.
- Where can I get job training in Alaska?
- Options include VR&E, GI Bill-funded training, apprenticeships, state career center programs, and community college certificate programs. Contact your local career center or the DMVA for specific programs.
- How do I start a business as a veteran in Alaska?
- The SBA offers Boots to Business training, SCORE mentoring, and Veterans Business Outreach Centers. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses receive federal contracting preferences. Contact your local SBA office in Alaska.
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