Mississippi Military and Veterans Family Support Program
MSSupport services for military and veteran families in Mississippi including counseling and family readiness programs.
Veteran Employment Resources in Mississippi
Find veteran employment resources in Mississippi. State hiring preferences, career counseling, job training, and transition assistance for Mississippi veterans.
Veterans bring exceptional skills to the civilian workforce — leadership, discipline, technical expertise, and the ability to perform under pressure. Mississippi, home to approximately 185,000 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 Mississippi.
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 Mississippi. 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 Mississippi veterans with service-connected disabilities who face employment barriers. Contact the VA Regional Office serving Mississippi to apply.
Mississippi Employment Resources
Mississippi provides veterans' preference in state hiring. Mississippi Department of Employment Security has veteran representatives. Keesler AFB, Columbus AFB, and Camp Shelby provide transition programs
Skills Translation & Licensing
Mississippi 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 MVAB 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 Mississippi for details.
Key Resources
- VA Careers: VA for Vets at vaforvets.va.gov
- Federal Jobs: usajobs.gov (Veterans' Preference applies)
- MVAB: Contact for state employment resources
- DOL Veterans Services: 1-866-487-2365
Employment Resources in Mississippi
G.V. Sonny Montgomery VA Medical Center (Jackson)
MSVA health care system serving Mississippi veterans with medical, mental health, and specialty care services.
Mississippi Home Corporation
MSState housing finance agency providing mortgage assistance, rental programs, and housing resources for Mississippi residents including veterans.
Mississippi Veterans Affairs Board
MSMississippi state veterans affairs office providing benefits counseling, claims assistance, and connections to state veteran programs.
Mississippi Center for Legal Services Veterans Project
MSFree civil legal assistance for low-income veterans in Mississippi.
Mississippi Department of Employment Security Veterans Services
MSEmployment and training services for Mississippi veterans including job placement and career counseling.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Mississippi offer veterans' hiring preference?
- Mississippi provides veterans' preference in state hiring. Veterans' Preference also applies to all federal jobs.
- What employment programs are available for disabled veterans in Mississippi?
- 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 Mississippi?
- Use the VA Military Skills Translator at va.gov or O*NET to map military experience to civilian careers. Mississippi has also taken steps to recognize military credentials for state licensing.
- Where can I get job training in Mississippi?
- 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 MVAB for specific programs.
- How do I start a business as a veteran in Mississippi?
- 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 Mississippi.
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