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The State of Nevada Division of Human Resource Management supports Veterans, transitioning Service Members, National Guard and Reserve members, military spouses, and Veteran employees through statewide employment, workforce experience through SkillBridge, networking, and resource programs.

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Veteran Employment and Career Guidance

In 2015, the Governor recommended and the Legislature approved the creation of a Veterans Coordinator position within the Division of Human Resource Management. The position was established to develop a statewide Veteran hiring program and support Veterans interested in employment with the State of Nevada.

The Veteran Hiring Program provides individualized assistance by:

Identifying State job openings that align with a Veteran’s skills, education, and experience.
Answering questions about State employment and hiring processes.
Reviewing resumes and helping Veterans accurately represent their qualifications.

Program staff also collaborates with nonprofit organizations and local, state, and federal agencies to strengthen connections between Veterans and available resources throughout Nevada.

Important: This is not a job placement service. Employment assistance does not guarantee an interview, job offer, or appointment.

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State of Nevada SkillBridge Program

The State of Nevada offers SkillBridge opportunities across a wide range of professional fields. Placements are not limited to fixed listings and are coordinated based on candidate experience, career interests, projected availability, and participating agency capacity.

Potential Internship Fields

Engineering and Technical Services
Field and Trade Services
Information Technology
Public Safety and Emergency Services
Management Analysis

How to Be Considered

Active Duty Service Members interested in a State of Nevada SkillBridge opportunity should complete the SkillBridge Interest Form. Submissions are reviewed and matched with potential opportunities based on agency needs, candidate qualifications, projected availability, and overall program capacity.

Program Availability: SkillBridge internships depend upon agency operational needs, supervisory capacity, candidate qualifications, and alignment with available projects. Submission of an interest form does not guarantee an internship placement.

Complete the Interest Form

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Veteran Resource Contact Program

The State of Nevada Veteran Resource Contact Program connects Veteran employees with fellow State employees who can provide support, share information, and help connect them with available State and community resources.

Veteran Resource Contacts serve as points of contact for Veteran employees who may have questions, need guidance, or simply want help finding the right resource.

If you are a current State employee and would like to serve as a Veteran Resource Contact, please send an email to d.labarbera@admin.nv.gov

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Veteran Resource Contact Program Disclaimer

Veteran Resource Contacts are not counselors, HR representatives, benefits specialists, or case managers. Their role is to provide general information and help connect Veteran employees with the appropriate resources when needed.

Nevada Veteran Impact Review

Connection • Recognition • Continued Service

The Nevada Veteran Impact Review recognizes Veteran employees across Nevada state service whose professionalism, leadership, mentorship, and continued commitment strengthen agencies statewide.

Published twice each year, the Review highlights Veterans nominated by leadership, peers, supervisors, and fellow State employees throughout Nevada government.