What are civil service jobs?

Does prior military service count for anything in civil service jobs other than the 5 point hiring bonus?

• I am looking at a civil service job with the US government and was wondering if my 3.75 years of military service counts for anything? For example, do they count those years toward ...show more

• Answer:

  You need to get with a free employment counselor - I recommend your state's workforce commission. Honorable military service will give you a veteran's preference for federal positions. www.usajobs.gov is the best place to search/apply for federal positions - do your research though and get smart about the grade level and qualifications for each position. Competition is fierce and you're wasting time if you just apply "because" you need a job. State gov'ts are always hiring, but again you will benefit from a counselor's assistance. Google your state's gov't website and then find the workforce agency. Good luck...