MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey and Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed are encouraging Alabama employers to hire veterans by applying to and participating in the Hire Vets Medallion Award Program, an official program of the U.S. Department of Labor.
The application period runs through April 30, 2026.
“We need our veterans in Alabama’s workforce, and as governor, I’ve made it a priority to connect their diverse talents with meaningful opportunities,” said Ivey. “These extraordinary men and women deserve our very best, and I am proud of Alabama’s world-class employers for helping our veterans provide for themselves and their families after service.”
“We are fortunate to have a large population of veterans that call Alabama home, and many employers in a variety of industries that are ready to hire them. The HIRE VETS program honors the recruiting and employing of veterans across the state of Alabama,” said Reed.
ADOW’s Jobs for Veterans State Grant staff play a vital role working with employers to raise awareness for this program and assist them in qualifying for the Medallion.
These awards are the only federal-level veterans’ employment award that recognizes a company or organization’s commitment to veteran hiring, retention and professional development. In 2025, 48 Alabama companies received the HIRE Vets Medallion Award. Since the program’s inception, more than 160 Alabama businesses have received this honor, and more than 2,000 businesses nationwide.
The HIRE Vets Medallion Award is based on several criteria, ranging from veteran hiring and retention to providing veteran-specific resources, leadership programming, dedicated human resources and compensation and tuition assistance programs – with requirements varying for large, medium and small employers.
To learn more, create an account or update an existing account for the HIRE Vets Medallion Award Program, go to www.HireVets.gov or visit one of the 57 Alabama Career Centers in the state for assistance.
