Navy Reserve = Vet preference?

[st012m]

Hey I'm happy to say that I am looking to sign a contract with the navy reserve but just want to clarify this:

As a naval reserve am I able to apply to departments with vet preference or is it only active duty? thank you.FYI: I'm doing a 4 yr contract.

[fire49]

Sound like a vet to me

But not sure if a city would want a 214, or they would take a letter stating you are in the reserve

[SPFDRum]

I believe in St. Paul, which is civil service, you need a minimum of 180 days active.

[Jonnee]

http://www.usgs.gov/ohr/student/benefit/veterans.html

* An honorable or general discharge is necessary;

* Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans;

* Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference;

[fire228]

You do not get Vet preference just by joining. Do a deployment and you will..