The Department of Commerce (DOC) is committed to increasing the employment of non-disabled and disabled veterans throughout the Department.  Commerce uses various hiring flexibilities, including the Veterans' Recruitment Appointment authority, to increase veterans representation among our workforce of approximately 35,000 full-time equivalent employees.  

In addition, the Department forges partnerships with other Federal Government agencies, veterans service organizations, colleges, universities, and other institutions that have veterans as members, students, or affiliates.  See below for more about how Commerce is reaching out to support employment opportunities for our nation's veterans.