N.J.S.A. 11A:5-8 — Preference in appointment in noncompetitive division.

11A:5-8 Preference in appointment in noncompetitive division. 11A:5-8. Preference in appointment in noncompetitive division. From among those eligible for appointment in the noncompetitive division, preference shall be given to a qualified veteran. Before an appointing authority shall select a nonveteran and not appoint a qualified veteran, the appointing authority shall show cause before the Civil Service Commission why a veteran should not be appointed. In all cases, a disabled veteran shall have preference over all others. Amended 2008, c.29, s.44.

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