MILITARY MEMBERS

YOUR JOB IS PROTECTED!

As a uniformed service member, YOU HAVE RIGHTS under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).

Your Rights

· Military Leave of Absence

· Prompt reinstatement

· Accumulation of seniority

· Reinstatement of health insurance

· Training or retraining of skills

· Protection against discrimination

 

Your Requirements

· Provide prior notice to employer

· Serve under honorable conditions

· Return to work in accordance with USERRA guidelines

 

Reemployment Timetable

 

1-30 days of service                 Report next scheduled work day

31-180 days of service            Apply within 14 days after completion of service

181+ days of service                Apply within 90 days after completion of service

QUICK LINKS

IOWA AREAS OF OPERATION

Click on the map to learn about each area of operation and area leader in the state.

AWARD YOUR EMPLOYER

FOR YOUR INFORMATION

The Patriotic Employer Award is given to those employers who are supportive of their employees who serve in the military.

Click here to read more about the Patriot Award

Tell us why your employer is a patriot! Nominate outstanding employers online
You can also visit the national ESGR website at
www.esgr.mil.