Sanford Health: Top Government & Non-Profit Employer for Veterans and Military Spouses

Sanford Health has been recognized nationally for its ongoing dedication to veterans and their families. Military Friendly Brands has named Sanford Health as the top Government & Non-Profit employer on their annual list, highlighting organizations that prioritize providing opportunities for veterans and military spouses. The evaluation process included public and government data sources, as well as employer surveys.

Capt. Paul Weckman, head of military and veteran affairs at Sanford Health, expressed gratitude to veterans for their service and outlined the organization’s support programs for military and veteran employees. These programs include benefits continuation and differential pay during deployment. In a new initiative, Sanford Health partnered with the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program and the Military Spouses Employment Program to further support active-duty members and their spouses.

Sanford Health takes pride in hiring and supporting military and veteran employees through automatic screening interviews for those who apply for jobs. Additionally, military and veteran employees have access to a $5,000 scholarship program for further education opportunities. This comprehensive approach exemplifies Sanford Health’s dedication to creating a welcoming and inclusive work environment for all employees.