MGM is top-rated casino company for hiring veterans
MGM Resorts International is one of the top-rated employers for veterans and the only casino operator named to Military Times' 2023 Top Employers for Veterans list.
Overall, the Las Vegas Strip's largest operator ranked 50th out of 230 companies ranked, second only to Hilton Hotels & Resorts in the hotel industry.
Best for Veterans: Employer surveys are considered by the military community to rank the most trusted jobs for veterans and rely on these results to help them transition to civilian life," MGM said in a statement." Results Based on policies and practices that make the company an attractive workplace for current employees and future job seekers in the military community. "
MGM is one of only two Nevada companies on the list, the other being Veterans Benefits Directory. Las Vegas-based Veterans Benefits Guide, ranked No. 58 on the Military Times list, provides services to veterans, including help with the Department of Veterans Affairs application process.
MGM and the gaming industry often target veterans
The gaming industry, including MGM, has long prioritized hiring and caring for veterans.
"MGM Resorts is proud to support military members and their families year-round. This includes actively recruiting and hiring military personnel, as well as retaining them through professional development programs," the Luxor operator added. "The company promotes an inclusive culture for veterans through its employee networking groups. MGM Resorts is a proud member of the Veterans Employment Mission, an organization dedicated to placing one million U.S. military personnel and veterans in meaningful and valuable jobs Professional corporate alliance.”
MGM is the largest private employer in Nevada, which has nearly 207,000 veterans. Ranked 29th out of 50 states. Nevada has more than 87,000 veterans who served in the Korean or Vietnam Wars.
In the Military Times rankings, MGM is ahead of Southwest Airlines, JPMorgan Chase and Home Depot.
Good Reasons to Hire Veterans
Regardless of industry, companies have various reasons to hire employees who have worked in their country. A 24-page report published in 2016 by the Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) at Syracuse University highlighted several factors.
This includes the veterinarian's ability to transfer skills between different roles and tasks, as well as their technical knowledge. Veterans also work in teams and often thrive in busy work environments.
A very real advantage to the gaming industry is that veterans are viewed as trustworthy employees. This is an important feature of some industries where employees handle large amounts of cash and customer personal information.
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