A Hanford Site contractor recently received the U.S. Department of Labor award for exemplary efforts in recruiting, employing and retaining the nation’s veterans. February 17, 2026
Office of Environmental Management
February 17, 2026
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RICHLAND, Wash. — A Hanford Site contractor recently received the U.S. Department of Labor award for exemplary efforts in recruiting, employing and retaining the nation’s veterans — the Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans (HIRE Vets) Gold Medallion Award.
Through their Veterans Advocacy for Learning, Opportunities and Resources (VALOR) program, Hanford Field Office contractor Hanford Mission Integration Solutions (HMIS) earned this honor for the mentorship, leadership development and other resources they provide to veteran employees at HMIS and veterans throughout the community.
“We’re proud to support those who have served, whether they’re just starting their civilian careers or continuing to grow with us,” said Maria Marler, U.S. Army veteran and HMIS human resources specialist, pictured above with HMIS Equal Employment Opportunity officer Sarah Vines, left, and HMIS vice president of Workforce Solutions Julie Lindstrom, right.
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