Veteran Benchmarking

Veteran Benchmarking evaluates an organization’s veteran representation against relevant external benchmarks, such as national and regional labor force data. This analysis provides context around hiring and employment outcomes without establishing quotas or mandates.

Measuring Veteran Representation With Clarity and Confidence

Veteran Benchmarking helps organizations understand how veteran representation within their workforce compares to available labor market data. Rather than relying on outdated assumptions or rigid targets, Lighthouse provides clear, data-driven benchmarks that support informed decision-making and responsible workforce planning.

Our approach is designed to support transparency, consistency, and defensibility in employment practices—especially in today’s evolving regulatory environment.

Who This Service Is For

  • Employ or actively recruit veterans
  • Want insight into workforce composition without legacy affirmative action frameworks
  • Need clear documentation for internal leadership or external review
  • Prefer expert-led analysis rather than self-managed tools

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Veteran Benchmarking required?

While requirements vary by organization, many employers continue to benchmark veteran representation for internal governance, reporting consistency, or audit preparedness. This service supports informed decision-making without creating compliance obligations.

Does this replace VETS-4212 reporting?

No. Veteran Benchmarking is an analytical service, while VETS-4212 is a federally required report for covered contractors. Many clients use both together for a complete picture.

Does Lighthouse set veteran hiring goals?

No. Lighthouse does not establish hiring goals, quotas, or targets. The analysis is strictly informational and benchmark-based.

Key Advantages

Data-Driven Context – Understand veteran representation relative to real labor market benchmarks

No Quotas or Targets – Analysis without goal-setting or prescriptive outcomes

Audit-Ready Documentation – Clear methodology and documented results

Low Operational Burden – No software to learn or maintain

Aligned With Current Regulations – Designed for today’s compliance landscape

Let’s move forward with confidence

If you’re looking for a thoughtful, experienced approach to workforce compliance, we’re here to help.

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