Fort Leavenworth — Transition Guide
Everything you need to plan your transition from Fort Leavenworth in Leavenworth, KS. Local job market, VA resources, and KS veteran benefits.
ACTIVE DUTY
4,500
TOTAL COMMUNITY
11,000
MAJOR UNITS
4
TAP OFFICE
Yes
Major Units at Fort Leavenworth
Kansas City, KS-MO Job Market
The Kansas City, KS-MO metro area is the local job market for veterans transitioning from Fort Leavenworth. Many veterans choose to stay in the area due to established community ties.
Transition Tips
- 1.Start your job search 6-12 months before separation
- 2.Attend Fort Leavenworth's TAP workshops and career fairs
- 3.Connect with local veteran employment organizations
- 4.Research Kansas City, KS-MO cost of living and salary ranges
Kansas Resources
- •10 VA facilities in Kansas
- •190K veterans in Kansas
- •State veteran benefits and tax exemptions
Army Career Translation Guides
Explore civilian career paths for Army occupations commonly found at Fort Leavenworth.
Bradley Fighting Vehicle System Maintainer
5 career paths
AH-64 Armament/Electrical/Avionic Systems Repairer
4 career paths
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Specialist
4 career paths
Watercraft Operator
5 career paths
Fire Control Specialist
4 career paths
Carpentry and Masonry Specialist (now 12W)
4 career paths
Public Affairs Broadcast Specialist (now 46S)
4 career paths
Air Defense C4I Tactical Operations Center Operator/Maintainer (now 14G/14H)
4 career paths
VA Claims & Disability
Start your VA disability claim before or after separating from Fort Leavenworth. File a Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) claim 90-180 days before separation for faster processing.
Plan Your Transition from Fort Leavenworth
Use our free toolkit to translate your MOS, build your civilian resume, track VA claims, and explore Kansas benefits — all in one place.