Monday - Friday; 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM.
Position is within the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery.
Standard 40.0 hours.
Job Requisition NumberJR103617 CEMETERY SPECIALIST (Open)Pay GradeC00314 AClassificationCemetery SpecialistClass DefinitionGENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform diverse duties in assisting with the daily operations at the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under general supervision with latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgment; instructions usually given at the beginning of assignments involving a new type of work; work is generally in final form when completed and is subject to review.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises and reviews the work of laborers and cemetery aides, assigning tasks and reviewing work performed to ensure conformance to procedures and instructions.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
To perform diverse duties in assisting with the daily operations at the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery.
To assist with committal services and burials, and the installation and care of grave markers.
To care for graves and surrounding areas.
To provide routine maintenance and general upkeep of equipment and buildings.
To weed, rake, prune, plant, water, and generally care for gardens and the nursery; and to assist with the care of open spaces, ponds and wooded areas.
To participate in the Memorial Day flagging program and to distribute flags and holders.
To seed, water, fertilize, and care for grass areas.
To operate lawnmowers, backhoes, hydraulic cranes, and similar motor equipment.
To do related work as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of the methods and practices applied to the operation and maintenance of cemetery grounds and facilities; the ability to perform duties related to such functions; a working knowledge of the methods and techniques of grounds keeping including fertilizing, top dressing, and grass seeding; a thorough knowledge of the state laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles; skill in operation and routine maintenance of motorized equipment particularly backhoes and hydraulic cranes and similar types of heavy equipment; the ability to operate and make minor repairs to various equipment and hand tools used in grounds maintenance; a general knowledge of such quality that reflects a caring attitude when meeting the public at the committal services and while on the grounds of the cemetery; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from high school; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a responsible position in the maintenance and daily operations of a cemetery or public park.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above
education and experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: At the time of appointment and continually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, must possess the following:
1. Hoisting Engineer’s License with hydraulic crane and excavation equipment endorsements issued by the Rhode Island Department of Labor.
2. Must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.
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For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.
Skills Required
- Graduation from a senior high school or substantially equivalent education and experience
- Experience in a supervisory capacity overseeing motor pool and maintenance programs, or substantially equivalent education and experience
- Employment eligibility validation through E-Verify
What We Do
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