Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Department are met.

Contact: Evan Holzhueter, Human Resources Assistant – Advanced, evan.holzhueter@wisconsin.gov.

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
Making a difference in the lives of Wisconsin veterans.

The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is recruiting for two Limited Term Employment (LTE) Office Associate positions at our Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery (SWVMC) in Union Grove, WI.

Situated on state-owned farmland at the Southern Wisconsin Center, the 105-acre cemetery site encompasses gently rolling hills with serene, natural beauty. The cemetery is conveniently located in southeastern Wisconsin and easily accessible from the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee, Racine and Kenosha.

Under general supervision of the Cemetery Director, this position performs a variety of administrative duties in support of cemetery operations. Areas of responsibility include coordination of committal, interment, and pre-registration programs in accordance with prescribed operating/regulatory requirements; organization of record keeping, correspondence and filing. The position provides oversight and coordinates funeral service activities with funeral homes, family members, and cemetery personnel.

The wage is $17.51 per hour. This job does not offer employee benefits.

This position is in pay schedule and range 02-09.

This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.

This position may work up to 40 hours a week.

The duties of this position require working outdoors in support of funeral services as necessary. This position also supports the grounds staff with the loading and unloading of the casket or cremated remains for transportation to the grave site.

The incumbent must possess or be eligible to obtain a valid Wisconsin driver's license prior to appointment and be able to meet and maintain the standards for driving a state vehicle according to fleet management policies.

LTE jobs are limited to 1039 hours in a 12-month period and do not include employee benefits.

Due to the nature of the positions, WDVA will conduct criminal background checks prior to an offer of employment.

All state employees are required to report their COVID vaccination status, whether they are vaccinated or not, and must provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment.

Minimally qualified applicants will have training and/or experience with office administration (e.g. record keeping, customer service, form completion, etc.).

Per Wisconsin Statute 230.26, Wisconsin residency is required for LTE appointments.

To be eligible for consideration for a position, complete the online application process. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service. You will be required to attach a resume or complete a work history. You do not need to do both. To ease the application process, upload your resume to WiscJobs prior to attaching it.

Periodically, applicant materials will be reviewed, and qualified applicants will be asked to participate in the next step of the hiring process. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via email or phone. Make certain your contact information is correct and check your messages regularly.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For information on veterans’ hiring programs that may benefit you, go to the Employment Assistance page on WDVA's website.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without WDVA sponsorship) at the time of application.

If you have questions regarding an accommodation for the application process, contact Evan Holzhueter, Human Resources Assistant – Advanced, evan.holzhueter@wisconsin.gov.

Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Department are met.