Military Funeral Honors Supervisor - Kansas City

Job Location: 7600 Ozark Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64129

About the role

Works under the direct supervision of the Military Funeral Honors Area Supervisor. Provides Military Funeral Honors support over a multi-county area. Responsible for training subordinate workers, personnel assigned to National Guard units, and Veterans Organizations. Makes independent decisions concerning the procedures of accomplishing each mission. Supervises a moderate-sized team of highly trained specialized personnel capable of performing unique military ceremonial honors tasks. Prepares payroll documents, leave requests, and other administrative requirements concerning team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform Military Funeral Honors for fallen veterans
• Train subordinate workers and personnel assigned to National Guard units and Veterans Organizations
• Manage a team and maintain a military atmosphere
• Prepare payroll documents, leave requests, and other administrative requirements

Requirements

• Working knowledge of military structure, capabilities, and procedures
• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of office organization and management
• Possess and maintain a current Missouri Driver’s License
• Ability to manage a team and maintain a military atmosphere

Qualifications

Minimum

• Working knowledge of military structure, capabilities, and procedures
• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of office organization and management
• Current Missouri Driver’s License

Preferred

• Current or former military service status with an Honorable Discharge
• One year of experience as a Military Funeral Honors Team Member or three years of experience in a leadership position at the E-5 level or above
• Ability to function in a high-stress environment involving multiple requirements
• Graduation from a Non-Commissioned Officer Basic Course or equivalent

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis for denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes:

• A defined pension plan
• Generous amounts of leave and holiday time
• Eligibility for health insurance coverage

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Receive Annual and Sick Leave along with Military Leave if currently in the Missouri National Guard or Reserves.