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CEMETERY DIRECTOR - Range 22 / EXE Print ( Apply ufeff CEMETERY DIRECTOR - Range 22 / EXE Salary $30.25 - $71.06 Hourly Location Anchorage, AK Job Type Regular Job Number 2025-00972 Department Parks & Recreation Department Division Municipal Cemetery Opening Date 11/03/2025 Closing Date Continuous + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Information Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee. This is an executive position (no union affiliation) and serves at the pleasure of the Mayor. DEPARTMENT : Parks and Recreation HOURS OF WORK : Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm LOCATION : 535 E 9th Ave, Anchorage To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances. Example of Duties Serve as principle executive manager of the Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery. Establish and preserve a serene dignified setting to honor the deceased. Tactfully and compassionately assist family members and local funeral homes in selecting burial locations for loved ones. Work in cooperation with the many different cultures and religions of Alaska to promote an environment the provides an opportunity for healthy grieving. Preserve the Cemetery's beauty and tranquility through skillful contract management. Manage the Cemetery database and grave site locator maps, which require meticulous attention to detail. Formulate and implement Cemetery plans, policies and procedures to ensure the continued improvement of the Cemetery. Formulate the long and short term goals of the Cemetery. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and nine (9) years of experience conducting research, investigations, litigation, report writing, program management, and/or program support. OR Associateu2019s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting or a similar discipline and seven (7) years of experience conducting research, investigations, litigation, report writing, program management, and/or program support. OR Bacheloru2019s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, Accounting or a similar discipline and five (5) years of experience conducting research, investigations, litigation, report writing, program management, and/or program support. OR Masteru2019s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting or a similar discipline and three (3) years of experience conducting research, investigations, litigation, report writing, program management, and/or program support. A valid State of Alaska Driveru2019s License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire. Instructions to Applicants: + Submit a cover letter summarizing your qualifications for and interest in this position. + Submit a comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae. + Submit contact information for three professional references. + Submit proof of highest education/degree awarded. + If you referenced any certifications or licenses on your resume, submit a copy. + If active military service is on your resume, submit a DD Form 214. + Submit a current copy of your driver's license and satisfactory driving records. Additional Important Information The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to. E-Verifyu00ae is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment. If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a copy of the applicant's Alaska driver's license and a current copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicles' driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaskan driver's license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. ((Download PDF reader) All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment. Military Service Interview Preference Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration. Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individualu2019s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration. The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion. Application Process Once an applicant selects on the