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9/22/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
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Veterans Cemetery Superintendent
Pay Grade
12
Salary
$3,237.88 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
General Government Cabinet | Department of Veterans Affairs
Location
100 Veterans Memorial Drive
Grayson, KY 41143 USA
Grayson, KY 41143 USA
Description
Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Northeast is located in Greenup Co., KY. It is a state owned cemetery maintaining
national cemetery standards to provide dignity and respect to veterans and their families.
The Veterans Cemetery Superintendent participates in all burial operations for veterans and eligible family members, as well as special events such as ceremonies for Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Wreaths Across America, etc. Additionally, this position is responsible for maintaining the grounds and gravesites within the veterans’ cemetery.
KDVA is looking for a career-minded, self- motivated and energetic Veterans Cemetery Superintendent to work in our Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Northeast, who possesses the skills, knowledge and desire to perform the following:
The Veterans Cemetery Superintendent participates in all burial operations for veterans and eligible family members, as well as special events such as ceremonies for Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Wreaths Across America, etc. Additionally, this position is responsible for maintaining the grounds and gravesites within the veterans’ cemetery.
KDVA is looking for a career-minded, self- motivated and energetic Veterans Cemetery Superintendent to work in our Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Northeast, who possesses the skills, knowledge and desire to perform the following:
- Assist Cemetery Director with all interment operations
- Operate heavy machinery
- Supervise Cemetery Caretakers
- Prepare reports and track costs
- General maintenance of cemetery equipment, grounds and buildings
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
Must have three years of experience in cemetery care taking, grounds maintenance, golf course greens keeping, landscaping, farming, military service, or other related experience.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
College courses or technical training in horticulture or a related area will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Work is performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Operates power equipment and handles pesticides.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Shane LaGrone at shane.lagrone@ky.gov or 502-782-5731.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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