MILITARY HONOR GUARD SPECIALIST LEAD
Recruitment #19-003702-0001
Department | MIL State Operations |
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Date Opened | 11/13/2019 08:43:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 11/27/2019 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $30,307.00 - $47,317.00/year |
Employment Type |
Part-Time
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HR Analyst | Angela Stokes |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
Harford |
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
301 Old Bay Lane, Havre DeGrace, MD 21078
2620 Winchester St., Baltimore, MD 21216
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Leads, coordinates, assigns and reviews the tasks of team members performing Military Funeral Ceremonies.
Conducts regular inspections of team uniforms, equipment, vehicles, weapons and supplies.
Performs tasks in any of a number of specialized team positions such as pall bearing, folding and/or presentation of the United States Flag according to standard procedures.
Executes military drill and ceremony maneuvers.
Operates, maintains and safeguards military weapons.
Travels frequently within an assigned geographical area.
Prepares various reports.
Conducts drill and ceremony training and instructions for funeral details.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: One year of experience serving as a uniformed honor guard at burial services for veterans.
Note: Candidates may substitute additional experience as a uniformed honor guard at burial services for veterans on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
a) Be active or retired members of the Maryland National Guard or retired in good standing from the Armed Forces of the United States.
b) Successfully complete an eight hour gun safety and usage weapons class.
c) Successfully complete one hundred and forty hours of honor guard training including eighty hours of attendance at the Army or Air Force Honor Guard School.
2 Employees in this classification must have completed Military Basic Training.
3 Employees in this classification are required to successfully pass all physical fitness standards, appearance and training requirements set forth in Army Regulation 600-9 and Air Force Instruction 40-502, effective April 2002.
4. Employees in this classification will be required to bear firearms, and to
demonstrate practical knowledge and proficiency in the safe use and care of
of firearms on a periodic basis.
5. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in
accordance with the Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for
Illegal Use of Drugs.
6. Employees in this classification must not be under any disciplinary action and are subject to background investigations, including regular criminal history checks.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please read the job announcement in its entirety before applying for this recruitment. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of candidates eligible for hire.
RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETING THE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.
For education obtained outside of the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation will be required prior to hire.
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the State application.
Online applications are STRONGLY recommended; if you do not have internet access, please
mail your application by the closing date to:
MD Military Department
ATTN: Angela Stokes
29th Division St., Rm B10
Baltimore, MD 21201
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.