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MILITARY FUNERAL HONOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Army National Guard Units · Posted 8 days ago
On-site Las Vegas, NV $63K – $82K Apply by Jun 17, 2027 Miscellaneous Administration And Program ENTJESTJINFJINFP Operations
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This position is for a MILITARY FUNERAL HONOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR, PD# D2023000, part of the Nevada Army National Guard. The purpose of the position is to serve as the primary point of contact, coordinator, and manager of the daily functions of the Military Funeral Honors Program, and serve as the advisor for questions regarding Military Funeral Honors and to provide Casualty Assistance as required.
What You'll Do
- →Performs program development and the coordination of functions for the Military Funeral Honors Program (MFHP), which provides military funeral honor ceremonies for service members and veterans.
- →The position serves as an agency coordinator for the statewide MFHP in promotion and coordination of the program through the education of the State's National Guard, active component, veteran's service organizations, and other Veteran's advocacy groups.
- →Develops, implements, interprets, and publishes SOPs, policies, operating regulations, and procedures.
- →Plans, develops, schedules, and makes recommendations for changes to MFHP.
- →Responsible for creating a cooperative network of agencies, organizations, and individuals whose interactions can lead to an improved Military Funeral Honors Program.
- →Develops, manages, and coordinates MFHP training for the state.
- →Is responsible for maintaining the documentation and recording the certifications into the various NGB required systems.
- →Recruits, organizes, and trains National Guardsmen from within the Guard communities to render Military Funeral Honors in a professional and dignified manner.
- →The Military Funeral Honors Manager coordinates with NGB and the Regional Casualty Assistance Coordinator (CAC) for assistance and support in the conducting of training for the Military Funeral Honors/Casualty Assistance Programs in support of the State's Program.
- →Serves as the primary point of contact, coordinator, and advisor for questions regarding Military Funeral Honors and/or Casualty Assistance.
- →Receives request for Honor Guard support, verifies eligibility, and assigns appropriate Funeral Honors Staff to perform the ceremony.
- →Provides advisory services to family members of deceased military members (current and former), and serves as a liaison between the family, funeral directors, veterans services organizations, Veterans Affairs offices, National Guard Bureau (NGB), Regional CAC, and other military services.
- →Provides assistance to the family members by advising them of the deceased member's entitlements and provides information or assistance with filling out any required forms.
- →Maintains files and libraries of current funeral/casualty assistance material including policies, procedures, and guidance from Department of Defense (DoD), NGB, Regional CAC, and the Veterans Administration.
Requirements
- ✓MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement.
- ✓In compliance with Title 32 United States Code, the compatible military skill set is determined by the applicable service manpower requirements.
- ✓Upon selection, individuals are assigned to the authorized position and its compatible military skill in accordance with Army skill classification directives, statutes, and National Guard Bureau regulations.
- ✓The Dual Status technician must obtain and maintain all military skill requirements in regard to training, education, certifications, experience.
- ✓If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
- ✓You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission. - For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license.
- ✓There is no specific education requirement for this position.
- ✓The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.
- ✓You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Training/Educational claims.
- ✓To receive credit for Training/Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Training/Education requirements for this position.
Personality Fit
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