Cemetery Caretaker, Senior – Limited Term Employment

Deadline: The first resume review will be 11:59 p.m. on November 9, 2026. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed periodically until the department's needs are met.

Contact: Lizzy Smith, Human Resources Assistant - Advanced, Elizabeth.smith@wisconsin.gov, 608-267-1351

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
Making a difference in the lives of Wisconsin veterans

The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) currently has a Limited Term Employment (LTE) opportunity for a Cemetery Caretaker - Senior position at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery (SWVMC).

The SWVMC is situated on state-owned farmland at the Southern Wisconsin Center, located near Union Grove, WI, and provides a final resting place for eligible veterans, spouses, and dependents. Conveniently located just west of Racine, minutes from Interstate 94, the 105-acre cemetery encompasses gently rolling hills with serene, natural beauty.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a talented and diverse workforce.

This position is responsible for general grounds maintenance. Lawn care (e.g., trimming, mowing, edging, etc.) is not currently a responsibility of this position.

This position generally works two to three days per week. During the month of May leading up to Memorial Day, during training, and at various times throughout the year, the schedule may increase up to five days per week to meet seasonal operational needs. Work hours are typically between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Due to the nature of this position’s duties, the work will be performed outdoors in varying weather conditions, sometimes in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.

LTE jobs are limited to 1039 hours in a 12-month period and do not include employee benefits.

Due to the nature of the positions, WDVA will conduct a criminal background check prior to an offer of employment.

Minimally qualified applicants will have training or experience:

• Operating outdoor equipment (e.g., lawn mowers, tractors, skid loaders, etc.); or

• Performing general gardening or landscaping duties.

  
  

To be eligible for consideration for a position, complete the online application process. You will be required to attach a resume. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service. To ease the application process, upload your resume to WiscJobs prior to attaching it. Ensure your documents are in a Word or PDF compatible format. It is critically important that your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated job qualifications list in the “Qualifications” section of the job announcement. Please review our helpful tips for developing your resume. You cannot update or change your application materials once you have submitted them.

After the established deadline, one or more job experts will review resumes, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next steps of the selection process. Failure to complete all steps of the online process will result in an incomplete application, which will not be considered. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via email or phone. Make certain your contact information is correct and check your messages regularly.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For information on veterans’ hiring programs that may benefit you, go to the Employment Assistance page on WDVA's website.

If you have questions regarding an accommodation for the application process, contact: Lizzy Smith, Human Resources Assistant - Advanced, Elizabeth.smith@wisconsin.gov, 608-267-1351.

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The first resume review will be 11:59 p.m. on November 9, 2026. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed periodically until the department's needs are met.