Embalmer/Funeral Director Details

Embalmer/Funeral Director

UNITED STATES ARMY / ARMY RESERVE - Monterey Park, CA

Employment Type : Full-Time

*** ACCEPTANCE OF THIS POSITION REQUIRES ENLISTMENT INTO THE UNITED STATES ARMY ***

The mortuary affairs specialist is primarily responsible for prepping the remains of his/her fallen brothers and sisters in arms for burial.

This is an entry level position with no experience necessary.

Position Responsibilities

As a Mortuary Affairs Specialist, you'll draw upon specialized medical training and the upmost respect and compassion to handle the remains and personal effects of soldiers who have fallen in the line of duty. This includes locating and identifying remains in the field, ensuring safe transport of the deceased and their belongings, and assisting with arrangements and military honors at their burial site. You will also inventory and safeguard effects and serve as a specialist at the U.S. Army’s Central Identification Laboratory in Hawaii.

• Complete the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)
• Attend Basic Combat Training (BCT) for 10 weeks with pay
• Attend Advanced Individual Training (AIT) for 7 weeks with pay

Basic Qualifications:

• Age - 17 to 34 years old
• Education – High School graduate or GED holder; high school seniors also qualify
• Citizenship - U.S. Citizen/Permanent Resident
• Willing to undergo background and medical screening

Benefits:

• Up to $40K bonus
• Up to $115,000 for additional education benefits
• 30 days vacation with pay per year
• Additional living expenses for those who have dependents

Work locations include all 50 states, Germany, and South Korea.

When you are interested in finding out more about this position, please apply now and within 24-48 hours, you will receive an email/text from a recruiter to schedule your interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $45,275.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Contract Length:

• More than 1 year
• Varies

Hours per week:

• 30-39

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
• Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place