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Job Class #27-14 FLSA Exempt
Non Civil Service
Identification
Position Title: Cemetery Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Cemetery
Supervisor: Parks & Recreation Director
Job Summary
Under direction, supervises and directs work crews, and participates in the operation and maintenance
of the City’s Oakland Cemetery and related areas.
Job Scope
Directly supervises two employees, plus others on occasion. Prepares and administers the annual
budget for the division. Monitors expenditures during the year and makes recommendations for budget
modifications or additional funds.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Develops, maintains and coordinates policies for the operation of the division.
Listens and responds to complaints, suggestions and ideas from the general public regarding division
activities.
Supervises and participates in year round maintenance of cemetery grounds, buildings and other
assigned areas.
Interviews and hires permanent and hourly employees.
Supervises, trains and evaluates work performance of assigned crews; disciplines as necessary.
Prepares division budget and monitors expenditures; reviews and approves operating expenditures.
Prepares and recommends cost estimates for capital improvement projects; serves as project
manager when assigned.
Maintains cemetery grounds and other related areas including construction, cement work, plumbing,
electrical work and carpentry.
Provides for or performs repairs and maintenance of equipment, small tractors and attachments, gas
powered lawn mowers, cord trimmers and edgers and chain saws.
Operates light and heavy trucks and tractors with a variety of attachments.
Directs and assists with internments and disinternments; prepares graves, sets up tents and chairs
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and ASSEMBLES equipment for graveside services.
Shows and sells burial plots; maintains computerized records of lot sales, burials and location of
burials; assists public with deed transactions and lot repurchases.
Receives funeral service information from funeral directors or family members; answers inquiries
regarding general funeral services operations.
Maintains proper records regarding personnel, purchases, projects, safety, etc.
Maintains job records and prepares reports as required.
Removes snow and ice and distributes salt and sand on cemetery roads, sidewalks and several other
bridges and walks in assigned areas.
Responds to requests for family history information.
Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace
and community.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The physical demands and work environment conditions described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job and are
encountered while performing those essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands
to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is
required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required
to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently
lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific
vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision,
depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical
parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and vibration. The employee is
occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. Employee may be
exposed to moving traffic and potential mechanical, chemical and electrical hazards.
The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
High school diploma or equivalent required. A minimum of two years responsible supervisory
experience in community park, cemetery or grounds management required. Iowa Commercial Pesticide
Applicator Certification required within six months of appointment. Valid driver’s license with a
satisfactory driving record required. Must be 18 years of age per Iowa Code 92.8. Must pass criminal
background check.
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Preferred Education, Experience and Certification
Three years of experience in grounds maintenance preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to make analytical decisions based on department policy standards. Knowledge of general
construction methods including basic carpentry, plumbing and electrical construction, and landscaping.
Knowledge of turf and ground maintenance. Knowledge of cemetery rules and regulations. Skills in
operating and maintaining heavy and light equipment used in cemetery maintenance. Skills in the use
of hand and power tools. Ability to read and comprehend maps, City ordinances, and equipment
manuals. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements. Ability to use a
computer. Ability to maintain computerized daily records and prepare written reports. Skills in
scheduling, assigning and supervising the work of subordinates.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.