MILITARY HONOR GUARD SPECIALIST I
Bugler
Recruitment #19-003700-0002
Department | MIL State Operations |
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Date Opened | 10/23/2019 1:37:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 11/6/2019 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $26,929.00 - $41,786.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Angela Stokes |
Work Location |
Baltimore County
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GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
White Oak Readiness Center
12200 Cherry Hill Rd.
Silver Springs, MD 20904
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Performs TAPS at military funerals and ceremonies
Performs tasks 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
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: None.
Note: Candidates may substitute experience as a uniformed honor guard at burial services for veterans on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
Six (6) months of experience playing Taps using trumpet or bugle.
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 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 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
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to:
angela.stokes1@maryland.gov
MD Military Department
ATTN: Angela Stokes
29th Division St., Rm B10
Baltimore, MD 21201
Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
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