Deadline: The first resume review will be 11:59 p.m. on September 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 an Office Associate position to serve as part of the team at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery (NWVMC).

The NWVMC is located near the City of Spooner and is easily accessible off Highway 53 between Eau Claire and Superior. The cemetery is surrounded by forest and provides a welcoming north woods atmosphere.

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

Under the general supervision of the Cemetery Director, these positions perform a variety of administrative duties in support of cemetery operations. Areas of responsibility include coordination of committal, interment, and pre-registration programs in accordance with prescribed operating/regulatory requirements; organization of record keeping, correspondence and filing. These positions assist with coordinating funeral service activities with funeral homes, family members, and cemetery personnel.

Review the position description for additional information about the position’s duties and responsibilities. 

The starting pay rate for the Office Associate position is $21.44 an hour. 

This classification is in Pay Schedule 02, Pay Range 09. Pay will be set in accordance with the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan in effect at the time of hire. For current and eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan, effective at the time of hire. 

This job does not offer employee benefits. 

This position is not represented by a bargaining unit. 

This position is part-time. Around 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 of this position will be performed both indoors and 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.
 

The incumbent must meet the requirements to operate a State of Wisconsin Fleet vehicle.

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

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of appointment. The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs does not sponsor work or student visas and is not an eligible OPT employer for those with F1 visas. WDVA participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information for all new employees to confirm authorization to work in the U.S.

Minimally qualified applicants will have training and/or experience with ALL of the following:

• Office administration (e.g., record keeping, form completion, confidential information, scanning/printing, etc.); AND

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.); AND

• Excellent customer service skills.

Per Wisconsin Statute 230.26, Wisconsin residency is required for LTE appointments. Review the definition of Wisconsin residency for LTE employment.

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 September 9, 2026. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed periodically until the department's needs are met.