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Funeral Arranger roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in mortuary science or a closely related field. Employers must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS. Cap-subject registrations open each March for an October 1 start date.
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Why you’ll love this position
Job Location: This position will be located at 2302 Militia Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65101.
Responsible for the overall area program direction and coordination of the Missouri Military Funeral Honors Program (MMFHP). Supports requests throughout the area of responsibility for Military Funeral Honors support to veterans; and develop, maintain policies, procedures, and standing operations procedures (SOP), within assigned area, for military honors detail performance. Receive Annual and Sick Leave along with Military Leave if currently in the Missouri National Guard or Reserves.
Responsibilities
What you’ll do
- Ensures all Funeral Honors are provided to Veterans and Service Members in accordance with state and federal law.
- Coordinates with the Regional Casualty Assistance Center (CAC), Funeral Home, Honor Guard, and supporting military units to ensure all requests for MFH are supported.
- Coordinates on a regional basis the fulfillment of military members to support requests for MFH ceremonies for deceased veterans. As required, coordinate Veteran Service Organization (VSO) support in the absence of the Area Coordinator.
- Ensures all Honor Guard members are in compliance with AR670-1 (Uniforms and Insignia), FM 21-20 (Physical Fitness Standard), and all other applicable regulations policies governing the Honor Guard program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
All you need for success
- Working knowledge of military structure, capabilities, and procedures.
- Working knowledge of the principles and practices of office organization and management.
- Possess and maintain a current Missouri Driver’s License.
- Ability to manage a team and maintain a military atmosphere.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current or prior Non-Commissioned Officer or Company Grade Officer.
- Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions and to maintain complex records.
- Ability to function in a high stress environment involving multi-tasking requirements.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external agencies.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
JOB DETAILS
More reasons to love this position
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
CONTACT DETAILS
If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:
Department of National Guard, Human Resources, (573) 638-9618 or hr.ng@mong.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.
JOB SUMMARY
Why you’ll love this position
Job Location: This position will be located at 2302 Militia Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65101.
Responsible for the overall area program direction and coordination of the Missouri Military Funeral Honors Program (MMFHP). Supports requests throughout the area of responsibility for Military Funeral Honors support to veterans; and develop, maintain policies, procedures, and standing operations procedures (SOP), within assigned area, for military honors detail performance. Receive Annual and Sick Leave along with Military Leave if currently in the Missouri National Guard or Reserves.
Responsibilities
What you’ll do
- Ensures all Funeral Honors are provided to Veterans and Service Members in accordance with state and federal law.
- Coordinates with the Regional Casualty Assistance Center (CAC), Funeral Home, Honor Guard, and supporting military units to ensure all requests for MFH are supported.
- Coordinates on a regional basis the fulfillment of military members to support requests for MFH ceremonies for deceased veterans. As required, coordinate Veteran Service Organization (VSO) support in the absence of the Area Coordinator.
- Ensures all Honor Guard members are in compliance with AR670-1 (Uniforms and Insignia), FM 21-20 (Physical Fitness Standard), and all other applicable regulations policies governing the Honor Guard program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
All you need for success
- Working knowledge of military structure, capabilities, and procedures.
- Working knowledge of the principles and practices of office organization and management.
- Possess and maintain a current Missouri Driver’s License.
- Ability to manage a team and maintain a military atmosphere.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current or prior Non-Commissioned Officer or Company Grade Officer.
- Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions and to maintain complex records.
- Ability to function in a high stress environment involving multi-tasking requirements.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external agencies.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
JOB DETAILS
More reasons to love this position
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
CONTACT DETAILS
If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:
Department of National Guard, Human Resources, (573) 638-9618 or hr.ng@mong.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Funeral Arranger
Verify your mortuary science degree qualifies
H-1B approval hinges on degree-job alignment. Pull the O*NET profile for Funeral Arrangers and confirm your credential maps to the specialty occupation definition USCIS applies during adjudication. A mismatch triggers an RFE.
Check employer LCA history before applying
Target funeral homes and death-care groups that have filed Labor Condition Applications for this role before. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B filing history so you're not starting the sponsorship conversation from scratch.
Confirm state funeral director licensure before offers
Most states require a funeral director or embalmer license as a condition of employment. Secure your state license or confirm reciprocity before negotiating an offer, since USCIS will scrutinize whether you can legally perform the role on day one.
Request prevailing wage documentation from your employer
Your employer must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your area and job level. Run the OFLC Wage Search yourself to verify the level before signing an offer letter, since the LCA locks in the wage.
Register during the March H-1B lottery window
Cap-subject H-1B petitions require electronic registration through USCIS each March. Miss that window and you wait another year. Coordinate with your employer's immigration counsel at least 60 days before the registration period opens.
Prepare a specialty occupation support letter early
Funeral arranging faces RFE risk because officers sometimes question whether the role requires a bachelor's degree. Work with your employer to draft a detailed job duty letter citing the specific educational requirement before the I-129 is filed.
H-1B Visa Funeral Arranger: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Funeral Arranger role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but the employer must demonstrate the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in mortuary science or a directly related field. USCIS reviews job duties, industry practice, and the employer's actual requirements. Roles that accept any degree field or substitute experience for education face higher RFE rates, so the job description wording matters significantly.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Funeral Arrangers?
Larger funeral home chains and death-care corporations are more likely to have the HR infrastructure and legal support to sponsor H-1B petitions than independent single-location funeral homes. Employers already enrolled in E-Verify and those with prior LCA filings in this occupation are your strongest targets. Browse verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate to identify which companies have active filing history for this role.
How does state funeral director licensing affect my H-1B petition?
State licensure is a practical prerequisite that USCIS may treat as evidence of the specialty occupation requirement. If your state requires a mortuary science degree for licensure, that supports your petition. If you're not yet licensed, USCIS may question whether you can perform the duties on your start date, which can delay or complicate approval.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a different funeral home employer?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you move to a new employer once your petition has been pending for 180 days or has been approved, as long as the new role is in the same or a similar occupation. The new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition with USCIS before or when you start working for them.
What happens to my H-1B status if the funeral home closes or eliminates my position?
You enter a 60-day grace period during which you can find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or prepare to depart. Your prior employer is required to pay for your return transportation to your home country if you're laid off. Filing an H-1B transfer petition with a new employer before the grace period ends preserves your status.