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Hybrid Sexton at Town of Mansfield/Mansfield Board of Education, CT

Town of Mansfield/Mansfield Board of Education, CT · Mansfield, United States Of America · Hybrid

2025-08-06 14:00:00.0

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JobID: 848

Position Type:
Town of Mansfield

Date Posted:
8/5/2025

Location:
Audrey P. Beck Municipal Building

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

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Town of Mansfield
Position Announcement
Sexton

The Opportunity
The Town of Mansfield (www.mansfieldct.gov) is hiring a part-time Cemetery Sexton to oversee the operation and maintenance of all Town-owned cemeteries. This is a unique opportunity to serve a meaningful role in the community by coordinating burials, maintaining accurate burial records, and assisting residents during important moments in their lives.

This position performs the statutory duties of a sexton as defined in Connecticut General Statutes §7-66. The Sexton works in partnership with the Town Clerk’s Office, Department of Public Works, and the Cemetery Advisory Board to manage burial records, coordinate interments, and support the overall care and long-term planning of the Town’s 14 cemeteries.
Duties will include, but are not limited to:

Performs the duties of Sexton as defined in C.G.S. §7-66 for all Town-owned cemeteries including specifying the place of burial by sections, lot or grave or other place of interment on the burial permit and the submission of monthly burial reports to the Registrar of Vital Statistic’s Office (Town Clerk’s office).
Oversees and coordinates the sale of burial plots in the Town’s cemeteries and records the purchases in the Cemetery Books and on the maps. The Town Clerk will issue the deeds.
Collects and submits payments related to the sale of burial plots in the Town’s cemeteries to the Town Clerk’s office within ten days of receipt of payments.
Marks the plots for burials in Town owned cemeteries.
Coordinates with contractors for the care and maintenance of Town-owned cemeteries including but not limited to mowing, seasonal clean-up, plowing, stone repairs, and stone placements.
Performs meticulous data entry into the cemetery records. Data entered for each cemetery page may include but is not limited to detailed information about specific cemetery lots, including purchases, transfers, burials, special notes, and any restrictions.
Coordinates the excavation of the plots for burials in Town owned cemeteries.
Marks the plots for installation of memorial markers and ensures customer and contractor adherence to the cemetery rules regarding stone sizes and placement
Attends the internments in Town owned cemeteries whenever possible to ensure coordination between the parties.
Maintains the written burial records of the Town. The electronic records will be maintained by the Town Clerk’s Office.
Attends and provides technical assistance to the Cemetery Advisory Board regarding the management and future needs of the cemeteries.

This position supports the Town’s goal of preserving the dignity, history, and accessibility of its cemeteries while providing essential public service to families in need.

About us
Mansfield, with a population of approximately 26,000, is located in the Northeastern portion of the state, better known as Connecticut’s Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor. Home to the University of Connecticut, Mansfield offers the unique blend of urban (Downtown Storrs - www.mansfieldmdp.org), suburban, and rural living in a university setting. Mansfield has a variety of cultural and educational offerings, as well as an abundance of natural resources ideal for activities such as hiking, cycling, and kayaking. Mansfield is a Council-Manager form of government, with the Town Manager serving as the Chief Executive Officer responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Town.

Compensation
The salary range is $25.01-$29.98 per hour. Part-time, non-benefits eligible employees working for the Town of Mansfield are required to participate in a social security alternative plan which is a 457 tax deferred compensation plan. This position is also eligible to accrue and use sick leave through the Connecticut Paid Sick Leave law. Outside of the tax-deferred compensation plan and paid sick leave, there are no additional employer paid benefits with this position.

Work Schedule & Location
The selected candidate will be scheduled for 7-8 hours per week. The work locations for this position are the Town’s cemeteries, the Town Clerk’s Office, and some remote work.

Training and Experience
High School diploma or GED required; must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Driver’s License.

How to Apply
Interested applicants can apply at https://www.mansfieldct.gov/353/Job-Opportunities. The preferred candidate will be subject to a background check. The position will remain open until filled.

The Town of Mansfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Town when necessary.

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