Graver søges

Folkekirken is seeking a Graver (Gravedigger/Sexton) to join their team in the Greater Odense Area. This role is crucial for the daily operation and maintenance of the churchyards, contributing to the community and heritage managed by the church.

Folkekirken has been instrumental in building society for over 1000 years and continues to do so. As Denmark's largest membership organization, it is present in various aspects of community life, from local churchyards to broader societal conversations.

This is an opportunity to join a significant organization and contribute to its vital work. We are looking for a dedicated individual to manage our churchyards with respect and care. Apply now to become part of our enduring legacy.

Company Overview

Folkekirken, the Church of Denmark, is a deeply rooted institution with over 1000 years of history in building Danish society. It serves as the largest membership organization in Denmark, actively involved in local communities through its parishes and congregations. The church's work spans from managing cultural heritage and local life to providing support during crucial life phases and contributing to societal discourse. With over 2,000 churches across Denmark, its presence extends beyond traditional churchyards to hospitals, educational institutions, and crisis situations, demonstrating its role as a significant societal actor.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: 350.435,- kr. – 438.260,- kr. (plus 27.247,- kr. availability supplement)
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Technical Diploma (due to requirement for horticultural training)
• Experience: 1 Year+ (implied by the need for horticultural training and the salary bracket)

Key Responsibilities

• Daily operation and maintenance of the churchyards.
• Coordination of work with other employees.
• Performing church services and interacting with churchyard users.
• Gravestone administration and other administrative tasks.
• Ensuring the upkeep and respectful management of all church properties.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Respectful and welcoming demeanor towards people.
• Experience with green maintenance or gardening is an advantage.
• Valid B driver's license is necessary.
• Willingness to complete the mandatory 5-week training for gravediggers within 2 years of employment.

Benefits

• Employment under the Common Agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Confederation of Public Employees (OAO-S).
• Specific agreement for church employees with core tasks as church attendant or gravedigger.
• Potential to retain permanent civil servant status for current civil servant gravediggers.
• Salary placed in salary group 2, reflecting the requirement for horticultural training.
• Availability supplement of 27.247,- kr. annually.