Cosmetologist

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6/11/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-02717

Cosmetologist

Pay Grade
11

Salary

$16.65 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

[Click here for more details on state employment.](https://personnel.ky.gov/Pages/Careers.aspx)

Hiring Agency

General Government Cabinet | Department of Veterans Affairs

Location

200 Veterans Dr
Hazard, KY 41701 USA

Description

The Eastern Kentucky Veterans Center (EKVC) is a 120-bed long-term care facility providing skilled nursing and
rehabilitative care exclusively to Kentucky’s Veterans. Proudly operated by the Kentucky Department of
Veterans Affairs, EKVC was built with a single purpose — to honor and care for those who have served our
nation.

We are currently seeking a caring and dependable Cosmetologist to join our team. This position provides
personal grooming and cosmetology services to our Veteran residents while helping promote dignity, comfort,
and quality of life in a long-term care environment.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

* Provide hair care services including shampooing, conditioning, cutting, setting, styling, and basic hair
treatments
* Perform grooming services such as facials, manicures, eyebrow shaping, and make-up application
* Monitor and assist with basic hair and scalp care needs
* Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of cosmetology equipment, tools, and work areas
* Requisition and maintain cosmetology supplies and complete required records and reports
* Assist with resident-centered recreational and social activities when cosmetology duties are complete
* Support residents during group activities, events, and outings as assigned
* Provide compassionate interaction and engagement with Veteran residents
* Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

* Compassionate and resident-focused
* Reliable and self-motivated
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work cooperatively with nursing and activities staff
* Professional appearance and demeanor
* Flexible and adaptable in a team-oriented environment

Working at EKVC means being part of a mission-driven team that puts Veterans first. We foster a supportive
environment built on Compassion, Dignity, and Respect. If you are ready to serve those who served us, apply
now.

Minimum Requirements

**EDUCATION:**
See Special Requirements.

**EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:**
NONE

**Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:**
NONE

**Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:**
NONE

**SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):**
Must be licensed as a cosmetologist by the Kentucky Board of Hairdressers and Cosmetologists. https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/ law/statutes/chapter.aspx?id=38831. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title perform duties indoors.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jennifer Young at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected] ?Subject=26-02717 - Cosmetologist) or (606) 435-6196.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D