Funeral Arranger

Position: Funeral Arranger

Location: Calvary Cemetery and Funeral Center

Position Status: Full Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Some Weekends and Evenings

Pay Rate(s): $17.00 - $24.00

Category: Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Reports to the Funeral Center Manager, Lead Funeral Arranger or other supervisor as may be assigned.

Job Summary: Serve families in the arrangement of funeral services at time of need. Coordinate services with funeral service directors, parishes, clergy and cemeteries.

Essential Functions:

• Deliver the ministry in accordance with the Rites of Christian Burial.
• Exhibit exceptional customer service skills, empathy and respect.
• Meet with families and arrange funeral, memorial, and cremation services.
• Coordinate details of the funeral liturgy with parish staff, CFCS liturgy coordinators, family members, musicians, etc.
• Coordinate the shipping and receiving of decedents to and from other funeral homes.
• Accurately prepare and process a variety of correspondence and documents including death certificates, contracts, receipts, and other forms.
• Assist families with obituaries online and in local newspapers and ordering of flowers.
• Arrange for funeral service enhancements such as escorts, musicians, etc.
• Processes orders for merchandise such as caskets, urns, jewelry, video tributes, etc.
• May be required to lead or assist with funeral services.
• Maintain general cleanliness of Funeral Center/ Home areas including arrangement rooms, office space, bathrooms, etc.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensed Funeral Director, preferred
• Must hold a valid California Driver's License.
• Must be a Catholic in good standing.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate Degree, preferred

Ability:

• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Skills/Knowledge:

Practicing Catholic with knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church; Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook); excellent interpersonal and phone skills; great organizational skills; ability to maintain strict confidentially; professional temperament and appearance; ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; ability to work and relate to a variety of personalities and cultures with diplomacy, friendliness and poise; able to work in a team-oriented environment; handle multiple assignments consecutively and prioritize workload.