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Event Coordinator - Funeral

Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026
Location: St. Joseph Cemetery - San Pablo, CA and Queen of Heaven - Lafayette, CA

Experience: Must have Event Planning experience OR Funeral Director license

In this job…

The Event Coordinator - Funeral serves the families by guiding them through the process of making informed decisions when arranging a loved one’s funeral with care and compassion. You will be the primary point of contact to families, parish staff, vendors, and CFCS staff for the funeral services. As our Event Coordinator - Funeral, you will communicate, coordinate, and follow-through on all aspects of the funeral service case.

Benefits

  • Funeral Director Hourly: $28 - $33: DOE
  • Event Planner Hourly: $28 - $30: DOE
  • Structured increase schedule based on years of service and education
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Full benefits package including insurance options
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Sponsored Funeral Director Licensing program onsite

Qualifications

  • Must have Event Planning experience
  • Must have an Associate's Degree or 60 hours towards an Associate’s Degree
  • Must have a Valid Driver’s License
  • Willing to commute between St. Joseph and Queen of Heaven
  • Funeral Director license a plus
  • Interest in obtaining a funeral license a plus
  •  Interest in working in a Catholic environment, all backgrounds welcome to apply
  • Passion for people
  • Ability to coordinate with many internal departments and external stakeholders
  • Great organizational skills and ability to multi-task

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift or move objects weighing between 75-100 lbs.
  • Ability to push and pull up to 300 lbs. with a wheeled cart
  • Ability to stand for long periods on a hard surface

Get to know us…

Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services (CFCS) partners with Dioceses across the U.S. in the operation of their cemeteries. Founded in faith, we provide a vibrant community for the employees and families we serve. We’ve been doing this for 20 years and have developed tools to help each person grow in their role, in the industry, and in service to families. 

The work we do is founded in our Core Values–Share the Journey, Serve with Care, and Make It Happen.

www.cfcsmission.org

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