Event Coordinator (Funeral)

Location: St. Joseph Cemetery - San Pablo, CA and St. Mary Cemetery - Oakland, CA

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Guide families through the funeral arrangement process with care and compassion
• Serve as the primary point of contact for families, parish staff, vendors, and CFCS staff
• Coordinate and follow through on all aspects of the funeral service case

Requirements

• Willing to work at both locations: St. Joseph Cemetery (San Pablo, CA) and St. Mary Cemetery (Oakland, CA)
• Must have Event Planning experience OR Funeral Director license
• Must have an Associate's Degree or 60 hours towards an Associate’s Degree
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Funeral Director license is a plus
• Interest in obtaining a funeral license is a plus
• Interest in working in a Catholic environment; all backgrounds welcome to apply
• Passion for people and 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

Pay

• Funeral Director Hourly: $28 - $33 (DOE)
• Event Planner Hourly: $28 - $30 (DOE)

Benefits

• Structured increase schedule based on years of service and education
• Full benefits package including insurance options
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Sponsored Funeral Director Licensing program onsite

About 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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