Funeral Service Assistant

About the role

The Funeral Services Assistant provides clerical and operational support for funeral services, ensuring respectful preparation and assistance during memorial and funeral events.

Responsibilities

• Set up floral arrangements, caskets, urns, photos, and mementos for services.
• Prepare documents related to services, cremations, and maintenance.
• Assist with respectful handling of remains, including dressing, lifting, and operating crematory equipment as permitted.
• Perform office duties such as answering phones, operating office equipment, and running errands.
• Serve as an usher, park cars, operate funeral home vehicles, and provide transportation for families.
• Ensure refreshments are available and assist with visitation, memorial, and funeral service setups.
• Greet families, accommodate their needs during services, and support funeral activities.
• Maintain cleanliness of funeral home vehicles and facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous customer service or sales experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable record.

Skills

• Proficiency with MS Office and databases preferred; willingness to learn required.
• High compassion, integrity, strong communication skills, and professionalism.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Benefits

• Part-time roles may include 401(k) benefits.

Pay

Compensation is $20/hr.

Schedule

Must be flexible to work weekdays and some weekends.