Funeral Arranger

**Position:** Funeral Arranger **Location:** St. Mary Cemetery and Funeral Center **Position Status:** Full Time **Schedule:** Monday\-Friday, Some Saturdays 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.