Job Overview
Calvary Episcopal Church is seeking a compassionate, organized and detail-oriented Churchyard Administrator to oversee the operation, sales and care of our historic cemetery. This role serves as a vital bridge between the parish, grieving families, funeral homes and external vendors. The ideal candidate will balance strong administrative skills with a pastoral, empathetic presence, ensuring that our sacred grounds remain a place of peace, dignity and solace for the community.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Sales and Administration
* Serve as the primary point of contact for the sale of cemetery plots and columbarium niches and interment payments.
* Guide families through the selection process, providing clear information on pricing, regulations and availability.
* Maintain meticulous, up-to-date records of cemetery maps, plot ownership, deeds and burial logs (both physical and digital) and reconcile as needed. Communicate all burial information to our Find a Grave volunteer.
Coordination and Scheduling
* Schedule all burials, committal services and funerals in coordination with parish clergy and staff.
* Act as the main liaison between the parish and funeral homes, families, vault companies and monument companies.
* Ensure all logistical needs for a service are communicated clearly to all involved parties in a timely manner.
Grounds Operation Oversight
* Oversee the opening and closing of graves, ensuring vendors adhere to cemetery guidelines and respect the sacred nature of the grounds.
* Supervise and approve the placement of all monuments, headstones and markers, ensuring compliance with cemetery dimensions and aesthetic standards.
* Conduct regular walk-through inspections of the cemetery to identify maintenance needs and coordinate with the groundskeeping team.
Qualifications and Skills
* Soft skills: High level of empathy, tact and professionalism. Ability to comfort and guide families experiencing grief and loss.
* Organizational skills: Exceptional attention to detail and record-keeping accuracy.
* Communication skills:Clear, tactful and prompt verbal and written communication skills needed.
* Technical Proficiency: Comfortable using basic office software (Microsoft Office/Google Suite) for email and scheduling. Ability to learn church-specific database software and various maps.
* Physical Requirements: Ability to walk the historic, sometimes uneven cemetery grounds in various weather conditions to mark plots or meet with vendors.
Join us in providing respectful, compassionate care that honors loved ones’ memories. We value proactive individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment while delivering exceptional service to our community.
Pay: $36,400.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
