FUNERAL SERVICE SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Funeral service support specialist

JOB SUMMARY

A unique opportunity to join Hodges Funeral Home at Naples Memorial Gardens and grow with our community and company. This role provides exemplary customer service in all areas of helping client families following the loss of a loved one. A sense of urgency, empathy, attention to detail and strong communication skills are required to succeed and fulfill customer needs. The Specialist works closely with funeral directors and location managers to ensure all arrangements are initiated and completed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

· Meets regularly with Funeral Director(s) to ensure customer needs are met

· Frequently communicates with families to coordinate activities

· Takes first calls and dispatches removal teams

· Collects vital information, files death certificates and insurance claims

· Schedules appointments for Funeral Directors

· Designs and prints memorials; creates, scans, and corrects arrangement documents

· Orders merchandise, flowers, urns and assists with Celebration of Life Services

· Schedules services including coordinating with churches, cemeteries and staff

· Assists with setting up funeral/visitation areas and take down

· Assists during funeral services and events

· May be required to ensure company vehicles are clean and fueled, prior to and after services

· Adheres to all Company and Regulatory requirements

· Performs other administrative duties for the location when time permits

MINIMUM Requirements

Education

· College Degree

· Willingness to obtain a Florida funeral directors license (additional education and training required)

Certification/License

· Good driving record and valid driver’s license

Experience

· 2 years of experience in an office clerical or customer service/hospitality capacity preferred

· Experience working in a customer-focused and fast-paced professional environment required

· Funeral industry experience preferred but not required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Strong knowledge of computers and software

· Above average communication skills

· High level of compassion and integrity

· Problem solving skills

· Ability to multi task and set priorities

· Ability to maintain confidentiality

· Ability to work beyond standard business hours including weekends

· Detail oriented

· Professional team player

· Pro-actively seeks out tasks, motivated, enthusiastic work ethic

Work CONDITIONS

When considering the work hours associated with this job, the following factors may apply:

Work Environment

· Mostly works indoors during all seasons and weather conditions

· Occasional work outdoors

· Limited amount of local and/or multiple location traveling required

· Professional dress is required when in contact with families

Work Postures

· Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day

· Occasional periods of time standing, up to 3 hours per day

· Climbing stairs to access buildings

Physical Demands

· Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage

· Ability to lift up to 20 pounds

Work Hours

· Working beyond “standard” business hours as the need arises

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends only

Education:

• Associate (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Naples, FL 34108: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19