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Part-Time Clerical Assistant – Funeral Home
Location: Manchester, CT
Job Type: Part-Time (25 hours per week)
Compensation: Based on experience
About Us:
John F. Tierney Funeral Home and The Green Cremation provide compassionate, professional funeral and cremation services with a focus on tradition, innovation, and environmental responsibility. As a family-owned business, we are committed to supporting families with care, dignity, and respect.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, compassionate, and organized Part-Time Clerical Assistant to support our team in administrative duties. This role is vital in ensuring seamless communication with families, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with daily office operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Answer and direct phone calls with professionalism and empathy
- Greet and assist families and visitors in a warm, respectful manner
- Input and maintain accurate records in funeral management software
- Prepare and proofread documents, obituaries, and correspondence
- Assist with scheduling and coordinating services
- Maintain office organization, including filing and data entry
- Support funeral directors with administrative tasks as needed
Qualifications:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and empathy
- Previous clerical, customer service, or administrative experience preferred
- Familiarity with funeral home operations is a plus but not required
Schedule & Benefits:
- Part-time role: 20-25 hours per week
- Supportive, family-oriented work environment
- Opportunity for professional growth within a respected funeral service provider
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Location:
- Manchester, CT 06040 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Manchester, CT 06040 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Manchester, CT 06040: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20