Director of Catholic Cemeteries
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Job Location:
Camden, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 91000 - 102500
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Director of Catholic Cemeteries
The Director of Catholic Cemeteries is an executive role combining pastoral ministry with multi-site management. The Director serves in the management of sacred burial grounds balancing the operational needs of 14 active locations and 3 inactive historical locations managed by the Diocese with a consultative role for 12 parish sites ensuring all adhere to Canon Law liturgical standards and financial best practices.
Key Responsibilities
Oversight (17 Diocesan Sites)
Manage daily operations maintenance and interments across Diocesan managed locations while ensuring accurate burial records maps and internment logs are maintained
Direct a centralized team of Assistant Directors focused on Field Operations Office Administration and Marketing & Outreach
Standardize rules & regulations and policies & procedures for all Diocesan-managed locations
Oversee expansion of inventory management including the development of new sections and capital projects
Hire train and supervise cemetery personnel ensuring compliance with safety standards and labor laws
Serve families with compassion assisting with burial arrangements and lot sales
Direct landscaping tree planting and repairs to roads fences and buildings. Oversee management of equipment and vehicle maintenance and inventory.
Parish Consultative Services (12 Parish Sites)
Act as the primary advisor to Pastors regarding cemetery operations
Provide guidance on daily operations needs such as pricing recordkeeping mapping of lawns and contracting services for hazardous tree removal monument repairs etc.
Financial & Legal Stewardship
Prepare and manage annual operational budget
Oversee management of Accounts Receivable balances for monies owed by families
Calculate and communicate quarterly incentive program payments for eligible staff
Ensure all operations adhere to local state and federal laws including environmental regulations and health codes. Maintain a working understanding of NJ state cemetery laws.
Manage liability and risk across all locations
Review analyze and approve vendor contracts and large-scale capital expenditures
Ensure compliance with Diocesan Internal Audit requirements
Ministry & Community Witness
Ensure the Catholic Identity of the cemeteries through sacred art and prayer including Masses held at key locations for specific holidays and Holy days
Ensure staff uses a consultative sales approach to provide empathetic support that aligns with the Order of Christian Funerals
Experience:
10 years of multi-site management experience ideally in cemetery operations funeral services or property management
Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration Public Administration or a related field. Equivalent working experience will be considered.
Leadership: Proven experience in supervising staff and managing operational budgets
Skills: Strong communication customer service and computer skills (MS Office/Database Management). Proficiency in Cemetery Management Software (e.g. HMIS PlotBox) is a plus.
Travel: Ability to regularly travel to all locations
Salary: $91000 - $102500
We provide benefits which include Health Dental and Vision insurance. As well as a defined contribution plan life insurance short and long-term disability. Paid holidays vacation sick and personal time.
Required Experience:
Director
