Cemetery Manager

 SUMMARY

The Cemetery Manager, under the direction of the Director of Cemeteries, will oversee operations by exercising demonstrated knowledge and experience in a manner which is in keeping with Catholic teachings and with a pastoral tone of balancing ministry over business.

 The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by Cemetery Manager.

1. Authenticity: Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living

2. Respect: Affirming each person’s God-given dignity and uniqueness.

3. Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly.

4. Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose.

The Cemetery Manager will play a vital role in selecting and onboarding the inaugural team of Memorial Counselors. The successful candidate will be required to file personal information with the State licensing Division.

The Cemetery Manager will report to the Diocesan Director of Cemeteries and be further accountable to the Company’s Board of Directors. Expectations include:

• Creating and sustaining an environment of exceptional service to the families and communities served through the Cemetery
• Creating and executing sales and marketing campaigns
• Creating and sustaining a mutually supportive teamwork environment for Memorial Counselors
• Sustaining a high quality of landscape and grounds maintenance through contracted third party
• Exercising good stewardship over the Cemetery’s financial and physical assets
• Sustaining compliance with State regulations and rules

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification

if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Oversees the management of resources and day-to-day operations of the cemetery.
• Collaborates in the development of and execution of strategic plans, financial targets, marketing plans, and implement growth strategies to improve financial performance.
• Accomplishes periodic goal of revenue, expenses and lead generation.
• Knowledgeable of market conditions and competitor strengths/weaknesses.
• Regularly inspects facilities and grounds to ensure all are properly prepared, secured and maintained.
• Develops relationships with clergy and parish staff through frequent contact.
• Proficiency in the use of CemSites cemetery management application suite.
• Assures that record keeping is in accordance with State regulations.
• Implements and manage internal controls and procedures.
• Selects and purchase all necessary material for operations within budgetary guidelines.
• Ensures safety through compliance with Diocesan risk management guidance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.