Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

At Carriage Services, we are united by our purpose of creating premier experiences through innovation, empowered partnership, and elevated service. As a member of our team, you'll join a dynamic community dedicated to setting new standards in the Funeral and Cemetery profession. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to shape the future of our industry. Carriage Services is an equal opportunity employer.

We are seeking an organized and self-motivated Administrative Assistant who will be handling clerical duties, coordinating calendars, and organizing meetings. To be successful in this position you should be detail-oriented, professional and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation: $18 - $21 per hour

Job Type: Part-Time

Location:

Ed Helm Monument Company (Funeral Home) located in Bakersfield, CA.

Qualifications

* Design and drawing skills (hand sketching or digital design).

* Creativity and strong attention to detail.

* Basic knowledge of typography and memorial symbols.

* High School Diploma or equivalent.

* 2+ years of administrative or bookkeeping experience.

* computer proficiency and with spreadsheets, templates, and invoices.

* High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) & Google Docs.

* Proficiency with multi-line phone systems and general office equipment; and

* Artistic but also notices spacing issues, understands visual balance, can format names and dates cleanly.

Job Duties

* Design headstones, mausoleums, plaques, statues, and cemetery memorials.

* Prepare engraving layouts including text, artwork, and symbols.

* Ensure designs comply with cemetery regulations and size requirements.

* Collaborate with stone cutters, engravers, and installers during production.

* Revise designs based on client feedback

* Maintain design records, specifications, and project documentation.

* Coordinates and maintains office supplies and equipment.

* Serves as a backup in other administrative functions as needs dictate; and

* Inputs data into CFSS system accurately, completely, and timely.

* Assists client families with processing necessary paperwork and scheduling appointments.

* Receives and records payments from client families.

Benefits:

* 401(k)

* Dental insurance

* Employee assistance program

* Employee discount

* Flexible spending account

* Health insurance

* Health savings account

* Paid time off

* Vision insurance