Administrative Assistant

Service Corporation International; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International in Bastrop, TX, seeks an organized office administrator to support daily operations within the Dignity Memorial family. You will manage schedules, invoicing, HR paperwork, and SOX compliance while delivering exceptional service to families and staff.

The role requires 3+ years in a fast-paced setting, strong computer and typing skills, and a professional, discreet approach to confidential information.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years in customer-focused, fast-paced professional environment.
• Strong computer and typing skills; ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Schedules meetings and prepares daily schedules.
• Makes travel arrangements and plans events.
• Completes management expense reports and codes invoices.
• Responds to inquiries in writing and verbally.
• Enters contract details into information system and maintains related documents.
• Processes accounts payable and related accounting support transactions.
• Handles incoming calls and directs callers to appropriate team members.
• Administers HR processes including new hire paperwork and background checks.
• Maintains SOX compliance and supports audit processes.
• Trains others on policies, procedures and new company initiatives.

Skills

Computer skills

Typing 40-60 wpm

Communication skills

Discretion

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calculator

Copiers/Printers

Fax machines

Telephone systems

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Schedules meetings
• Makes travel arrangements
• Plans events
• Completes management expense reports
• Responds to inquiries in writing and or verbally
• Pulls monthly reports
• Enters contract details into information system and maintains other related documents
• Orders and checks memorial to ensure accuracy
• Processes annual funeral home and cemetery license renewals
• Codes and scans invoices
• Processes accounts payable and other accounting support transactions
• Receives incoming telephone calls and assist callers with any questions or comments, direct calls to appropriate team members
• Schedules call-in appointments for Sales Files and maintains customer information
• Maintains office and facility supplies as well as fax machines, copiers and network printers
• Prepares daily schedules
• Administers HR processes including new hire paperwork, background checks and bonus processing
• Maintains processes to ensure compliance with policies and procedures including SOX administration and audit
• Trains others on policies, procedures and new company initiatives
• Maintains a friendly attitude offering assistance and guidance to all persons entering the location

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 3 years of experience working in a customer-focused and fast-paced professional environment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have advanced computer, internet and word processing (typing minimum of 40 – 60 wpm) skills
• Working knowledge of office equipment including calculators, copiers, printers, fax machines, telephone console
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
• High level of compassion and integrity
• Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision

Postal Code: 78602

Category (Portal Searching): Administration and Clerical

Job Location: US-TX - Bastrop

Who we are. What we do. We are a company committed to supporting families at difficult times. Nowhere will you find a group of caregivers and teams more passionate about the work they do or more invested in the well‑being of the families they serve.

The Dignity Memorial name is a symbol of trust and a mark of excellence. As the largest provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services in North America, we're dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of every loved one with professionalism, compassion and attention to detail that is second to none.

“SCI” refers to Service Corporation International and its affiliates. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities.