Administrative Assistant — Funeral & Cemetery Services

Service Corporation International; Colton (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSAs

FSAs

Life Insurance

STD

LTD

EAP

401(k)

Job summary

Service Corporation International (SCI) in Colton, CA, is seeking an administrative support specialist to assist a funeral home, cemetery, or related facilities. You will schedule meetings, handle travel, prepare reports, and support HR and compliance tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 3+ years in customer-focused settings, strong computer and typing skills, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion. A compassionate, team-oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years in a customer-focused, fast-paced professional environment.
• Advanced computer, internet and word processing skills (typing 40-60 wpm).
• 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 oral and written.
• High level of compassion and integrity.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Schedules meetings
• Makes travel arrangements
• Plans events
• Completes management expense reports
• Responds to inquiries in writing or verbally
• Pulls monthly reports
• Enters contract details into information system and maintains related documents
• Orders and checks memorials for accuracy
• Processes license renewals for funeral home and cemetery
• Codes and scans invoices
• Processes accounts payable and other accounting support transactions
• Receives calls and directs them to the appropriate team
• Schedules call-in appointments for Sales
• Files and maintains customer information
• Maintains office and facility supplies and equipment
• Prepares daily schedules
• Administers HR processes including new hire paperwork and background checks
• Maintains SOX compliance and audit processes
• Trains staff on policies and new initiatives
• Maintains a friendly, helpful attitude toward visitors and staff

Skills

Typing 40-60 wpm

Office software proficiency

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Office equipment

Word processing

Job description

Service Corporation International (SCI) in Colton, CA, is seeking an administrative support specialist to assist a funeral home, cemetery, or related facilities. You will schedule meetings, handle travel, prepare reports, and support HR and compliance tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 3+ years in customer-focused settings, strong computer and typing skills, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion. A compassionate, team-oriented approach is essential.