Compassionate Funeral Admin Support Specialist

sci; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

sci in Alexandria, VA is seeking an Administrative Clerk to provide essential clerical support for funeral home services. You will greet families, handle documentation, and assist with obituaries, contracts, and daily reports with care and professionalism.

Ideal candidates have 1-2 years in a fast-paced office setting, strong communication, and a commitment to confidentiality and empathy in all family interactions.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in office clerical or customer service capacity.
• Experience in a customer-focused and fast-paced professional environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• High level of compassion and integrity; ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Greet the public and provide general information on services.
• Prepare death certificates, permits, and related documents.
• Process payments, contracts, and accounts payable transactions.
• Coordinate memorials, orders, and inventory for vaults and markers.
• Assist with obituaries and support location management as needed.
• Respond to inquiries via telephone, internet and in person; maintain empathy.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

sci in Alexandria, VA is seeking an Administrative Clerk to provide essential clerical support for funeral home services. You will greet families, handle documentation, and assist with obituaries, contracts, and daily reports with care and professionalism.

Ideal candidates have 1-2 years in a fast-paced office setting, strong communication, and a commitment to confidentiality and empathy in all family interactions.