Receptionist

Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services is seeking a Receptionist for Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Wheat Ridge, CO. You will be the first face families see and the first person they speak with, answering phones and guiding visitors with compassion and respect.

This on-site role requires strong communication, reliable data entry, and a respectful demeanor aligned with Catholic values. We offer a full benefits package, retirement options, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required.
• Relevant work experience preferred.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license required.
• Notary within 90 days of employment.
• Must travel within Archdiocese of Denver territory.
• Maintain Catholic values and professional integrity.

Responsibilities

• Answer a multi-line phone system and route calls appropriately.
• Greet and direct visitors to the correct offices or services.
• Perform day-to-day administrative duties and data entry with accuracy.
• Maintain cemetery and mortuary daily schedules and records.
• Assist with payment reconciliation, deposits, and accounts as needed.
• Operate office equipment including debit/credit machine and postage system.
• Run occasional errands for supplies or banking needs.
• Perform other duties as directed by management.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Phone etiquette

Data entry

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Receptionist

Location: Mt. Olivet Cemetery- Wheat Ridge, CO

The Receptionist will report to the Assistant Director of Financial and Business Operations and will support the families who visit our location. As our Receptionist, you should feel comfortable being the first face our families see and the first person they speak with. You will be responsible for answering the phones and directing visiting families to where they need to go. As part of the ministry of the Catholic Church, you will be expected to conduct your work in a manner consistent with the mission, values, and teachings of the Church, and to support the work of Catholic cemeteries and funeral services in serving families with dignity, compassion, and respect.

Benefits

• Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8am - 4:30pm
• Hourly:$19 - $20
• Full benefits package including insurance options
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off

Responsibilities

• Answer a multi-line phone system
• Greet and direct customers visiting the location for personal or business needs
• Perform day-to-day administrative duties as required
• Perform accurate data entry
• Maintain cemetery and mortuary daily schedules
• File and maintain customer information
• Provide support for reconciliation of payments, deposits, and accounts
• Operate e-fax, computer, multi-line phone system, debit/credit machine, and postage machine
• Run occasional errands to pick up supplies and/or make change at a bank
• Perform other duties as directed by management

Qualifications

• HS Diploma
• Relevant work experience
• Valid Colorado driver's license
• Must be able to travel within the Archdiocese of Denver territory;
• Become a Notary within 90 days of employment
• Maintain a positive/supportive attitude toward the Catholic Church, her teachings, and her work
• Excellent communication skills
• High level of compassion and integrity
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Be detail-oriented and perform duties in a timely and accurate manner
• Maintain a professional attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Refrain from public promotion or approval of any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relation to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or that would be considered contrary to Catholic doctrine or morals

About us…

Mt. Olivet Cemetery was consecrated in 1892 and is located on the western side of the Denver Metro area in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. It is the largest cemetery in Colorado containing 392 acres. St. Simeon Cemetery was consecrated in 2004 and is located on the eastern side of the Denver Metro area in Aurora, Colorado. The Mortuary has two locations. The first is located on the grounds of Mt. Olivet Cemetery and was opened in 1981. The second was the recent acquisition of Caldwell-Kirk Mortuary. These entities serve the Catholic Community of the Denver metro area and its various parishes, missions, and apostolates and other members of the general public regardless of their religious affiliation.

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