Director Of Cemetery Sales & Operations

Director Of Funeral & Cemeteries

Location: Diocese of San Jose Cemeteries

The Director of Funeral & Cemeteries is responsible for executing the strategic goals of all CFCS San Jose cemetery and funeral operations including sales, service, operations, and administration. The Director of Funeral & Cemeteries will execute a strategic plan to:

• Drive growth
• Improve operational efficiency
• Builds community partnerships and engages the market
• Ensure compliance with cemetery and funeral regulations
• Serve families through CFCS Programs

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base salary starting at $150,000
• Bi-annual bonus opportunities
• Open PTO policy
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Retirement benefits including pension with employer contributions

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and successful business growth over multiple cemetery and funeral locations
• Execute the strategic plans, financial targets, and marketing plans to improve financial performance of each location
• Promote CFCS culture, continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability
• Lead, mentor, coach, and motivate others to achieve greater results
• Recruit, train and develop high performing leaders and staff
• Expand business to new communities and groups of people
• Understand market conditions and competitor strengths/weaknesses
• Oversee financial planning and key financial reporting metrics
• Foster relationships with Diocese and Parishes through outreach and communications plan
• Oversee all aspects of funeral and cemetery operations, including compliance and safety

Qualifications:

• Practicing Catholic with demonstrated leadership serving the faith community
• College degree preferred, and 4-6 years of senior management level experience
• Proven sales management experience in public facing client services environment
• Strong leadership and communication abilities
• Valid state issued driver's license, good driving record, and proof of insurance is required
• Proficient in the use of computers, software, and technology
• Preferred: State of California Funeral Director License and comprehensive knowledge of funeral and cemetery operations

Get to Know CFCS... CFCS partners with Dioceses across the U.S. in the operation of their cemeteries. We are founded in faith and provide a vibrant community for employees and families we serve. We've been doing this for 20+ years and have developed tools to help each person grow in their role, in the industry, and in service to families. The work we do is founded in our Core Values–Share the Journey, Serve with Care, and Make It Happen.