Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.50 - $21.75
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
flexible schedule
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Carriage Services is a leading provider in the Funeral and Cemetery industry, dedicated to delivering premier experiences through innovation, empowered partnership, and elevated service. Established with a mission to set new standards of excellence, Carriage Services operates a network of funeral homes and cemeteries across numerous locations, committed to serving families and communities with compassion and professionalism. The company recognizes the importance of honoring and celebrating loved ones' lives and continually seeks to foster trust and loyalty by engaging with the communities they serve. Their commitment to culture, integrity, and service excellence has earned them a respected reputation in this sensitive and vital industry. Carriage Services offers equal employment opportunities and supports growth through community involvement and innovation.

The role of Ambassador at Carriage Services is an essential part-time position based at Lane Funeral Home Coulter Chapel. This role is designed for a compassionate and dedicated individual who will perform various tasks during the funeral and memorialization process. The Ambassador assists Funeral Directors and other location staff to ensure that services run smoothly and that the expectations of client families and their guests are not only met but exceeded. Acting as the face of Carriage Services within the local community, the Ambassador helps build trust and loyalty by fostering genuine connections and providing exceptional customer care.

As an Ambassador, the individual will play a critical role in greeting and directing client families and visitors, escorting them to the appropriate locations for services, and providing needed materials like guest books and memorialization items. This position requires the ability to communicate effectively and empathize with families during emotionally charged times, demonstrating tact, patience, and professionalism. Ambassadors are also responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and readiness of public spaces, ensuring refreshments are available, and handling floral arrangements appropriately.

The role demands physical stamina, including the ability to lift heavy items, climb, bend, and stand for extended periods. Some duties may require outdoor work under various weather conditions and exposure to potential hazards, necessitating adherence to safety protocols including the use of personal protective equipment. Additionally, the Ambassador must have a valid driving record and be insurable under company vehicle insurance for driving company vehicles.

This position offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute positively to families during their times of need while representing a company proud of its history and dedicated to its future. With a compensation rate of 15, this part-time role offers flexibility for individuals who seek to make a difference in their community by providing empathetic support and superior service. Joining Carriage Services as an Ambassador means becoming part of a dynamic team committed to innovation and excellence in funeral and memorial services, continuously striving to meet evolving client needs with integrity and respect.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Willingness to participate in growing market share through community involvement
  • Effective communication skills with internal and external customers
  • Empathy and tact in emotionally charged situations
  • Ability to actively respond to client families’ requests
  • Physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally
  • Ability to drive company vehicle with insurable driving record
  • Willingness to comply with safety procedures and wear personal protective equipment
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors, sometimes under inclement weather
  • Willingness to perform physical activities such as climbing, sitting, standing, bending, and kneeling regularly

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through personal community involvement
  • Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
  • Ability to empathize with client families and their guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations
  • Ability to actively respond to the requests of the client families and their guests

Job Duties

  • Actively serves as an ambassador of the business in the community to build trust and loyalty
  • Greets and directs client families and their guests at the funeral home
  • Escorts client families and their guests to the correct chapel or parlor in which services are being held
  • Directs visitors to guest book and distributes memorialization materials as needed
  • Answers questions and assists with serving the needs of the client families, their guests, and other visitors during the visitation and memorialization event
  • Represents the business in a professional and caring manner, maintaining a professional personal appearance and employing honesty, integrity, and ethical methods of performing duties
  • Receives and places flowers in chapels or parlors
  • Ensures refreshments are available to client families and their guests
  • Ensures that public spaces such as parlors, chapels, and reception/rest areas are prepared prior to scheduled services
  • Performs other duties, as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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