Event Coordinator - Funeral

Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services (CFCS) is a leading organization partnering with Dioceses across the United States to manage and operate their cemeteries. With a proud history of over 20 years, CFCS is deeply rooted in faith and committed to providing a supportive and vibrant community both for its employees and the families they serve. The organization’s foundation rests on core values that emphasize sharing the journey, serving with care, and making things happen. This mission-driven approach ensures that each family receives compassionate, thoughtful care when arranging funeral services and cemetery plans. CFCS has developed effective tools and resources that not only help employees grow professionally and personally but also enhance their ability to serve families with dignity and respect.

At CFCS, the role of Event Coordinator - Funeral is essential in guiding families through one of life’s most difficult moments with empathy and professionalism. This position is hybrid in nature, serving at both St. Joseph Cemetery in San Pablo, CA, and Queen of Heaven in Lafayette, CA. The Event Coordinator - Funeral acts as the primary point of contact for families, parish staff, vendors, and internal CFCS personnel during funeral service arrangements. This person ensures seamless communication and coordination on all aspects of funeral service cases, helping families make informed decisions with care and compassion. The role demands sensitivity, strong organizational skills, and the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders to execute funeral services flawlessly.

Employment in this position offers a structured hourly wage that varies depending on experience and credentials, with Funeral Directors earning between $28 and $33 per hour and Event Planners between $28 and $30 per hour. CFCS also offers a structured increase schedule based on years of service and education, mileage reimbursement, and a full benefits package including insurance options, retirement benefits, paid time off, and a sponsored Funeral Director licensing program onsite. These benefits reflect CFCS’s commitment to the well-being and career development of its employees.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with event planning experience or a Funeral Director license, and it is particularly welcoming to those interested in working within a Catholic faith environment, though all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The role involves significant physical requirements, including lifting or moving objects weighing between 75-100 pounds, pushing and pulling up to 300 pounds with a wheeled cart, and the ability to stand for extended periods on hard surfaces. Successful candidates will have excellent organizational and multitasking capabilities, a passion for helping people, and the willingness to commute between the two site locations. CFCS values individuals who can coordinate effectively with multiple internal departments and external partners to ensure the highest quality service to families.

Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services provides a meaningful career path for those dedicated to compassionate service in the funeral and cemetery industry. Embracing their core values and offering comprehensive support and professional development, CFCS is a workplace where employees can truly make a difference in the lives of others during their most challenging times, all while growing within a faith-centered community.