Cemetery Director The Director of Catholic Cemeteries is an executive role combining pastoral ministry with multi-site management. The Director serves in the management of sacred burial grounds, balancing the operational needs of 14 active locations and 3 inactive historical locations managed by the Diocese with a consultative role for 12 parish sites, ensuring all adhere to Canon Law, liturgical standards, and financial best practices. Key Responsibilities Oversight (17 Diocesan Sites) •Manage daily operations, maintenance, and interments across Diocesan managed locations while ensuring accurate burial records, maps, and internment logs are maintained •Direct a centralized team of Assistant Directors focused on Field Operations, Office Administration and Marketing & Outreach •Standardize rules & regulations, and policies & procedures for all Diocesan-managed locations •Oversee expansion of inventory management, including the development of new sections and capital projects •Hire, train, and supervise cemetery personnel, ensuring compliance with safety standards and labor laws •Serve families with compassion, assisting with burial arrangements and lot sales •Direct landscaping, tree planting, and repairs to roads, fences, and buildings. Oversee management of equipment and vehicle maintenance and inventory. Parish Consultative Services (12 Parish Sites) •Act as the primary advisor to Pastors regarding cemetery operations •Provide guidance on daily operations needs such as pricing, recordkeeping, mapping of lawns, and contracting services for hazardous tree removal, monument repairs, etc. Financial & Legal Stewardship •Prepare and manage annual operational budget •Oversee management of Accounts Receivable balances for monies owed by families •Calculate and communicate quarterly incentive program payments for eligible staff •Ensure all operations adhere to local, state, and federal laws, including environmental regulations and health codes. Maintain a working understanding of NJ state cemetery laws. •Manage liability and risk across all locations •Review, analyze and approve vendor contracts and large-scale capital expenditures •Ensure compliance with Diocesan Internal Audit requirements Ministry & Community Witness •Ensure the Catholic Identity of the cemeteries through sacred art and prayer, including Masses held at key locations for specific holidays and Holy days •Ensure staff uses a consultative sales approach to provide empathetic support that aligns with the Order of Christian Funerals Experience: 10 years of multi-site management experience, ideally in cemetery operations, funeral services, or property management •Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field. Equivalent working experience will be considered. •Leadership: Proven experience in supervising staff and managing operational budgets •Skills: Strong communication, customer service, and computer skills (MS Office/Database Management). Proficiency in Cemetery Management Software (e.g., HMIS, PlotBox) is a plus. •Travel: Ability to regularly travel to all locations Salary: $91,000 - $102,500 We provide benefits which include Health, Dental and Vision insurance. As well as a defined contribution plan, life insurance, short and long-term disability. Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal time. |