Job Description

Trustees of Saint Patrick Cathedral
Cemetery Division

Cemeteries Grounds & Facilities Manager

October 2024

Location

Gate of Heaven Cemetery; 10 West Stevens Avenue, Hawthorne, NY 10532

Purpose

Manage the grounds & facilities for Trustees of St. Patrick’s Cathedral (TSPC) cemeteries and assist with other cemeteries as requested by the Executive Director. Report to Onsite Manager of Cemetery Operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a master copy of all cemetery inventory.
• Ensure that all crews have the proper clothing, work shoes, and safety equipment for work.
• Implement internal controls including supervision of overtime approval process.
• Oversee special projects.
• Assist in choosing cost-effective and competitive vendors via a three-bid process with final approvals by the executive team.
  • Supervise crews in the restoration of sidewalks, curbing, catch basins, road paving and sinkages.
• Supervise the landscaping and tree trimming/ removal projects.
• Complete and submit all accident reports as soon as possible.
• Inspect all personnel safety equipment.
• Address employee issues and concerns in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ensure that all policies, practices, and procedures are conducted in a manner consistent with the mission and values of the Trustees of Saint Patrick Cathedral Cemetery Division.
• Ensure that all deceased persons are given a dignified Christian burial.
• Assist visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Provide weekly recap
• Additional duties as assigned by the Onsite Manager of Cemetery Operations.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, PERSONNEL CHARACTERISTICS:

• High school diploma or higher.
• 5 or more years of cemetery experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Communicates clearly and efficiently.
• Detail-oriented; good time- management skills; problem solver; team oriented; flexible, takes initiative; able to lead others.
• Independent approach to work.
• Ability to change in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to deal with grieving families.

Compensation range for this position is: $100,000 – $120,000 annually.

This position is considered exempt and not eligible for overtime.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to:

MaryEllen.Gerrity@archny.org

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