Assistant Manager & Licensed Funeral Director
Company Overview:
RSR Family Holdings Ltd., which operates major brands such as Kearney Funeral Services, Burquitlam Funeral Home, Earth's Option Cremation & Burial Services, and Affordable Cremation & Burial, along with our West Shore Crematorium. We've become one of Canada's premier independent family-run funeral homes who have been serving the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island with care and compassion for over 115 years, and our journey is far from over.
While our focus is meeting the needs of our customers, our success is driven by our people.
You’ll find us at: www.kearneyfs.com | www.burquitlamfuneralhome.ca | www.affordablecremationandburial.ca | www.earthsoption.comAbout Us:
At RSR Family Holdings Ltd., We recognize that our exceptional team is the cornerstone of our success, taking pride in our hard work and strong relationships with colleagues. If you're passionate about your work and value camaraderie, we invite you to join us in our meaningful mission of supporting families in our local communities.
Together, we are committed to achieve our shared purpose, which is to help families and communities heal from loss.
Our core values serve as the guiding principles that shape our commitment to excellence in funeral care, being the pillars of our culture and guide our every action:- Honesty and Integrity: We prioritize honesty in all interactions, ensuring integrity in everything we do.
- Relationship Builders: We value meaningful connections, fostering relationships with our team, community, and stakeholders.
- Perseverance and Grit: We pursue greatness with determination, embracing challenges as opportunities for growth.
- Caring and Compassionate: Empathy drives our compassion, guiding us to care for everyone we serve.
- Upbeat and Fun: Despite challenges, we maintain a positive attitude, finding joy in our work and impacting our world positively.
- Structured and Organized: Organization enables us to deliver exceptional care and service, grounding our values in action.
- Creative and Agile: We innovate and adapt swiftly, providing exceptional results to the families we serve.
The Opportunity:
The role comes with a total compensation package comprised of an annual base salary from $70,000 to $80,000, quarterly bonus potential, health, dental & insurance benefits, a wellness spending account, and a Company RRSP matching program.The Assistant Location Manager position requires a compassionate and empathetic individual who finds fulfillment in helping others during difficult times.
Reporting to the Location Manager and working closely alongside them, we are seeking a team player who leads by example and motivates the team to provide exceptional service to the families we support. This position requires strong leadership abilities and a solid background in funeral directing.
In this role, you will support a dedicated group of funeral professionals and assist in managing the location's day-to-day operations. You’ll build relationships within the community, including churches, members of the bereavement and healthcare community, industry stakeholders, and suppliers, all of whom share our mission of care and compassion for the bereaved.You’ll also meet with families to arrange funeral services, attend services, and serve as a Funeral Director.
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications:- Have experience in all types of Funeral related services (Arranging, coordinating of services held in Chapel, Church, Memorial, Visitation, Reception/Catered events, Burial, Cremation, Entombment, Minimum Cremation needs)
- Excellent verbal and written communication in English; other languages are an asset.
- Be naturally empathetic
- Be remarkably organized with the ability to manage time efficiently yet effectively
- Be able to complete the physical demands of the job
- Be dedicated, caring and service driven
- Have a good demeanor and professional outlook
- Be an excellent communicator and team player
- Hold themselves to a high standard of service
- Build excellent relationships with families and within the community
- Be a team player who leads by example, and challenges others to better fulfill their roles
- Have a great attitude and truly loves our profession
- Lead and encourage Apprentice Funeral Directors to reach their full potentials both personally and in their roles as Funeral Service Professionals
- Not be afraid of doing other important tasks (cleaning vehicles, assisting with clerical duties as required etc)
- Have a flexible schedule which may include evening and weekends
- Have a Class 5 drivers license with a clean driving record
For candidates who embody these attributes, this position has the potential for further advancement within the company.
Compensation (including bonuses and benefits) is competitive and will be tailored to match the qualification and skill of the individual applicant.A BC Funeral Directors license is preferred, however for the right candidate, we will facilitate licensing transfer requirements.
Candidates will need to already possess the legal ability to work in Canada, we are unable to sponsor candidates.
We thank you for your application. Candidates shortlisted for the role will be contacted shortly. Thank you for considering Kearney Funeral Services as a future employer, and for your consideration in joining this amazing team of funeral professionals.
Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
- Bonus pay
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Application question(s):
- Are you legally authorized to work in the Canada?
Experience:
- Funeral Director: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Funeral Director License (required)
Work Location: In person