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
