PART TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

PART\-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Twiford Funeral Homes seeks a compassionate, dependable, and detail\-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our Elizabeth City team.

This position is much more than a traditional office role. Our administrative staff is often among the first people families encounter when they call or enter our funeral home. The ideal candidate will understand the importance of providing professional, compassionate service while maintaining accuracy, discretion, and confidentiality in everything they do.

Responsibilities Include:

* Greeting families, visitors, and vendors in a warm and professional manner
* Answering and routing telephone calls and assisting with general inquiries
* Managing email, mail, and other correspondence
* Maintaining calendars, client information, and electronic records
* Receiving and processing payments
* Preparing and processing death certificates, permits, and other required documentation
* Drafting and formatting obituaries and other written materials
* Creating memorial videos, memorial stationery, and customized service materials
* Scanning, organizing, and working with family photographs
* Communicating professionally and compassionately with families, staff, medical professionals, governmental agencies, and other outside organizations
* Filing, organizing, and performing general administrative duties
* Helping maintain conference rooms and common areas so they are ready to receive families
* Performing other business\-related duties as needed

Qualifications:

* 3 years of administrative or office experience required
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
* Dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
* Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office programs
* Comfortable learning new software, technology, and office equipment
* Ability to exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality
* Compassionate and comfortable interacting with grieving families
* Professional appearance and demeanor
* Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment
* Willingness to learn and be receptive to training and feedback

**Schedule \& Compensation**

Our standard workday is 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. This is a part\-time position generally scheduled for 8 to 24 hours per week.

Weekend availability is required, as weekend coverage will be part of the regular rotating schedule.

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Because of the nature of funeral service, flexibility and dependability are important. Additional hours may occasionally be available to assist with staff coverage.

**Why Twiford Funeral Homes?**

Since 1933, Twiford Funeral Homes has had the privilege of serving families in northeastern North Carolina. We are looking for someone who wants more than simply an office job, someone who understands that even the smallest administrative task contributes to the care we provide families during some of the most difficult days of their lives.

To apply, please submit your resume to [email protected].

Pay: From $15\.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8\.0 – 24\.0 per week

Benefits:

* Life insurance
* Retirement plan

Work Location: In person