Part-Time Administrative Assistant

**Part\-Time Administrative Assistant**

**Mowell Funeral Home \& Cremation Service \| Fayette County, Georgia**

Mowell Funeral Home \& Cremation Service is seeking a **Part\-Time Administrative Assistant** to join our team, serving our Fayetteville and Peachtree City locations.

For us, there is no greater responsibility than honoring each life with care and helping families through one of the most difficult times in their lives. Our Administrative Assistants play an important role in that mission by supporting our funeral directors, caring for the administrative details of each service, and helping ensure every family receives the compassionate, professional service they deserve.

This position requires someone who is organized, detail\-oriented, dependable, and comfortable interacting with families and the public. Because accuracy and attention to detail are essential in funeral service, the ideal candidate will be able to follow established procedures and checklists while managing multiple responsibilities in a busy office environment.

**Essential Duties \& Responsibilities**

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Prepare and maintain funeral service files, including obituaries, death certificates, honorariums, and other service\-related documents.
* Enter and maintain accurate information in funeral home software and complete required file checklists.
* Verify information for accuracy and work closely with funeral directors throughout the arrangement and service process.
* Design and prepare personalized stationery and printed materials selected by families.
* Answer incoming telephone calls and provide professional, courteous assistance to families and other callers.
* Process payments and receipts and maintain accurate ledger and billing information.
* Communicate and work with insurance companies on behalf of families when necessary.
* Perform general administrative duties, including copying, filing, scanning, receiving deliveries, and other office responsibilities.
* Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the families we serve.
* Proofread obituaries, personalized stationery, funeral service documents, and other materials for accuracy.
* Communicate effectively with funeral directors, staff members, families, physicians' offices, probate courts, and other organizations.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications \& Skills**

The ideal candidate will:

* Have previous administrative or clerical experience in an office environment, preferably in a position involving regular customer interaction.
* Demonstrate excellent organizational and time\-management skills.
* Have exceptional attention to detail and the ability to follow established procedures and checklists.
* Communicate clearly, professionally, and compassionately, both in person and by telephone.
* Demonstrate patience, empathy, discretion, and professionalism when interacting with bereaved families.
* Possess strong listening skills and the ability to accurately follow both written and verbal instructions.
* Be proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable learning and using computer software.
* Be comfortable operating standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, scanners, and multi\-line telephone systems.
* Have strong proofreading skills and the ability to identify errors in names, dates, obituaries, stationery, and other important documents.
* Be dependable and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

**Physical Requirements**

This position requires the ability to:

* Remain seated or stationary for approximately 50% of the workday.
* Frequently operate a computer and other office equipment.
* Occasionally move throughout the office to access files, equipment, and other work areas.
* Bend, stoop, and perform light lifting as necessary.
* Lift up to 40 pounds.

**Position Details**

**Job Type:** Part\-Time
**Starting Pay:** $14\.00 per hour
**Schedule:** Two to three 8\-hour shifts per week, primarily Monday through Friday. Candidates must also be available to work some Saturdays.
**Work Locations:** Fayetteville and Peachtree City, Georgia

**About the Position**

Funeral service is unlike most office environments. The administrative work performed in this position directly supports families at a significant time in their lives. We are looking for someone who understands that even small details matter and who will approach each family, each service, and each responsibility with accuracy, compassion, and professionalism.

Pay: $14\.00 \- $15\.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24\.0 – 30\.0 per week

Work Location: In person