Our Funeral Home Career Opportunities

Are you looking to work for a business that treats staff like family?

Are you interested in working for a company who is an 14-year winner of the Consumers’ Choice Award for Business Excellence?

Do you have experience providing administrative support?

Do you want to work in a profession where you can be part of giving back to families in their hardest moments?

Park Memorial (PM) is a family-owned and operated full-service funeral home throughout Northern Alberta, including Edmonton, Vegreville, Mayerthorpe, Lamont, and Smoky Lake. With over 80 years of experience serving families of all faiths and backgrounds. Ethics and honesty are paramount to our family business culture, whether we’re supporting a grieving family or caring for our team.

We are looking for a part-time Administrative Assistant to join our Edmonton office team on weekends and weekdays. The shifts for this position would include a mix of weekends and weekday shifts depending on operational needs. The incumbent will be responsible for answering phones, greeting families and visitors, and maintaining files. The Administrative Assistant will maintain professionalism, demonstrate extraordinary customer service, and be responsible for a variety of administrative duties that aid in the day-to-day operations of Park Memorial.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a point of contact for the Edmonton office during your shifts.

• Greet and direct families and visitors attending services.

• Receive incoming telephone calls; record, direct, and deliver accurate messages.

• Monitor emails, respond, and forward as needed.

• Answer ‘first calls’ (families calling to inform us of a death).

• Maintain and update client files within Park Memorial’s computer program.

• Draft and proof obituaries, and submit to relevant media within deadlines.

• Manage Park Memorial’s website (uploading obituaries and photos).

Education/ Experience:

• 1 – 2 years of Administrative experience in an office setting.

• Diploma in office administration from an accredited university or technical institute (NAIT, SAIT, or equivalent) or equivalent professional experience.

• Clear communication skills and superior attention to detail.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Clear background check.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Park Memorial Team!

Click here to apply.

Are you looking to work for a business that treats staff like family?

Are you interested in working for a company who is an 14-year winner of the Consumers’ Choice Award for Business Excellence?

Do you have experience providing administrative support?

Park Memorial (PM) is a family owned and operated full-service funeral home in throughout Northern Alberta, including Edmonton, Vegreville, Mayerthorpe, Lamont, and Smoky Lake. With over 80 years of experience serving families of all faiths and backgrounds. Ethics and honesty are paramount to our family business culture, whether we’re supporting a grieving family or caring for our team.

The Administrative Support will be responsible for providing high quality, professional administrative service to support the management team. This includes meeting coordination, file/record management, donation asks, assisting with advertising, ordering uniforms, creating reports, and assisting with billing/invoicing process. They will be supporting the leadership team in the planning and execution of activities related to the company’s business plan, marketing objectives, accounting, and business development. Additionally, the Administrative Support will interact with grieving families to answer questions, assist with the invoicing process, and provide support resources to families.

Responsibilities:

- General/Office Administration

• Monitor various email inboxes.

• Receive and transfer incoming phone calls.

• Record, deliver, and direct messages as needed.

• Maintain supplies (ex. stickers, decals, update plaque in lobby) and documents.

• Conduct various administrative duties as needed (mail, write letters and cards, source/restock office supplies, prepare documents, subscription renewals, etc.).

• Greet and assist families or visitors who arrive for appointments, arrangements, visitations, and services.

• Answer and respond to family/community/staff inquiries and concerns.

• Follow-up with management or relevant staff on family concerns.

• Receive, review, and file service evaluations.

• Maintain grief resources and provide grief resource information to families.

• Delegate tasks and errands to staff.

• Assist the President with tasks as assigned (ex. Taking notes, assisting with daily calendar, making reservations/bookings, placing orders, errands, research and reporting, attend events, etc.).

• Assist with general organization and presentability of offices.

• Maintenance and facilitation of advertising, donations, and sponsorships.

• Draft various monthly reports.

• Interact and network with PM staff and community members.

• Assist with planning and organizing of internal and external company events.

• Distribute schedule to staff daily.

• Maintain records (Advertising, Accounting, Events, Services, etc.).

• Facilitate advertising and assist with proofing.

• Mail condolences and laminated obituaries to families.

Accounting

• Ensure compliance with all Accounting department policies and procedures.

• Prepare invoices that include all relevant and accurate information for families.

• Process payments on amounts owing, write receipts, and update invoices thereafter.

• Enter invoicing details in the accounting system or filing system to ensure records are updated.

• Distribution of Paper Schedules.

- HR

• Ensure all staff have uniforms and accessories, maintain records of supplies accordingly.

• Monitor dry-cleaning/slips and follow-up with dry-cleaners if concerns/issues arise.

• Draft and distribute announcements/communications for all staff.

• Create and post Special Dates (birthdays, anniversaries, kudos, etc.) calendar in the lunchroom.

• Promote and facilitate perks for staff (event ticket draws, ordering flowers/food, gift cards, birthday meals and gifts, staff contests, etc.)

- Education/ Experience:

• 3 – 5 years of Administrative experience in an office setting.

• Experience associated with invoicing and processing payments would be considered an asset.

• Diploma in office administration from an accredited university or technical institute (NAIT, SAIT, or equivalent) or equivalent professional experience.

• Clear communication skills and a superior attention to detail.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Click here to apply.

Are you looking to work for a business that treats staff like family? 

Are you interested in working for a company who is a 14-year winner of the Consumers’ Choice Award for Business Excellence?

Are you passionate about supporting families during a difficult time?

Park Memorial (PM) is a family-owned and operated full-service funeral home throughout Northern Alberta, including Edmonton, Vegreville, Mayerthorpe, Lamont, and Smoky Lake. With over 80 years of experience serving families of all faiths and backgrounds. Ethics and honesty are paramount to our family business culture, whether we’re supporting a grieving family or caring for our team.  The common thread between us all is the desire to help families during one of the most difficult times in their lives.

We are looking for a full-time Funeral Attendant for our Edmonton location who will be responsible to assist with funerals and other services; set up for visitations; conduct transfers from different facilities to the funeral home (must have strength and ability to lift); drive families in limousines or the funeral coach; clean funeral vehicles; pick up medicals; and look after other duties as required.

The incumbent will work in a team environment that is committed to serving families with compassion and sincerity. This position prioritizes meeting the needs of the families Park Memorial serves with professionalism and excellent customer service skills.

Qualifications:

• Highschool diploma.

• Previous experience in a customer service-oriented role.

• Experience in the funeral profession is considered an asset, but not required.

• Valid driver’s license with a full, non-GDL level license, and a clear drivers abstract.

• Clear Police Information Check will be required.

We offer competitive wages, paid overtime, health benefits (including 100% prescription coverage, basic dental and vision exams), bonuses, profit sharing, and additional flexibilities that come from working within a family business.

Click here to apply.

Are you looking to work for a business that treats staff like family? 

Are you interested in working for a company who is a 14-year winner of the Consumers’ Choice Award for Business Excellence?

Are you passionate about supporting families during a difficult time?

Park Memorial (PM) is a family-owned and operated full-service funeral home throughout Northern Alberta, including Edmonton, Vegreville, Mayerthorpe, Lamont, and Smoky Lake. With over 80 years of experience serving families of all faiths and backgrounds. Ethics and honesty are paramount to our family business culture, whether we’re supporting a grieving family or caring for our team.  The common thread between us all is the desire to help families during one of the most difficult times in their lives.

We are looking for a part-time Funeral Attendant for our Edmonton location who will be responsible to assist with funerals and other services; set up for visitations; conduct transfers from different facilities to the funeral home (must have strength and ability to lift); drive families in limousines or the funeral coach; clean funeral vehicles; pick up medicals; and look after other duties as required.

The incumbent will work in a team environment that is committed to serving families with compassion and sincerity. This position prioritizes meeting the needs of the families Park Memorial serves with professionalism and excellent customer service skills.

Qualifications:

• Highschool diploma.

• Previous experience in a customer service-oriented role.

• Experience in the funeral profession is considered an asset, but not required.

• Valid driver’s license with a full, non-GDL level license, and a clear drivers abstract.

• Clear Police Information Check will be required.

We offer competitive wages and additional flexibilities that come from working within a family business.

Click here to apply.

Are you looking to work for a business that treats staff like family?

Do you want to be part of a family business that has a positive community impact and reputation?

Are you interested in working for a company who is a 14-year winner of the Consumers’ Choice Award for Business Excellence?

Do you want to be part of a team that supports families and each other?

Can you build strong connections in our Vegreville, Lamont, and Smoky Lake locations?

Park Memorial is a family owned and operated full-service funeral home with locations throughout Northern Alberta. We are looking to hire a Funeral Director to oversee three of our rural locations (Vegreville, Lamont, and Smoky Lake) that are all close in proximity. The Funeral Director will be responsible for the overall management of service delivery including arrangements, disposition, ceremony, and after care, with strong assistance from the Edmonton team. By providing compassionate guidance and expert assistance, they help create meaningful and respectful farewell ceremonies.

With over 80 years of experience serving families of all faiths and backgrounds, ethics and honesty are paramount to our family business culture. The Funeral Director will continue to abide by these values of Park Memorial by educating families so they can make the best choice for themselves and their loved ones.

We have a variety of perks for staff such as local events, hockey games, fundraising dinners, and golf tournaments. Park Memorial is dedicated to the communities we serve, so we encourage staff to engage and build relationships with community members.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, group RRSP plan, annual bonus structure, and variety of paid time off options, in addition to a competitive salary.

Rural living also provides the benefits of a lower cost of living, truly getting to know your neighbours, and a slower daily pace of life.

Interested? Feel free to apply with your resume and cover letter!

Qualifications:

• Funeral Director’s license is required.

• Embalmer’s license is considered an asset.

• Experience is considered an asset, but not a necessity, as newly licensed individuals bring

other unique perspectives to the table.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Park Memorial Team!

Click here to apply.