Secretary - Urbana Location Join Our Family. Make a Difference Every Day. At Vernon Family Funeral Homes , we believe that serving families is more than just a job, it's a calling. As a family-owned business, we have proudly served our community for generations by providing compassionate care during life's most difficult moments. We are looking for someone who shares those values and wants to become part of a close-knit team that truly cares about one another and the families we serve. We are currently seeking a full-time Secretary for our Urbana location. This position is perfect for someone who is friendly, dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoys helping people. Every interaction you have has the opportunity to make someone's day a little easier, and we take that responsibility to heart. If you thrive in a welcoming office environment, enjoy staying organized, and want a career where your work genuinely matters, we would love to meet you. What You'll Do As the first point of contact for many of our families, you will play an important role in creating a warm, caring, and professional experience.

Responsibilities include:

Greeting families and visitors with kindness and professionalism. Answering and directing incoming phone calls. Scheduling appointments and maintaining office calendars. Preparing and proof reading documents with accuracy. Managing electronic files using Microsoft OneDrive and other Microsoft Office programs. Assisting funeral directors and office staff with administrative tasks. Processing paperwork while maintaining strict confidentiality. Keeping the office organized and running efficiently. Providing exceptional customer service to families and visitors. Assisting with setting up for funeral services to help ensure each family's service is welcoming, organized, and prepared with care. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is someone who: Has a positive, friendly, and compassionate personality. Is highly organized with exceptional attention to detail. Takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work. Is dependable, self-motivated, and willing to jump in wherever needed. Communicates professionally in person, over the phone, and through email. Is comfortable using computers and technology, including: Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Microsoft OneDrive Learns new software quickly and adapts well to change. Enjoys working both independently and as part of a team. Previous administrative or customer service experience is preferred but not required. We are happy to train the right individual who shares our values and work ethic. Why Join Vernon Family Funeral Homes? When you join our team, you're not just accepting another office job, you become part of a family. We believe in treating our employees with the same care and respect that we show the families we serve.

We offer:

A supportive, family-oriented work environment. Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of others. A team that values integrity, compassion, and professionalism. Opportunities to grow and build a long-term career. A workplace where your hard work is genuinely appreciated. If you're looking for a career where kindness matters, details make a difference, and every day gives you the opportunity to help others, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person