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Cemetery Services Representative (As Needed)
- Santa Monica, California
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Latent Fingerprint Examiner (As-Needed)
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Cemetery Services Representative (As Needed)
- Santa Monica, California United States
- City of Santa Monica
- Sep 29, 2026
- $59,841.60 - $73,881.60 Annually - Full Time
City of Santa Monica

Santa Monica is a beachside city of 8.3 square miles on the westside of Los Angeles County. Offering an environment of unparalleled natural beauty, the city is home to a mix of residential communities, commercial districts, and recreational venues. Recently named by National Geographic as one of the Top "10 Beach Cities in the World" and by TIME as one of the "Best Places to Live", Santa Monica features three miles of Pacific beaches and the Santa Monica Pier. Santa Monica’s residential population is approximately 93,000, increasing to an estimated 250,000 during the day with tourists, shoppers, and employees. Tourism attracts over 8 million visitors annually. The City of Santa Monica was incorporated on November 30, 1886 and subsequently adopted a City Charter in 1945. In 1947, a City Council-City Manager form of government was established. The City Council consists of seven members elected by the community at large to four year terms. The City of Santa Monica is a full-service city. City departments provide police, fire, a regional transportation network, water, refuse and recycling, streets, parking, planning, building, engineering, free public wifi, a high speed fiber optic network, parks, affordable housing, economic development, library, rent control, recreational, cultural, and educational services to the community. The City-operated Big Blue Bus regional bus service provides over 16.5 million rides for customers each year, all powered by renewable natural gas. Breeze Bike Share was Southern California's first bike share system with 500 bikes at 85 locations. In 2016, the Metro Expo Line opened connecting Santa Monica to Downtown Los Angeles in under an hour. The City of Santa Monica is a national leader in environmental, economic and social sustainability. The City is working toward aggressive climate action goals including: water self-sufficiency by 2020, zero waste by 2030, and carbon neutrality by 2050. The highly-rated Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District serves both Santa Monica and Malibu residents. Santa Monica College (SMC), one of the state's top two-year community colleges, serves over 30,000 full-time and part-time students on several campuses and offers more than 90 fields of study. Santa Monica's strong education institutions are complemented by the 5-star rated Santa Monica Public Library system. Public safety is a top priority in the City of Santa Monica. Santa Monica Fire Department continues to maintain a Class 1 ISO rating, the highest possible rating. Santa Monica has a strong and diverse economy. Known as “Silicon Beach,” local businesses are at the leading edge of the nation’s creative economy and startup scene. Sana Monica is also home to three renowned and respected health facilities, Providence Saint John’s Health Center, Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente. Connect with the City of Santa Monica by visiting www.santamonica.gov, follow @santamonicacity on Twitter, or sign up for the City's newsletter and emergency alerts at www.smgov.net/newsletter.
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- $59,841.60 - $73,881.60 Annually
- Full Time
- Sep 29, 2026
Job Description

Job Summary

Performs a wide variety of functions associated with the business operation of Woodlawn Cemetery, Mortuary, and Mausoleum including customer service, clerical work, office support and information distribution about services, programs, policies and procedures.

Works under the administrative supervision of the Cemetery Administrator and/or designee, who outlines work assignments, monitors work in progress and periodically reviews completed work.

Representative Duties

Performs administrative clerical tasks related to the daily office operation of the City’s cemetery, mausoleum and mortuary. Provides information and assistance in person and over the telephone.

Assists individuals with pre-need planning and at-need funeral and burial arrangements.

Performs sales transactions and assists individuals with the purchase of cemetery and mortuary services, interment spaces (i.e. graves, crypts and cremation niches) and funeral products (i.e. graves, vaults, caskets, urns, memorial plaques, and flowers). Receives and records payments and assists in processing invoices. Makes deposits, as assigned.

Reads cemetery maps and records to locate graves, crypts and cremation niches.

Files and maintains various documents, including record of sales forms. Enters data pertaining to each interment and purchase into electronic recordkeeping systems and computerized databases

Collects statistical data and information.Prepares and maintains letters, reports, forms and legal documents

Coordinates and schedules interment services with grounds staff and funeral directors. Verifies identification of deceased persons and confirms mortuary services with City-designated contractor(s). May provide assistance at funeral ceremonies and mortuary services, as assigned..

Keeps current on state and local laws relating to the business operations of a cemetery and mortuary.

Acts as a liaison for the Cemetery business office regarding programs, services and inquiries from bereaved families, funeral directors, health department officials, coroner’s officials, vendors and the general public.

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

Knowledge of:
Basic funeral and mortuary services and practices.
Funeral home procedures and products.

Current office procedures, practices and equipment.

Business English, spelling, punctuation and grammar.

Basic mathematics.

Cash handling techniques.

Principles and procedures or recordkeeping.

Effective customer services techniques.

Ability to:

Maintain confidentiality.

Read cemetery maps and records.

Perform transactions of funeral products and interment spaces.

Perform work with accuracy and attention to detail.
Interact with grief stricken and distraught individuals.

Work around deceased persons.

Learn, understand and comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

Perform basic mathematical computations.

Operate a variety of office equipment.

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Respond to public inquiries, complaints and requests for service in a tactful manner.

Follow written and oral instructions.

Demonstrate physical dexterity and lift objects of up to 25 lbs.

Provide effective customer service.

Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the general public.

Skill in:

Reading, writing and communicating at an appropriate level.

Dealing effectively with individuals from diverse social, cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds.
Typing at a corrected speed of 25 words per minute.
Using a personal computer and applicable software applications.

Handling cash.

Edu cation, Training and Experience:

Graduation from high school or the equivalent.

Two years of recent, paid work experience performing customer service duties with a high volume of public contact. One year of the required experience must have included working in a cemetery, funeral home, mortuary or a closely related field of business.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid class C driver license.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is generally performed indoors an office environment dealing with sensitive situations and diverse individuals. Office work involves sitting and using a computer keyboard and screen. Physical demands include walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, bending and lifting up to 25 pounds. Position involves exposure to a mortuary and outdoor elements when walking through cemetery grounds. Safety equipment is provided.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit a clear, concise, completed on-line City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. If you do not submit your on-line application by the filing deadline, you will not be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.

You may reach out to Clare Caldera with questions about this opportunity at clare.caldera@santamonica.gov.

Selection Process:

All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding your work history and qualifications for the position. All applicants will be reviewed and only those applicants determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

Background Investigation:

Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.

Inclusion & Diversity Statement:

The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!

Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).

Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three workdays prior to any examination.

The City's liberal fringe benefits for full-time employment include sick leave, holiday and vacation pay, the Public Employees Retirement System, medical, dental and vision insurance, credit union, deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, Dependent Care Assistance Plan and priority enrollment consideration at Hill & Dale Family Learning Center, Marine Park Child Development Center, and Santa Monica Early Childhood Lab School.

Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2026 5:30 PM Pacific Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.

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City of Santa Monica

Santa Monica is a beachside city of 8.3 square miles on the westside of Los Angeles County. Offering an environment of unparalleled natural beauty, the city is home to a mix of residential communities, commercial districts, and recreational venues. Recently named by National Geographic as one of the Top "10 Beach Cities in the World" and by TIME as one of the "Best Places to Live", Santa Monica features three miles of Pacific beaches and the Santa Monica Pier. Santa Monica’s residential population is approximately 93,000, increasing to an estimated 250,000 during the day with tourists, shoppers, and employees. Tourism attracts over 8 million visitors annually.

The City of Santa Monica was incorporated on November 30, 1886 and subsequently adopted a City Charter in 1945. In 1947, a City Council-City Manager form of government was established. The City Council consists of seven members elected by the community at large to four year terms.

The City of Santa Monica is a full-service city. City departments provide police, fire, a regional transportation network, water, refuse and recycling, streets, parking, planning, building, engineering, free public wifi, a high speed fiber optic network, parks, affordable housing, economic development, library, rent control, recreational, cultural, and educational services to the community.

The City-operated Big Blue Bus regional bus service provides over 16.5 million rides for customers each year, all powered by renewable natural gas. Breeze Bike Share was Southern California's first bike share system with 500 bikes at 85 locations. In 2016, the Metro Expo Line opened connecting Santa Monica to Downtown Los Angeles in under an hour.

The City of Santa Monica is a national leader in environmental, economic and social sustainability. The City is working toward aggressive climate action goals including: water self-sufficiency by 2020, zero waste by 2030, and carbon neutrality by 2050.

The highly-rated Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District serves both Santa Monica and Malibu residents. Santa Monica College (SMC), one of the state's top two-year community colleges, serves over 30,000 full-time and part-time students on several campuses and offers more than 90 fields of study. Santa Monica's strong education institutions are complemented by the 5-star rated Santa Monica Public Library system.

Public safety is a top priority in the City of Santa Monica. Santa Monica Fire Department continues to maintain a Class 1 ISO rating, the highest possible rating.

Santa Monica has a strong and diverse economy. Known as “Silicon Beach,” local businesses are at the leading edge of the nation’s creative economy and startup scene.

Sana Monica is also home to three renowned and respected health facilities, Providence Saint John’s Health Center, Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente.

Connect with the City of Santa Monica by visiting www.santamonica.gov, follow @santamonicacity on Twitter, or sign up for the City's newsletter and emergency alerts at www.smgov.net/newsletter.
City of Santa Monica
- Santa Monica, California, United States
- https://www.santamonica.gov
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Cemetery Services Representative (As Needed)

Motor Coach Operator Trainee

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Event Venue Supervisor

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Deputy City Attorney - Civil Litigation Division

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