Part-Time Administrative Assistant

Sunburst Memorials • Watertown, MA

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Sunburst Memorials has been in business since 1917 and is a part of the Scipi family of companies. Sunburst serves families throughout the Midwest with retail operations in MN, MI, IA, NE, WI, and SD. We believe that our values and conducting business the Scipi way, has led us to growing our business to over 20 retail stores across the Midwest. We are a 100% employee-owned organization based in Central MN, employing 250 team members across the Midwest and Canada. This position is located at Watertown Monument in Watertown, SD. Watertown offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure. Watertown is home to amazing attractions such as Pelican Lake, Lake Kampeska, the Terry Redlin Art Center, and Bramble Park Zoo! As the Administrative Assistant, you are responsible for assisting the store team to successfully operate a memorial store. The ideal candidate is a compassionate team player with exceptional customer service and organizational skills. If you fit this description, Apply Today! This position has an hourly wage range of $18 - $23 based on experience. This is a part-time position with an expected 16 – 24 hours per week. This position is eligible for an annual, discretionary bonus. This position will remain posted until filled with resume review ongoing.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Pre-employment physical and drug screen prior to hire
• Completion of technology testing and background check
• Ability to travel to St. Cloud, MN for training and annual sales meetings

Nice To Haves

• 1-3 years customer service
• An understanding of funeral home, granite or retail store operations

Responsibilities

• Deliver a welcoming showroom experience by assisting visitors and managing phone/email inquiries, while maintaining a clean, organized facility and ensuring accurate customer and cemetery records
• Generate and nurture prospects through letters, leads, and community events while supporting the Memorial Consultant in guiding families through memorial selection, design, and purchase
• Coordinate memorial order fulfillment by managing relationships with cemetery sextons, caretakers, and lettering teams, including scheduling memorial settings with all parties and occasional travel to cemeteries as needed
• Travel to St. Cloud for required training and annual sales meetings while consistently upholding and demonstrating company values

Benefits

• A path to ownership in the company through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• A collaborative environment where we believe that laughter and fun bond us together

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED