Floral Designer (part-time)

SCI Shared Resources•Riverside, CA

About The Position

The Floral Designer designs, cuts, and arranges live, dried, or artificial flowers and foliage for funeral services, cemetery needs, and special events. The role provides customer service by reviewing product selections, writing orders, receiving payments, and delivering arrangements. The designer works with clients and funeral and floral colleagues to clarify requests, coordinate schedules, and resolve issues. The position also involves maintaining the design work area, flower cooler, and equipment, and transporting arrangements to homes or service venues.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Three to five years of experience in floral design.
Demonstrated knowledge of floral products and design.
Demonstrated knowledge of the care of floral plants and flowers.
Basic computer, internet, and word-processing skills.
Clear and articulate communication skills.
High level of compassion and integrity.
Problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize.
Detail oriented.
Adaptable to frequently changing priorities.
Valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions.
Ability to travel locally and/or between multiple locations as required.
Ability to stand for frequent, continuous periods of up to six hours per day.
Ability to frequently climb stairs to access buildings.
Manual dexterity and physical effort.
Professional dress when in contact with families.

Nice To Haves

Training in floral design preferred.
Certificate from a School of Floral Design preferred.

Responsibilities

Review orders for clarity, product availability, and event schedules.
Prioritize work to meet deadlines.
Answer calls and greet clients courteously and empathetically.
Discuss client needs; suggest products, seasonal products, and floral services for special events; quote products; and accurately record orders and payments.
Collaborate with the Funeral Director to clarify contractual requests.
Collaborate with floral colleagues on design, scheduling, issues, and processes.
Work with others to resolve issues.
Plan arrangements according to client requirements using design knowledge and knowledge of material properties, or select an appropriate standard design pattern.
Select flowers and foliage for arrangements.
Trim and arrange bouquets, wreaths, terrariums, and other items using floral tools and materials.
Pack and wrap completed arrangements for transportation.
Keep the design work area and flower cooler clean, neat, and tidy.
Maintain design equipment in good working order and notify management when repairs or replacements are needed.
Drive company vehicles to deliver arrangements to client homes or service venues.
Secure floral designs during transportation.