Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services · 4 months ago
Director of Non-Profit Operations
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expCatholic Funeral & Cemetery Services (CFCS) is seeking a faith-filled and mission-driven Director of Cemeteries to lead the Diocese of San Jose’s cemetery operations. This unique leadership role blends pastoral ministry with strategic business management to serve families during their end-of-life journey with compassion and faith.
ConsultingFuneralsNon Profit
Responsibilities
Serve as the chief evangelization and mission leader for CFCS San Jose
Foster a vibrant culture of missionary discipleship, inspiring staff and partners to serve in unity with the Church’s call to mercy and compassion
Build and strengthen parish and community partnerships that support end-of-life ministry
Lead day-to-day cemetery operations with excellence, accountability, and compassion
Develop and execute strategic plans to improve family service, operational efficiency, and financial performance
Expand the reach of the pre-need planning ministry to provide peace of mind for families and financial sustainability for cemetery operations
Guide, coach, and motivate staff to integrate faith, service, and professionalism
Ensure regulatory compliance, safety standards, and operational best practices
Manage budgets, oversee financial planning, and provide clear reporting to stakeholders
Collaborate closely with Diocesan leadership to fulfill shared pastoral and organizational goals
Qualification
Required
Practicing Catholic with demonstrated faith-based leadership and a deep understanding of Catholic teachings on end-of-life care
4–6 years of senior-level experience in operations, sales, or business management
Proven leadership in client-facing environments with emphasis on compassionate care
Excellent communication, collaboration, and servant leadership skills
Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and proof of insurance
Proficient with computers, technology, and office systems
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
2–4 years of experience in a non-profit or Church ministry setting strongly preferred
Benefits
Bi-annual performance bonus opportunities
Open PTO policy (flexible paid time off)
Employer-paid health insurance premiums
Retirement plan with employer contributions
Company
Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services
CFCS is a church-owned nonprofit group devoted to offering education, outreach, and professional burial, cremation, and cemetery services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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