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How much do cemetery manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for cemetery manager in Utah is $23.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.77 and $29.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a cemetery manager do?

A Cemetery Manager oversees the daily operations of a cemetery, ensuring burial services run smoothly and maintenance is properly managed. They handle administrative tasks such as record-keeping, coordinating with funeral homes, and assisting families with plot purchases and arrangements. Additionally, they supervise groundskeeping staff to maintain the cemetery’s appearance and ensure compliance with local regulations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a cemetery manager?

Successful Cemetery Managers typically have experience in grounds management, operations oversight, budgeting, and basic business administration, often supported by a degree in business management or a related field. Familiarity with cemetery management software, plot mapping tools, and, in some jurisdictions, relevant certifications or licenses is important. Compassion, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate sensitively with grieving families are crucial soft skills. These capabilities ensure respectful cemetery operations, regulatory compliance, and a supportive environment for staff and visitors.

What are some typical challenges faced by a cemetery manager, and how are they addressed?

Cemetery Managers often encounter challenges such as maintaining grounds in all weather conditions, coordinating sensitive arrangements for burials or memorial services, and ensuring compliance with state and local regulations. They address these by implementing clear operational procedures, working closely with a diverse team of groundskeepers, administrative staff, and funeral directors, and engaging in ongoing training on best practices and regulations. Strong organizational skills and effective communication help manage schedules and resolve issues promptly. The ability to show empathy and professionalism is key, especially when supporting families during difficult times. By proactively addressing challenges, Cemetery Managers help create a respectful and well-maintained environment for both visitors and staff.

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What cities in Utah are hiring for Cemetery Manager jobs?

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Infographic showing various Cemetery Manager job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,894 per year, or $24 per hour.

Funeral Director $3,000 Sign On Bonus

Service Corporation International

Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago


Service Corporation International rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 97 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 9 rated funeral services


Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Funeral Director is the primary contact with our families and interacts with them to fulfill the cremation arrangement needs for their love ones. Funeral Directors are responsible to ensure customers' full range of needs is addressed. He /She will provide customer service in all the areas of helping families and establishes strong personal and business relationships with customers.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Meet with families and complete arrangements from beginning to end.
  • Partner with the Services Manager to fulfill customers' needs.
  • Support Location Manager in retaining the heritage and grow market share through active involvement with the community.
  • Ensure adherence to all professional, municipal, provincial/state, and federal licensing authority, regulations, and applicable rules.
  • Aftercare includes delivery of documents, stationery, documentation, information on insurance, health benefits, and pension, pre-arrangements for next of kin.
  • Answering phones, preparing reports as necessary, and participating in staff meetings.
  • Run errands related to cremation arrangements (post office, health department)
  • Ability to use technology while meeting with families.
  • Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
  • Skillfully gathers, analyzes, and trends data.
  • Interact and connect with families in order to provide support
  • Produce and maintain service contract files
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM Requirements

Education

  • High school diploma or Equivalent

Certification/License

  • Appropriate state Funeral Director Licensure is preferred

Experience

  • 1-2 years of industry experience
  • 3-5 years of recent administrative or customer service experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong Computer Skills
  • Excellent Administrative Skills.
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Ability to operate office equipment such as photocopiers, printers, fax machines, etc.
  • Conveys information clearly and concisely in written and spoken communication
  • Resolves problems and provides solutions to customers in a timely manner
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Reliable transportation for occasional errands, local health departments, post office, deliveries, etc. (Mileage reimbursement available)

Work CONDITIONS

When considering the work hours associated with this job, the following factors may apply:

Work Environment
  • Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions
  • Limited amount of local and/or multiple location traveling
  • Traveling to local business
  • Business Professional Dress is required when in contact with families. 
Work Postures
  • Frequent, continuous periods of time standing, up 6 hours per day
  • Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day
  • Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently
Physical Demands
  • Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
  • Move, push and pull up to 25 lbs.
Work Hours
  • Operations hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  (Business hours may vary per location and state)
  • Travel up to 5%
Postal Code: 84106 Category (Portal Searching): Operations Job Location: US-UT - Salt Lake City

Company Description

We are proud to be North America's leading provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services.

Our nearly 25,000 associates are driven by our guiding purpose to compassionately support families during their most difficult times, celebrate the significance of life and preserve memories that transcend generations.

We’ve created a culture of Service Excellence to our families and to each other. It’s the reason more than 600,000 families turn to us each year to care for their loved ones.


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