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How much do historic cemetery jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for historic cemetery in the United States is $27.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $33.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a historic cemetery?

Historic cemeteries are burial grounds that have significant historical, cultural, or architectural value, often reflecting the heritage of a community or region. These cemeteries may be the final resting places of notable individuals, veterans, or early settlers, and can contain unique monuments, headstones, and landscaping. Preservation of these sites helps maintain a tangible connection to the past and provides opportunities for education and research. Many historic cemeteries are protected by local, state, or national heritage organizations and may be listed on registers of historic places.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a historic cemetery manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Historic Cemetery Manager, you need expertise in cemetery operations, historic preservation, and grounds maintenance, often supported by a background in history, horticulture, or related fields. Familiarity with GIS mapping, cemetery management software, and preservation best practices is important. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate sensitively with the public set top candidates apart. These skills ensure the respectful preservation of historic sites, accurate records management, and positive community relations.

What are some common challenges faced by staff working in historic cemeteries?

Staff in historic cemeteries often face unique challenges such as preserving fragile monuments, managing restoration projects, and balancing the needs of descendants with the requirements of historical preservation. They must also navigate regulations related to conservation and sometimes work with local historians or community groups on educational initiatives. Effective communication and attention to detail are crucial, as is a commitment to maintaining the respectful atmosphere expected in these settings.

What is the difference between Historic Cemetery vs Cemetery Worker?

AspectHistoric CemeteryCemetery Worker
Required CredentialsMay require historical preservation knowledge, certifications in conservationTypically requires basic groundskeeping or maintenance certifications
Work EnvironmentHistoric sites, preservation areas, outdoor settings with historical significanceGraveyards, cemeteries, outdoor grounds maintenance
Employer & IndustryHistorical societies, preservation agencies, museumsCemetery management companies, local government
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles involve outdoor work at cemeteries, a Historic Cemetery specialist focuses on preservation and maintaining the site's historical integrity, often requiring specialized knowledge. A Cemetery Worker primarily handles groundskeeping and maintenance tasks. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and interests.

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What states have the most Historic Cemetery jobs?

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Infographic showing various Historic Cemetery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,993 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Cemetery Arrangements Specialist

Service Corporation International

Whittier, CA • On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.
Ensure that documentation to support the disposition of remains is present in the At-Need file, is accurate, and complies with state, federal, and Company rules and regulations. Provide outstanding Customer Service to internal and external customers. Adhere to high Quality Control standards.
Cemetery Arrangements Specialist
Essential Job Functions: Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Comply with state and federal laws and with established Company rules and regulations by inspecting documentation that supports the disposition of remains to ensure that it is complete, accurate, and filed correctly.
  • Act on calls from external customers, including other cemeteries and mortuaries, to provide cemetery products and service selections, to include disposition of remains, contracts, and payments.
  • Assist customers in person with arranging for disposition of remains, presenting cemetery products and service selections, finalizing contracts, and payment.
  • Create marker records, accept marker payments from outside monument companies and follow up on outstanding marker orders.
  • Think critically about work processes, troubleshoot situations, and take remedial action.
  • Prepare and distribute daily interment schedules, reports, and documents.
  • Manage the chain of custody of cremated human remains.
  • Adhere to Company policies, procedures, rules, and controls.
  • Adhere to safety rules and regulations and report unsafe practices to management.
  • Act on customer complaints to provide satisfactory resolution.
  • Participate in training and skill development opportunities to improve competency and customer service.
  • Report to work on time and maintain standard attendance.
  • Additional tasks as management deem necessary.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with arrangement Counselors and give support as needed. Create At-Need contracts when needed. Corrects information in At-Need files when needed. Must be able to follow through and troubleshoot problems areas according to the needs of the department.
  • Supports all other departments by researching information requested relating to at-need and pre-need contracts and responds in a timely and positive manner. Responds to all department complaints, as they relate to errors resulting in the dissatisfaction of services provided by members of the At-Need team, with the intent of resolving issues before referring matter to the supervisor or manager. Maintains an inter-department good working relationship, leading by example and fostering the need for open communication. Must have complete knowledge and understanding of Forethought rules and policies (includes AML).

Requirements:
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a business environment (mortuary and/or cemetery experience preferred)
  • Excellent ability to communicate persuasively, both verbally and in written form, with customers, co-workers, and management team.
  • Must pass competency test demonstrating knowledge of cemetery, crematory, and mortuary laws
  • Associates degree in business preferred.
  • CA Driver's License
  • Bilingual Preferred
  • MS Office software

Schedule:
Work overtime as needed, as daily work must be completed before leaving; must work rotating schedule including weekends and holidays.
Compensation:
*$22.00/hr - $26.00/hr
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location
*$20.00/hr training pay rate upon hire and increased to $22.00/hr after successful completion of training and ability to complete 4 cases.
Benefits (dependent upon eligibility):
Medical*Dental*Vision*Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)*Health Savings Account with Company Contribution*Sick Leave*Short-Term Disability*Long-Term Disability*Life Insurance*Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance*Dependent Life Insurance*SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance Program
Rose Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company's hiring procedures do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual-orientation, veteran's status or disability, or any other legally protected status.
SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities.
As part of your pre-employment background check, your criminal conviction history will be verified given that this role requires the following material job duties: Working with or around client families, colleagues, and working with confidential information. Convictions creating a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with the identified job duties may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer.
Postal Code: 90601
Category (Portal Searching): Operations
Job Location: US-CA - Whittier

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