MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: COORDINATOR MORTUARY SCIENCE PROGRAM OPERATION

GRADE: 15

JOB CODE: 7682

FLSA: EXEMPT

Job Summary

Directs the coordination and contractual arrangements with local mortuaries regarding the use of clinical assignments for students. Directs the acquisition and disposition of human remains for the educational purposes of the Mortuary Science Program. Maintains embalming room and cremation equipment in accordance with OSHA requirements.

Scope

The position works in an assigned area. Work contacts include faculty, students, staff and vendors, funeral homes, preceptors and industry representatives. Equipment used includes standard office equipment and various types of equipment related to embalming.

Supervision Received

This position reports to the Program Director. Receives general direction and broad instruction as to goals and objectives.

Supervision Exercised

None.

Representative Duties

Administers the acquisition and disposition of human remains for the educational purposes of the Mortuary Science Program; directs coordination and contractual arrangements with local mortuaries regarding clinical assignments for students; assists faculty in coordinating activities of the school's laboratory program; maintains embalming room and necessary clinical and program supplies; oversees the preparation of assigned contracts; maintains accurate records regarding student laboratory cases, laboratory assignments and the tracking of human remains; assists faculty as needed in laboratory experiences for embalming and restorative art; assists in the development of continuing education programs for licensed mortuary personnel; represents the school at State Funeral Board meetings; serves as a liaison to the Mortuary Science Advisory Council and the Arizona Funeral Directors Association; coordinates the functions of information processing, printing, property control and general operations; performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of: current funeral practices and procedures; state legal requirements; the range of mortuary services and products; OSHA requirements.

Ability to: manage assigned students within a modified and diverse mortuary setting; organize and prioritize workflow; create and follow through with outside agency contractual agreements; represent the program as an expert in the field of mortuary science; coordinate complex programs; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish cooperative working relationships with persons contacted in the course of performing assigned duties.

Training and Experience

Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. An example of this would be a graduate of an American Board accredited program in Mortuary Science and hold both State of Arizona Funeral Director and Embalming License in good standing or able to obtain same and experience as a licensed member of a funeral home staff and cremation certification.

Special Conditions of Employment

A graduate of an American Board accredited program in Mortuary Science and hold both State of Arizona Funeral Director and Embalming license in good standing or able to obtain same. Must have HBV inoculation. State of Arizona Class D Driver's License required. Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License if required. Annual update of blood-borne pathogens.

Working Conditions

Local and county travel required. Exposure to hazardous chemicals. Must be able to lift human bodies.

This class specification is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to the class and examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.