Atascadero Cemetery District announces manager position opening ahead of 2026 retirement

By Atascadero News · Wed Jun 11 2025

ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Cemetery District Board of Trustees is now accepting resumes for the position of district manager, ahead of the current manager’s planned retirement on May 15, 2026. The selected candidate will begin no later than April 1, 2026, to allow time for a smooth leadership transition.

The district manager oversees operations at Pine Mountain Cemetery and is responsible for managing all aspects of the special district’s day-to-day operations, including burial scheduling, financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, human resources, compliance with public bidding laws, and ongoing expansion projects. The manager also acts as board secretary and liaison to the County of San Luis Obispo for fiscal matters.

This is a full-time, exempt position under the direction of a three-member Board of Trustees. The role requires compassion, discretion, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work closely with families during times of grief. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, accounting software, and the PlotBox Burial System is essential.

Minimum qualifications include:

• High school diploma
• Prior public employment
• Experience in bookkeeping and supervision
• Valid California driver’s license
• Willingness to attend statewide professional development conferences

Salary & Benefits:

• Starting salary: $95,000/year, negotiable
• CalPERS retirement (2% at 62)
• Employer-paid health and dental insurance
• Paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, and cellphone reimbursement
• District vehicle provided
• Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; must be available by phone 24/7

Interviews are planned for November–December 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes early.

For more information, contact the Atascadero Cemetery District Office at (805) 466-1242.