Assistant or Assistant to the Mortuary Chambers at 100%
- 30 July 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Genève
About the job
The Funeral Services, Cemeteries and Crematorium of the City of Geneva (SPF) has the primary mission of providing, with dignity, funerals, burials and cremations for persons deceased within the territory of the City, the canton of Geneva, as well as any person deceased in Switzerland or abroad. It assists bereaved families and manages cemeteries and funeral facilities made available. To strengthen its team within the Funeral Centre, the SPF is seeking an
Assistant or Assistant to the Mortuary Chambers at 100%
Your mission and responsibilities
- Welcome and inform families at the funeral centre reception and accompany them to the mortuary chamber.
- Ensure the presentation of the deceased by providing, if necessary, care to the bodies according to the wishes expressed by the families.
- Handle various administrative document follow-ups and assist with cleaning and maintenance of the facilities.
- As master of ceremonies, welcome and support families in the preparation, organisation and management of ceremonies.
- At the families’ request, read a text during the ceremony in addition to the usual announcements.
- Provide on-call duties and cover shifts at weekends and public holidays, according to a pre-established rota.
Your profile
- Hold a Federal VET Diploma as a commercial employee or an equivalent qualification, and have at least 5 years’ experience in a social, health or hospitality field.
- Be in excellent health and have no restrictions on lifting loads.
- Demonstrate good organisational skills and initiative.
- Be able to work in a team and show interpersonal skills, listening and empathy.
- Be capable of coping with an emotionally demanding environment.
- Be proficient in common computer software (Microsoft Office) and in French, both spoken and written.
- Be comfortable with public speaking and maintain a professional appearance.
- Hold a valid driving licence.
Conditions and application procedure
Application deadline: 20.08.2026
Start date: to be agreed
Job classification: Class E of the salary scale
Application file
The application file must include the following:
- Cover letter;
- Detailed curriculum vitae or, failing that, completed "Job Application" form (available for download on our website);
- Copies of diplomas and work certificates.
Application follow-up
In the City of Geneva, the recruitment process is decentralised. This means that each service or department is responsible for following up applications for the positions it offers.
An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent to applicants.
Employment conditions
- Meet the job requirements in terms of diplomas and experience as stated in the job offer.
- Hold a valid work permit or authorisation.
Employees of the City of Geneva must reside within the authorised residential zone ( https://www.geneve.ch/emploi ).
In its commitment to combat unemployment, the city encourages applications from the Cantonal Employment Office.
More information on the working conditions of the City of Geneva: https://www.geneve.ch/emploi
- Welcome and inform families at the funeral centre reception and accompany them to the mortuary chamber.
- Ensure the presentation of the deceased by providing, if necessary, care to the bodies according to the wishes expressed by the families.
- Handle various administrative document follow-ups and assist with cleaning and maintenance of the facilities.
- As master of ceremonies, welcome and support families in the preparation, organisation and management of ceremonies.
- At the families’ request, read a text during the ceremony in addition to the usual announcements.
- Provide on-call duties and cover shifts at weekends and public holidays, according to a pre-established rota.
Your profile
- Hold a Federal VET Diploma as a commercial employee or an equivalent qualification, and have at least 5 years’ experience in a social, health or hospitality field.
- Be in excellent health and have no restrictions on lifting loads.
- Demonstrate good organisational skills and initiative.
- Be able to work in a team and show interpersonal skills, listening and empathy.
- Be capable of coping with an emotionally demanding environment.
- Be proficient in common computer software (Microsoft Office) and in French, both spoken and written.
- Be comfortable with public speaking and maintain a professional appearance.
- Hold a valid driving licence.
Conditions and application procedure
Application deadline: 20.08.2026
Start date: to be agreed
Job classification: Class E of the salary scale
Application file
The application file must include the following:
- Cover letter;
- Detailed curriculum vitae or, failing that, completed "Job Application" form (available for download on our website);
- Copies of diplomas and work certificates.
Application follow-up
In the City of Geneva, the recruitment process is decentralised. This means that each service or department is responsible for following up applications for the positions it offers.
An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent to applicants.
Employment conditions
- Meet the job requirements in terms of diplomas and experience as stated in the job offer.
- Hold a valid work permit or authorisation.
Employees of the City of Geneva must reside within the authorised residential zone ( https://www.geneve.ch/emploi ).
In its commitment to combat unemployment, the city encourages applications from the Cantonal Employment Office.
More information on the working conditions of the City of Geneva: https://www.geneve.ch/emploi
