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IT Developer at Service Corporation International
Posted Feb 1, 2012
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2011 in Houston, TX (took 2 weeks)
The interviewers and Hiring Manager was very weak as far as interview skills. It was probably the easiest interview as a developer I had ever had. The Hiring Manager just gave a BS statement about the job but it didn't really tell me what I would be working on in detail. I asked and no one seemed to really know! the Hiring Manager (an IT Director over developers) many stuttered throughout the interview. There were a couple other Sr developers asking me questions but they were a breeze. No real challanging questions. Actually I like very interactive interviews and the 3 just basically sat there like robots. I think the Sr Developers were intimidated by the stuttering Director. They seemed afraid of him (or his authority).
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Reason for Declining
I declined for 3 reasons:
1) No one could really tell me the true job description or what type of work as far as development I would be doing. They just threw out general terms like .NET development
2) The Hiring Manager (IT development Director) was not impressive at all as far as what (mannerisms and questions) i would expect as one in his position. Also the Sr Developers (I think one was an Architect) seemed VERY afraid of him. I don't want to work in an environment where everyone is afraid of the manager.
3) The recruiting Company told me that some really good IT people were "laid off" last year and that SCI was known for its political (especially in IT) and if one got on the bad side of the VP there were gone ('laid off" ) in a flash! Also I was told that SCI's revenues are really hurting due to the masses going for Cremation (cheap) instead of traditional funeral services (costly) and SCI could lay off more at any time. It seems that SCI is one of the most political working environments in the Houston area from what I was told.
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The interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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Licensed Funeral Director at Service Corporation International
Posted Jan 10, 2012
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2011 (took 4 weeks)
Applied at an SCI firm because SCI funeral directors are not required to make removals I struggle with physical lifting. Heard about an opening from other colleages in the business. Called the manager of funeral home, he set up interview. He called to offer me the job, I came in, signed a conditional offer letter, filled out paper work went for drug test and waited for background check results. Never got a phone call, I called him- he said I should have recieved a letter. Something in my background would not allow them to hire me. He wouldn't tell me what it was- said he didn't know. He said he would see that another letter was sent to me. So far have not recieved anything, and manager cannot be reached.
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Negotiation Details
I did not negotiate, I was satisfied with the offer.
Other Details
I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Family Service Counselor at Service Corporation International
Posted Sep 18, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2010 (took 4 weeks)
The first contact was the national reqruiter who pulled my resume from a job site. Then a scheduled interview with the sales manager. Another interview with General Manager. Because the sales sanager was so busy, it took some effort to schedule. The background check is extensive and takes 1 to 2 weeks depending on how many moves you have made. Be upfront about any legal issues or criminal convictions, including your driving record. Once you get into your interview, you will see beautiful locations with elegant furnishings. Everyone who works there will be wearing formal and dark colored business attire. Your apperance matters. You will be formally greeted and offered beverage. Then escorted into a meeting room. At this point, it's easy to make assumptions. The work environment is elegant and well furnished. People who work there are impeccably dressed. You get a sense of success by just walking through the door.
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Negotiation Details
This is not a negotiation process for this position. If you meet the criteria they are looking for, then the romance begins. You are then told about how sucessful you will be. If you asked about the commision structure, you will be told about the $8.00 base. The benefit package is the slam dunk. The benefit package is exceptional.
Other Details
I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Family Service at Service Corporation International
Posted Sep 17, 2011
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4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jun 2010 in Charlotte, NC (took 2 days)
SCI's career advertisements are geared to the sales professional and give the impression that the average income is in the 40K range. The interview process would appeal most to experienced Life Insurance agents. 2+ day process, tiered interviews, longer for background checks. Expect 3 weeks from interview to hire.
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Negotiation Details
No negoitiation. However, they set up a pretty solid picture of solid business (recession proof) and unlimted ability to sell and earn above average income as an "average" performer. So, of course, you are led to believe, hard work will pay well in this job.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Family Service Counselor at Service Corporation International
Posted Dec 6, 2010
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2008 (took 2 days)
I had a phone interview first and then was invited in to tour the property and talk to a manager. The manager was quite friendly and easy to talk to.
I was offered the job and was required to take a drug test and get a background check.
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Negotiation Details
There is no negotiation. The job pays a low base and commission on sales over a certain amount.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Sales Manager at Service Corporation International
Posted Oct 11, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2010 (took a day)
I submitted a resume for a Sales Manager Job posted on Monster about 6 weeks before being contacted by email. The email asked me to contact them for a approx 30 minute phone interview.
I called the contact given and we agreed to a time for the interview to take place. About an hour later, so the interviewer could prepare himself. The interviewer was friendly and professional and was asking most of the questions initially. I was asked about my experience as a sales manager, how many sales people did I manage, what was a typical day like, how did i spend my time, how were sales people recruited etc. What was my compensation etc.. Then I began asking questions about the job, if it was a new position, how was the area performing, what happened to the last sale manager etc... The interviewer was happy to answer my questions and did his best to give honest answers as far as I could tell.
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Funeral Director at Service Corporation International
Posted Jun 20, 2010
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Mar 2008 in Rochester, MI (took a day)
Relaxed, I was taken out to dinner. The basic questioned where asked.
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Negotiation Details
Yes, negotiate. I made $10,000 more a year than the average director after a week of negotiation.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Drug Test.
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General Manager Trainee Program at Service Corporation International
Posted Jun 8, 2010
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed May 2010 in Tucson, AZ (took 2 days)
Phone interview with the HR Manager followed by a couple of phone interviews with the HR Director and Division Manager.
The last interview was a 2-day visit to their facilities at Tucson where a Panel interview was handled by the Regional Director.
Most of the interviews were behavioral questions, industry knowledge, company and culture understanding.
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview and a Group/Panel Interview.
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Sales Manager at Service Corporation International
Posted Jan 11, 2010
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Apr 2009 (took 4+ weeks)
I received an email from a recruiter with an attached letter describing the position and instructions to call him if I was interested in pursuing the position. I called and was given a lengthy phone interview. From that I was forwarded to a live interview with a member of upper management and then 2 more phone interviews with upper management. Upon collaborative agreement that I was to be considered, I was required to undergo a drug screen and background investigation after which I was offered the position.
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Negotiation Details
Don't settle for their initial offer. I did and found out later that I could have gotten an extra $5000.
Other Details
I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Personality Test, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Family Counselor at Service Corporation International
Posted Sep 30, 2009
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jun 2009 (took a day)
The woman who interviewed me was a manager at the cemetery and met me at the door for the interview. She was very polite and made me feel at ease, which is a plus in any interview. She gave a very detailed presentation about the cemetery and SCI, providing hand-outs and information explaining everything from pay structure to benefits. She did ask several pertinent questions that every interviewer should ask. Overall, a very good interview experience.
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Other Details
The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Background Check.
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