Funeral Director & Embalmer

Funeral Director/EmbalmerThe Funeral Director/Embalmer for Marrs-Jones-Newby in Bastrop, Texas, will be responsible for caring for the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks, including embalming, removals and transfers, cosmetology, dressing, hair styling, and any other preparation required for the deceased. The successful candidate will have a current Texas Funeral Director and Embalmer license(s) or the ability to reciprocate, and knowledge of the current regulations related to the funeral industry.Essential Functions and CompetenciesEnsures every client family is presented with all service and merchandise optionsContributes to the overall efficiency of the location by maintaining open and effective communication and maintaining accurate and timely client filesActs to improve market share through participation in community events, groups and/or organizations, and other community relationships as assigned by your supervisorCarries out other projects/duties as assigned (i.e. car washing, building/equipment repair, pre-need arrangement planning)Works on-call/first call, in rotation as assigned (i.e. phone, face to face, at the hospital, hospice, residence)Initial transfers of decedents, embalms, dresses, cosmetizes, caskets, and prepares deceased on as needed basis (per appropriate licensing) to the instructions obtained from the familyMeets with client families to listen, educate, and arrange personalized funeral services, and ensures their experience with the business is of the highest qualityCompletes tasks and details resulting from the Arrangement ConferenceEnsures proper paperwork, including permits and certificates, is completed in a timely manner and in accordance with relevant laws and regulationsConducts and attends funeral services regularlyLead all post service follow-up as neededRequired Education and ExperienceCurrent license or certification if required by state regulations2+ years of funeral industry experienceUnderstanding of the services and products availableProfessional communication skillsExperience handling sensitive situations in a professional mannerKnowledge of current federal, state, and local regulations related to the funeral industryAAP/EEO StatementEqual employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veterans, and/or any other status or condition protected by law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.