Funeral Director

Job Type


Full-time

• Guide families through the grieving process by facilitating the guidance and direction necessary to create a meaningful funeral service that honors the life of the person who died
• Act as a project manager to coordinate with all relevant parties such as casket vendors, vault companies, florists, medical doctors, cemetery sexton, and others to complete service details
• Complete legal documentation within the arrangement for proper record keeping, application of veteran's benefits, file death certificate with the appropriate county or state vital records office, and social security benefits
• Work with funeral directors to prepare a deceased loved one for their viewing and service. This includes learning how to embalm, dress, apply cosmetics, and style hair
• Build relationships based upon trust and confidence to guide families through their grief. You must be able to demonstrate effective communication skills that invite compassion and support for those in need
• You must know how to prioritize daily responsibilities, effectively follow tasks through their completion and maintain organization and efficiency in keeping details in order
• Strong proficiency in computer skills is a must. Practical understanding of Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, and other computer software applications where applicable

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent communication, time management, and organization skills
• Ability to work well with others, especially in a team setting
• Have passion and enthusiasm for the work at hand
• A high level of self-awareness, with an aptitude for responding well to change
• Independent learner actively engaged and can quickly learn how to identify work to be accomplished
• Be committed to activities that harness trust and integrity
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as necessary
• Ability to stand and walk on your feet for long periods. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and exercise good judgment in maintaining the safety and support of other team members
• Have or obtain necessary licensing withing 30 days