294 Funeral Director jobs in the United States

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Directs compassionate and caring services inclusive of visitations, funeral services, and graveside services. Serves as the family's primary contact for service information, coordinating details and making revisions in support of family needs and requests.
**Essential Job Functions:** Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
+ Provide services to grieving families ensuring expectations are not only met, but exceeded.
+ Primary family contact for visitations and services. Confirms deliverable and expectations with internal resources and providers clarifying needs and addressing questions. Delegates duties to service team in a courteous and professional manner building up the team.
+ Directs visitation, funeral, and graveside services in a professional, organized, and caring manner consistent with Company standards. Confirms authorization to proceed with Arrangements and/or Interment Office.
+ Ensures chapel is set up properly and presentable for family arriving. Ensures audio and visual media is set up properly; tests system prior to services with sufficient time to resolve issues.
+ Greets family upon arrival and escorts family to and between services. Leads funeral processions on and off-site.
+ Professionally and empathetically listens to customer concerns or issues. Assessing the situation, asks clarifying questions being open and flexible while not committing to non-routine solutions; escorts distraught customers to an office or private space.
+ Perform decedent identification. Transports decedent and casket among services. Visually inspects deceased, adjusts casket dressing, deceased attire or makeup, or communicates concerns to preparation staff. Verifies removal of deceased personal belongings prior to burial per the arrangement.
+ Visually inspects service arrangement (visitation, funeral, or graveside) against contractual arrangements and the next of kin expectations; initiates corrective action as appropriate; provides instruction or guidance to services team members.
+ Present when the casket containing a human body and/or urn is lowered into grave, crypt or burial vault.
+ Learning to apply knowledge and skills to the business environment. Completes routine work following established procedures and complying with regulations and policies; escalates non-routine issues for assistance.
+ Takes the initiative to discuss assignments, expectations, priorities and deadlines as well as seek guidance and coaching from supervisor/manager. Adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Exhibits accountability for behaviors.
+ Notifies supervisor/manager when workload is light and volunteers for additional work that may involve supporting other departments or teams. May usher, chauffeur family members, assist at various services, deliver flowers or supplies, assist with set-up or clean-up, attend community events, or supervise the parking of cars.
+ Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
**Education:**
+ High School Diploma or GED
+ Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record
**Experience**
+ At least two (2) years' funeral services work experience at high volume location(s) with automated record keeping systems. Experience at Rose Hills preferred.
+ First Call experience arriving at personal homes for removal is a plus
+ Demonstrate knowledge and application of industry regulations
+ Demonstrate typical funeral and interment policies and procedures; internal candidates specifically for Rose Hills
+ Experience setting up and using audio / visual equipment and microphones a plus
**Skills:**
+ Bilingual a plus
+ Ability to accurately read cemetery permits and land maps.
+ Professional and empathic verbal and written communication skills
+ Must be willing and able to wear radio and ear piece for continual communication
+ Cognitive Ability including reasoning, planning, identify problems, comprehend ideas, learn quickly, learn from experience, and appropriately apply learning to new situations.
+ Process and results oriented, motivated to keep projects moving ahead by identifying obstacles and exploring alternatives
+ Applies best practices
+ Knowledgeable in discipline and industry acumen
+ Must have a positive attitude, a drive to continually advance your understanding of the industry and business, and is highly self-motivated
+ Ability to build professional and trusting business relations across the location
+ Appropriate business attire to be worn when having contact with families or guests
+ Ability to work weekends and evenings as well as overtime
+ Ability to comply with company policies including but not limited to punctuality/attendance, workplace safety, and project a favorable image of the company
+ Ability to frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and occasionally lift 100+ lbs
**Work Environment**
+ Work is performed in buildings or chapels as well as outside in a variety of weather conditions. Consists of standing for long periods of time, walking, stooping, reaching, and bending while on pavement and uneven ground.
+ Ability to work in a grieving and emotional environment and willingness to work with and around human remains
+ This position requires you to be on sight at location and is not a remote position.
**Compensation:**
$22.00/hr - $28.00/hr
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
**Benefits (dependent upon eligibility):**
Medical*Dental*Vision*Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)*Health Savings Account with Company Contribution*Sick Leave*Short-Term Disability*Long-Term Disability*Life Insurance*Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance*Dependent Life Insurance*SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance Program
**_Rose Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company's hiring procedures do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual-orientation, veteran's status or disability, or any other legally protected status._**
**_SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities._**
**_As part of your pre-employment background check, your criminal conviction history will be verified given that this role requires the following material job duties: Working around and/or handling deceased and working around families and colleagues. Convictions creating a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with the identified job duties may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer._**
Postal Code: 90601
Category (Portal Searching): Operations
Job Location: US-CA - Whittier
Job Profile ID: R00136
Time Type: Full time
Location Name: Rose Hills Company

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.
Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work!
Directs compassionate and caring services inclusive of visitations, funeral services, and graveside services. Serves as the family's primary contact for service information, coordinating details and making revisions in support of family needs and requests.
**Essential Job Functions:** Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
+ Provide services to grieving families ensuring expectations are not only met, but exceeded.
+ Primary family contact for visitations and services. Confirms deliverable and expectations with internal resources and providers clarifying needs and addressing questions. Delegates duties to service team in a courteous and professional manner building up the team.
+ Directs visitation, funeral, and graveside services in a professional, organized, and caring manner consistent with Company standards. Confirms authorization to proceed with Arrangements and/or Interment Office.
+ Ensures chapel is set up properly and presentable for family arriving. Ensures audio and visual media is set up properly; tests system prior to services with sufficient time to resolve issues.
+ Greets family upon arrival and escorts family to and between services. Leads funeral processions on and off-site.
+ Professionally and empathetically listens to customer concerns or issues. Assessing the situation, asks clarifying questions being open and flexible while not committing to non-routine solutions; escorts distraught customers to an office or private space.
+ Perform decedent identification. Transports decedent and casket among services. Visually inspects deceased, adjusts casket dressing, deceased attire or makeup, or communicates concerns to preparation staff. Verifies removal of deceased personal belongings prior to burial per the arrangement.
+ Visually inspects service arrangement (visitation, funeral, or graveside) against contractual arrangements and the next of kin expectations; initiates corrective action as appropriate; provides instruction or guidance to services team members.
+ Present when the casket containing a human body and/or urn is lowered into grave, crypt or burial vault.
+ Learning to apply knowledge and skills to the business environment. Completes routine work following established procedures and complying with regulations and policies; escalates non-routine issues for assistance.
+ Takes the initiative to discuss assignments, expectations, priorities and deadlines as well as seek guidance and coaching from supervisor/manager. Adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Exhibits accountability for behaviors.
+ Notifies supervisor/manager when workload is light and volunteers for additional work that may involve supporting other departments or teams. May usher, chauffeur family members, assist at various services, deliver flowers or supplies, assist with set-up or clean-up, attend community events, or supervise the parking of cars.
+ Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
**Education:**
+ High School Diploma or GED
+ Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record
**Experience**
+ At least two (2) years' funeral services work experience at high volume location(s) with automated record keeping systems. Experience at Rose Hills preferred.
+ First Call experience arriving at personal homes for removal is a plus
+ Demonstrate knowledge and application of industry regulations
+ Demonstrate typical funeral and interment policies and procedures; internal candidates specifically for Rose Hills
+ Experience setting up and using audio / visual equipment and microphones a plus
**Skills:**
+ Bilingual a plus
+ Ability to accurately read cemetery permits and land maps.
+ Professional and empathic verbal and written communication skills
+ Must be willing and able to wear radio and ear piece for continual communication
+ Cognitive Ability including reasoning, planning, identify problems, comprehend ideas, learn quickly, learn from experience, and appropriately apply learning to new situations.
+ Process and results oriented, motivated to keep projects moving ahead by identifying obstacles and exploring alternatives
+ Applies best practices
+ Knowledgeable in discipline and industry acumen
+ Must have a positive attitude, a drive to continually advance your understanding of the industry and business, and is highly self-motivated
+ Ability to build professional and trusting business relations across the location
+ Appropriate business attire to be worn when having contact with families or guests
+ Ability to work weekends and evenings as well as overtime
+ Ability to comply with company policies including but not limited to punctuality/attendance, workplace safety, and project a favorable image of the company
+ Ability to frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and occasionally lift 100+ lbs
**Work Environment**
+ Work is performed in buildings or chapels as well as outside in a variety of weather conditions. Consists of standing for long periods of time, walking, stooping, reaching, and bending while on pavement and uneven ground.
+ Ability to work in a grieving and emotional environment and willingness to work with and around human remains
+ This position requires you to be on sight at location and is not a remote position.
**Compensation:**
$22.00/hr - $28.00/hr
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
**Benefits:**
Part-time associates working an average 20 hours a week may be eligible for 401(k).
**_Rose Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company's hiring procedures do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual-orientation, veteran's status or disability, or any other legally protected status._**
**_SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities._**
**_As part of your pre-employment background check, your criminal conviction history will be verified given that this role requires the following material job duties: Working around and/or handling deceased and working around families and colleagues. Convictions creating a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with the identified job duties may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer._**
Postal Code: 90601
Category (Portal Searching): Operations
Job Location: US-CA - Whittier
Job Profile ID: R00136
Time Type: Part time
Location Name: Rose Hills Company

Why Work for Wichmann Funeral Homes and Crematories? Service * At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual. * Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. Benefits * Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects. * Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life's challenges. * Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match. * Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team. * Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need. Culture * We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth. * We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve. * We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families. Summary/Objective The Funeral Director is accountable for performing a variety of tasks during the preparation, planning, and execution of the funeral and memorialization process to ensure services run smoothly and that the expectations of our client families and their guests are exceeded. Essential Functions * Consults with client families or legal representative of the deceased to create services designed to meet their end-of-life memorialization expectations. * Ensures that client families are presented with all merchandising and service options available. * Obtains information needed to complete required documents such as obituaries, death certificates, burial permits, and insurance. * Coordinates all service arrangements and details with clergy, other presiding persons, fraternal or military organizations, and others who may participate in conducting the funeral service. * Utilizes systems to record merchandise selections, enter contracts, and complete necessary forms. * Plans, schedules, and conducts visitations and services. * Oversees all employees participating in services, ensuring that each member of the team understands their individual role and is professionally representing the location. * Prepares the deceased, including dressing and casketing. * Places casket or remains in visitation area, setting up the area to comply with client family wishes, including adjusting light fixtures, and arrangement of flowers or plants. * Directs and ushers families and services attendees to and from the location of the funeral service. * Supervises and assists in the transportation of client families to ensure a timely departure and arrival. * Arranges and coordinates shipment of remains to and from other cities and locations. * Instructs and oversees work of Apprentice Funeral Directors on services and paperwork. * Performs removals and transfers individuals into Park Lawn's care as needed. * Performs other duties, as assigned. Competencies * Communication Proficiency. * Teamwork Orientation. * Detail Orientation. * Thoroughness. * Customer Service Orientation. * Social Perceptiveness. * Time Management. Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure * Valid and applicable state Funeral Director License; reciprocal across states and in good standing. * Valid state issued driver's license in good standing and acceptable driving record. Additional Eligibility Qualifications * Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus. * High degree of overall computer proficiency. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * Ability to effectively present information to client families, co-workers, and leadership. * Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through active, personal participation in complimentary, community based organizations. * Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, community leaders, and grieving client families. * Ability to empathize with client families and their guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations. * Ability to maintain a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication. * Ability to actively listen to the needs of client families. * Attention to detail, follow-through and ability to work in a team setting. * Tactful and professional behavior when dealing with complaints or dissatisfaction with services or merchandise. * Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. * The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting; however, some duties may be performed outdoors. * Outdoor duties may require exposure to natural elements such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes. * Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to; computer, fax, copier, multi-line phone system, body lift, casket handling/transport devices, personal or company owned vehicle. * Employees in this role must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity and must be willing to work safely and comply with the Company's safety procedures, including wearing any personal protective equipment that may be required. * Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 75 pounds, and may be required to lift up to 100 pounds. * Performance of this position's duties also requires power reaching, pushing, and pulling. * Employees in this role must be able to perform job duties when awakened from a sound sleep. * This position's duties require routine exposure to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered: High * Employees must be able to drive a company vehicle and maintain a good driving record and must be insurable under company vehicle insurance. * Overtime is sometimes necessary or required. Travel * This position may require up to 10 percent out of area and overnight travel. * Travel is primarily local occurring during the business day Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Why Work for Wichmann Funeral Homes and Crematories? Service * At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual. * Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. Benefits * Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects. * Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life's challenges. * Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match. * Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team. * Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need. Culture * We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth. * We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve. * We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families. Summary/Objective The Funeral Director is accountable for performing a variety of tasks during the preparation, planning, and execution of the funeral and memorialization process to ensure services run smoothly and that the expectations of our client families and their guests are exceeded. Essential Functions * Consults with client families or legal representative of the deceased to create services designed to meet their end-of-life memorialization expectations. * Ensures that client families are presented with all merchandising and service options available. * Obtains information needed to complete required documents such as obituaries, death certificates, burial permits, and insurance. * Coordinates all service arrangements and details with clergy, other presiding persons, fraternal or military organizations, and others who may participate in conducting the funeral service. * Utilizes systems to record merchandise selections, enter contracts, and complete necessary forms. * Plans, schedules, and conducts visitations and services. * Oversees all employees participating in services, ensuring that each member of the team understands their individual role and is professionally representing the location. * Prepares the deceased, including dressing and casketing. * Places casket or remains in visitation area, setting up the area to comply with client family wishes, including adjusting light fixtures, and arrangement of flowers or plants. * Directs and ushers families and services attendees to and from the location of the funeral service. * Supervises and assists in the transportation of client families to ensure a timely departure and arrival. * Arranges and coordinates shipment of remains to and from other cities and locations. * Instructs and oversees work of Apprentice Funeral Directors on services and paperwork. * Performs removals and transfers individuals into Park Lawn's care as needed. * Performs other duties, as assigned. Competencies * Communication Proficiency. * Teamwork Orientation. * Detail Orientation. * Thoroughness. * Customer Service Orientation. * Social Perceptiveness. * Time Management. Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure * Valid and applicable state Funeral Director License; reciprocal across states and in good standing. * Valid state issued driver's license in good standing and acceptable driving record. Additional Eligibility Qualifications * Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus. * High degree of overall computer proficiency. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * Ability to effectively present information to client families, co-workers, and leadership. * Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through active, personal participation in complimentary, community based organizations. * Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, community leaders, and grieving client families. * Ability to empathize with client families and their guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations. * Ability to maintain a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication. * Ability to actively listen to the needs of client families. * Attention to detail, follow-through and ability to work in a team setting. * Tactful and professional behavior when dealing with complaints or dissatisfaction with services or merchandise. * Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. * The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting; however, some duties may be performed outdoors. * Outdoor duties may require exposure to natural elements such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes. * Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to; computer, fax, copier, multi-line phone system, body lift, casket handling/transport devices, personal or company owned vehicle. * Employees in this role must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity and must be willing to work safely and comply with the Company's safety procedures, including wearing any personal protective equipment that may be required. * Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 75 pounds, and may be required to lift up to 100 pounds. * Performance of this position's duties also requires power reaching, pushing, and pulling. * Employees in this role must be able to perform job duties when awakened from a sound sleep. * This position's duties require routine exposure to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered: High * Employees must be able to drive a company vehicle and maintain a good driving record and must be insurable under company vehicle insurance. * Overtime is sometimes necessary or required. Travel * This position may require up to 10 percent out of area and overnight travel. * Travel is primarily local occurring during the business day Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Why Work for Forest Lawn Funeral Home? Service * At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual. * Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. Benefits * Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects. * Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life's challenges. * Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match. * Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team. * Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need. Culture * We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth. * We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve. * We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families. Summary/Objective The Funeral Director is accountable for performing a variety of tasks during the preparation, planning, and execution of the funeral and memorialization process to ensure services run smoothly and that the expectations of our client families and their guests are exceeded. Essential Functions * Consults with client families or legal representative of the deceased to create services designed to meet their end-of-life memorialization expectations. * Ensures that client families are presented with all merchandising and service options available. * Obtains information needed to complete required documents such as obituaries, death certificates, burial permits, and insurance. * Coordinates all service arrangements and details with clergy, other presiding persons, fraternal or military organizations, and others who may participate in conducting the funeral service. * Utilizes systems to record merchandise selections, enter contracts, and complete necessary forms. * Plans, schedules, and conducts visitations and services. * Oversees all employees participating in services, ensuring that each member of the team understands their individual role and is professionally representing the location. * Prepares the deceased, including dressing and casketing. * Places casket or remains in visitation area, setting up the area to comply with client family wishes, including adjusting light fixtures, and arrangement of flowers or plants. * Directs and ushers families and services attendees to and from the location of the funeral service. * Supervises and assists in the transportation of client families to ensure a timely departure and arrival. * Arranges and coordinates shipment of remains to and from other cities and locations. * Instructs and oversees work of Apprentice Funeral Directors on services and paperwork. * Performs removals and transfers individuals into Park Lawn's care as needed. * Performs other duties, as assigned. Competencies * Communication Proficiency. * Teamwork Orientation. * Detail Orientation. * Thoroughness. * Customer Service Orientation. * Social Perceptiveness. * Time Management. Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure * Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience preferred. * Minimum two years of experience as a licensed Funeral Director. * Valid and applicable state Funeral Director License; reciprocal across states and in good standing. * Valid state issued driver's license in good standing and acceptable driving record. Additional Eligibility Qualifications * Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus. * High degree of overall computer proficiency. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * Ability to effectively present information to client families, co-workers, and leadership. * Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through active, personal participation in complimentary, community based organizations. * Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, community leaders, and grieving client families. * Ability to empathize with client families and their guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations. * Ability to maintain a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication. * Ability to actively listen to the needs of client families. * Attention to detail, follow-through and ability to work in a team setting. * Tactful and professional behavior when dealing with complaints or dissatisfaction with services or merchandise. * Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. * The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting; however, some duties may be performed outdoors. * Outdoor duties may require exposure to natural elements such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes. * Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to; computer, fax, copier, multi-line phone system, body lift, casket handling/transport devices, personal or company owned vehicle. * Employees in this role must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity and must be willing to work safely and comply with the Company's safety procedures, including wearing any personal protective equipment that may be required. * Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 75 pounds, and may be required to lift up to 100 pounds. * Performance of this position's duties also requires power reaching, pushing, and pulling. * Employees in this role must be able to perform job duties when awakened from a sound sleep. * This position's duties require routine exposure to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered: High * Employees must be able to drive a company vehicle and maintain a good driving record and must be insurable under company vehicle insurance. * Overtime is sometimes necessary or required. Travel * This position may require up to 10 percent out of area and overnight travel. * Travel is primarily local occurring during the business day Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Why Work for West Harpeth Funeral Home? Service * At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual. * Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. Benefits * Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects. * Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life's challenges. * Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match. * Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team. * Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need. Culture * We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth. * We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve. * We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families. Summary/Objective The Funeral Director is accountable for performing a variety of tasks during the preparation, planning, and execution of the funeral and memorialization process to ensure services run smoothly and that the expectations of our client families and their guests are exceeded. Essential Functions * Consults with client families or legal representative of the deceased to create services designed to meet their end-of-life memorialization expectations. * Ensures that client families are presented with all merchandising and service options available. * Obtains information needed to complete required documents such as obituaries, death certificates, burial permits, and insurance. * Coordinates all service arrangements and details with clergy, other presiding persons, fraternal or military organizations, and others who may participate in conducting the funeral service. * Utilizes systems to record merchandise selections, enter contracts, and complete necessary forms. * Plans, schedules, and conducts visitations and services. * Oversees all employees participating in services, ensuring that each member of the team understands their individual role and is professionally representing the location. * Prepares the deceased, including dressing and casketing. * Places casket or remains in visitation area, setting up the area to comply with client family wishes, including adjusting light fixtures, and arrangement of flowers or plants. * Directs and ushers families and services attendees to and from the location of the funeral service. * Supervises and assists in the transportation of client families to ensure a timely departure and arrival. * Arranges and coordinates shipment of remains to and from other cities and locations. * Instructs and oversees work of Apprentice Funeral Directors on services and paperwork. * Performs removals and transfers individuals into Park Lawn's care as needed. * Performs other duties, as assigned. Competencies * Communication Proficiency. * Teamwork Orientation. * Detail Orientation. * Thoroughness. * Customer Service Orientation. * Social Perceptiveness. * Time Management. Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure * Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience preferred. * Minimum two years of experience as a licensed Funeral Director. * Valid and applicable state Funeral Director License; reciprocal across states and in good standing. * Valid state issued driver's license in good standing and acceptable driving record. Additional Eligibility Qualifications * Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus. * High degree of overall computer proficiency. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * Ability to effectively present information to client families, co-workers, and leadership. * Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through active, personal participation in complimentary, community based organizations. * Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, community leaders, and grieving client families. * Ability to empathize with client families and their guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations. * Ability to maintain a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication. * Ability to actively listen to the needs of client families. * Attention to detail, follow-through and ability to work in a team setting. * Tactful and professional behavior when dealing with complaints or dissatisfaction with services or merchandise. * Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. * The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting; however, some duties may be performed outdoors. * Outdoor duties may require exposure to natural elements such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes. * Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to; computer, fax, copier, multi-line phone system, body lift, casket handling/transport devices, personal or company owned vehicle. * Employees in this role must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity and must be willing to work safely and comply with the Company's safety procedures, including wearing any personal protective equipment that may be required. * Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 75 pounds, and may be required to lift up to 100 pounds. * Performance of this position's duties also requires power reaching, pushing, and pulling. * Employees in this role must be able to perform job duties when awakened from a sound sleep. * This position's duties require routine exposure to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered: High * Employees must be able to drive a company vehicle and maintain a good driving record and must be insurable under company vehicle insurance. * Overtime is sometimes necessary or required. Travel * This position may require up to 10 percent out of area and overnight travel. * Travel is primarily local occurring during the business day Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Why Work for Forest Lawn Funeral Home? Service * At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual. * Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. Benefits * Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects. * Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life's challenges. * Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match. * Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team. * Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need. Culture * We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth. * We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve. * We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families. Summary/Objective The Funeral Director is accountable for performing a variety of tasks during the preparation, planning, and execution of the funeral and memorialization process to ensure services run smoothly and that the expectations of our client families and their guests are exceeded. Essential Functions * Consults with client families or legal representative of the deceased to create services designed to meet their end-of-life memorialization expectations. * Ensures that client families are presented with all merchandising and service options available. * Obtains information needed to complete required documents such as obituaries, death certificates, burial permits, and insurance. * Coordinates all service arrangements and details with clergy, other presiding persons, fraternal or military organizations, and others who may participate in conducting the funeral service. * Utilizes systems to record merchandise selections, enter contracts, and complete necessary forms. * Plans, schedules, and conducts visitations and services. * Oversees all employees participating in services, ensuring that each member of the team understands their individual role and is professionally representing the location. * Prepares the deceased, including dressing and casketing. * Places casket or remains in visitation area, setting up the area to comply with client family wishes, including adjusting light fixtures, and arrangement of flowers or plants. * Directs and ushers families and services attendees to and from the location of the funeral service. * Supervises and assists in the transportation of client families to ensure a timely departure and arrival. * Arranges and coordinates shipment of remains to and from other cities and locations. * Instructs and oversees work of Apprentice Funeral Directors on services and paperwork. * Performs removals and transfers individuals into Park Lawn's care as needed. * Performs other duties, as assigned. Competencies * Communication Proficiency. * Teamwork Orientation. * Detail Orientation. * Thoroughness. * Customer Service Orientation. * Social Perceptiveness. * Time Management. Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure * Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience preferred. * Minimum two years of experience as a licensed Funeral Director. * Valid and applicable state Funeral Director License; reciprocal across states and in good standing. * Valid state issued driver's license in good standing and acceptable driving record. Additional Eligibility Qualifications * Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus. * High degree of overall computer proficiency. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * Ability to effectively present information to client families, co-workers, and leadership. * Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through active, personal participation in complimentary, community based organizations. * Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, community leaders, and grieving client families. * Ability to empathize with client families and their guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations. * Ability to maintain a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication. * Ability to actively listen to the needs of client families. * Attention to detail, follow-through and ability to work in a team setting. * Tactful and professional behavior when dealing with complaints or dissatisfaction with services or merchandise. * Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. * The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting; however, some duties may be performed outdoors. * Outdoor duties may require exposure to natural elements such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes. * Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to; computer, fax, copier, multi-line phone system, body lift, casket handling/transport devices, personal or company owned vehicle. * Employees in this role must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity and must be willing to work safely and comply with the Company's safety procedures, including wearing any personal protective equipment that may be required. * Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 75 pounds, and may be required to lift up to 100 pounds. * Performance of this position's duties also requires power reaching, pushing, and pulling. * Employees in this role must be able to perform job duties when awakened from a sound sleep. * This position's duties require routine exposure to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered: High * Employees must be able to drive a company vehicle and maintain a good driving record and must be insurable under company vehicle insurance. * Overtime is sometimes necessary or required. Travel * This position may require up to 10 percent out of area and overnight travel. * Travel is primarily local occurring during the business day Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Why Work for Forest Lawn Funeral Home? Service * At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual. * Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. Benefits * Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects. * Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life's challenges. * Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match. * Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team. * Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need. Culture * We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth. * We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve. * We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families. Summary/Objective The Funeral Director is accountable for performing a variety of tasks during the preparation, planning, and execution of the funeral and memorialization process to ensure services run smoothly and that the expectations of our client families and their guests are exceeded. Essential Functions * Consults with client families or legal representative of the deceased to create services designed to meet their end-of-life memorialization expectations. * Ensures that client families are presented with all merchandising and service options available. * Obtains information needed to complete required documents such as obituaries, death certificates, burial permits, and insurance. * Coordinates all service arrangements and details with clergy, other presiding persons, fraternal or military organizations, and others who may participate in conducting the funeral service. * Utilizes systems to record merchandise selections, enter contracts, and complete necessary forms. * Plans, schedules, and conducts visitations and services. * Oversees all employees participating in services, ensuring that each member of the team understands their individual role and is professionally representing the location. * Prepares the deceased, including dressing and casketing. * Places casket or remains in visitation area, setting up the area to comply with client family wishes, including adjusting light fixtures, and arrangement of flowers or plants. * Directs and ushers families and services attendees to and from the location of the funeral service. * Supervises and assists in the transportation of client families to ensure a timely departure and arrival. * Arranges and coordinates shipment of remains to and from other cities and locations. * Instructs and oversees work of Apprentice Funeral Directors on services and paperwork. * Performs removals and transfers individuals into Park Lawn's care as needed. * Performs other duties, as assigned. Competencies * Communication Proficiency. * Teamwork Orientation. * Detail Orientation. * Thoroughness. * Customer Service Orientation. * Social Perceptiveness. * Time Management. Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure * Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience preferred. * Minimum two years of experience as a licensed Funeral Director. * Valid and applicable state Funeral Director License; reciprocal across states and in good standing. * Valid state issued driver's license in good standing and acceptable driving record. Additional Eligibility Qualifications * Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus. * High degree of overall computer proficiency. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * Ability to effectively present information to client families, co-workers, and leadership. * Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through active, personal participation in complimentary, community based organizations. * Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, community leaders, and grieving client families. * Ability to empathize with client families and their guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations. * Ability to maintain a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication. * Ability to actively listen to the needs of client families. * Attention to detail, follow-through and ability to work in a team setting. * Tactful and professional behavior when dealing with complaints or dissatisfaction with services or merchandise. * Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. * The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting; however, some duties may be performed outdoors. * Outdoor duties may require exposure to natural elements such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes. * Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to; computer, fax, copier, multi-line phone system, body lift, casket handling/transport devices, personal or company owned vehicle. * Employees in this role must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity and must be willing to work safely and comply with the Company's safety procedures, including wearing any personal protective equipment that may be required. * Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 75 pounds, and may be required to lift up to 100 pounds. * Performance of this position's duties also requires power reaching, pushing, and pulling. * Employees in this role must be able to perform job duties when awakened from a sound sleep. * This position's duties require routine exposure to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered: High * Employees must be able to drive a company vehicle and maintain a good driving record and must be insurable under company vehicle insurance. * Overtime is sometimes necessary or required. Travel * This position may require up to 10 percent out of area and overnight travel. * Travel is primarily local occurring during the business day Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.