Company

FuneralDirector

$65–95k ~AI est. Hackensack, New Jersey, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Funeral Director. Skills: Funeral arrangement, Service direction, Compliance. Facilitate funeral arrangement discussions. Preside over visitation services”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Identify problems; Learn from experience

Eligibility Requirements

Push and pull up to 150 pounds, Work outdoors, Work in all weather, Climb stairs, Sit for up to 6 hours, Stand for up to 6 hours, Flexibility of availability, Work nights, Work weekends

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Graduated from accredited school of mortuary science, Current Funeral Director license, Valid state driver's license

Nice to Have

Industry experience preferred

What You'll Do.

Facilitate funeral arrangement discussions

Preside over visitation services

Preside over funeral services

Preside over graveside services

Ensure compliance with mortuary regulations

Ensure compliance with health regulations

Ensure compliance with vital statistics regulations

Receive calls to deceased next of kin

Obtain deceased contact information

Confirm deceased contact information

Schedule Arrangement appointments

Email appointment confirmations

Care for deceased respectfully

Update removal status in software

Escort to meeting space

Facilitate Arrangements Conference

Assess needs during conference

Summarize desired outcomes

Discuss life insurance options

Discuss available benefits

Promote funeral services

Promote cemetery services

Promote crematory services

Review contract revisions

Authorize contract revisions

Confirm authorization to proceed

Act as Master of Ceremonies

Adjust casket dressing

Adjust deceased attire

Adjust deceased makeup

Communicate concerns to preparation staff

Inspect Services Arrangements

Initiate corrective action

Provide instruction to services team

Provide guidance to services team

Fulfill death care requests

Obtain leads for pre-need services

Order music for events

Order flowers for events

Order catering for events

Scan photos for products

Create electronic presentations

Create on-line memorials

Set-up chairs for events

Set-up tables for events

Set-up flowers for events

Set-up guest books for events

Set-up décor for events

Store event items properly

Identify property in need of repair

Deliver family memorabilia

Perform attendant duties

Act as parking lot attendant

Represent location at community events

Promote market at charity events

Apply licensure to business environment

Comply with regulations

Peer review work for accuracy

Peer review work for quality

Collaborate with peers for assistance

Collaborate with manager for guidance

Exhibit accountability for behaviors

Ensure compliance with local regulations

Ensure compliance with state regulations

Ensure compliance with federal regulations

Discuss assignments with manager

Discuss expectations with manager

Discuss priorities with manager

Discuss deadlines with manager

Seek guidance from manager

Seek coaching from manager

Notify manager when workload is light

Volunteer for additional work

Adjust to new work structures

Adjust to new processes

Adjust to new requirements

Adjust to new cultures

Perform additional responsibilities as requested

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborates with peers; Collaborates with manager

Communication Scope

Professional written communication; Professional verbal communication

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