Company

FuneralDirector

$70–70k Fair Oaks, California, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Funeral Director. Skills: Funeral directing, Service arrangements, Event planning. 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, Sitting or standing up to 6 hours, Climbing stairs, Manual dexterity required, Computer usage, Phone usage, Flexibility of availability, Working nights, Working 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 regulations

Receive or initiate call to next of kin

Obtain deceased and family contact information

Schedule Arrangement appointment

Perform removals or transfers

Care for deceased respectfully

Update removal status in software

Escort to meeting space

Facilitate Arrangements Conference

Assess needs and summarize outcomes

Discuss available life insurance

Discuss available benefits

Promote funeral services

Promote cemetery services

Promote crematory services

Present cemetery property options

Present merchandise options

Review and authorize contract revisions

Confirm authorization to proceed

Serve as Master of Ceremonies

Adjust casket dressing

Adjust deceased attire

Adjust deceased makeup

Communicate concerns to preparation staff

Inspect Services Arrangements against contractual arrangements

Initiate corrective action

Provide instruction to services team

Fulfill death care requests

Obtain leads for pre-need services

Plan resources for event

Order music for event

Order flowers for event

Order catering for event

Create electronic presentations

Create on-line memorials

Identify property in need of repair

Deliver family memorabilia

Perform attendant duties

Serve as parking lot attendant

Represent location at community events

Promote market at charity events

Apply licensure to business environment

Comply with regulations

Collaborate with peers for assistance

Seek guidance from manager

Exhibit accountability for behaviors

Ensure compliance with regulations

Discuss assignments with manager

Discuss expectations with manager

Discuss priorities with manager

Discuss deadlines with 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

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborates with peers; Works with manager

Communication Scope

Professional written communication; Professional verbal communication

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