Funeral Director

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Provides customer service in all areas of helping client families following the loss of a loved one. Implements choices made by the families’ legal representatives regarding the final disposition of the body and memorialization of the individual. Interacts with the family to fulfill the death care needs of their loved one. Provides exemplary personalized and professional service. Fulfills the requirements as dictated by the licensing Board in the practicing state or province.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Arranges and conducts funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized and caring manner consistent with company policies and procedures

Negotiates and enters into funeral contracts

Handles contracts, legal documents, and collection of payments in accordance with company policies

Ensures client families are informed of special recognition/services available for veterans and ensures the delivery of selected recognition/services

Arranges for the interment or cremation of human remains

Confirms authorization to proceed with the service arrangements

Verifies identification of the deceased and authorization for embalming

Cares for the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which may include: performing removals and transfers including lifting of deceased human remains; dressing and preparing caskets; coordinating and assisting with funeral services and visitations

Supervises/assists in funeral services by: supervising the parking of cars; ushering; driving funeral vehicles; assisting at chapel and church services; assisting at the cemetery; delivering of flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families; setting up and removal of chairs, and; participating at special functions

Handles aftercare including delivery of: documentation, stationery, information on insurance, health benefits and pension and pre-arrangements for next of kin

Handles pre-need sales where applicable. And, or ensures potential pre-need referrals are shared with Family Service Counselors

Ensures adherence to all professional, municipal, provincial/state and federal licensing authority, regulations and rules applicable to the provision of funeral services

Prepares and accurately completes documents and online entries related to services, cremations, maintenance

Promotes and maintain a safe and healthy work environment

Retains heritage and grows market share through active involvement with community, religious and other organizations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of a degree training program at an accredited mortuary college or technical school specializing in funeral service or mortuary science as required by state/provincial law

Experience

Apprentice, Funeral Director experience as required by state/provincial law

2 years directly related experience preferred

Certification/Licenses

Must meet all licensing requirements required by state/province law and as prescribed by each state board

Current state/province issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Basic knowledge of religious and fraternal organizations customs

Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office Suite required

High level of compassion and integrity

Good communication skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to multi task and set priorities

Ability to work weekends and evenings

Detail oriented

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Postal Code: 07039

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-NJ - Livingston

Req ID: Req.93637

Position Type: Full time

Who we are. What we do.

We are North America’s largest provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services. We are more than 20,000 dedicated individuals, who proudly serve our community, provide caring assistance to families in need, and honor veterans and public servants.

We operate under the umbrella of the Dignity Memorial network of 1,800 funeral homes and cemeteries. Dignity Memorial providers care for more than 300,000 families each year and understand the importance of thoughtful, personalized arrangements. For us, there is no greater responsibility than honoring and preserving the story of one’s life.

"SCI” refers to Service Corporation International and its affiliates.

Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V