Funeral Director

**Overview** Join our compassionate team as a Funeral Director, where you will play a vital role in guiding families through one of life’s most profound moments. This dynamic position combines the art of compassionate service with the technical expertise of funeral arrangements, ensuring each service is handled with dignity, professionalism, and care. As a Funeral Director, you will coordinate all aspects of funeral planning, support grieving families, and oversee the preparation and presentation of loved ones’ final arrangements. Your dedication will help families find comfort and closure during their time of need. **Duties** * Provide empathetic bereavement support to grieving families, guiding them through funeral planning and decision\-making processes * Coordinate and oversee all funeral arrangements, including scheduling services, transportation, and venue setup * Prepare deceased individuals with proper cosmetology, sanitation, and dissection techniques to ensure respectful presentation * Manage heavy lifting involved in handling caskets, equipment, and other materials safely and efficiently * Conduct detailed dissection or anatomical procedures when necessary for viewing or educational purposes * Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations by maintaining sanitation standards and proper handling of biological materials * Assist with event planning for memorial services, coordinating logistics to create meaningful ceremonies that honor loved ones * Engage in sales activities by explaining service options to families and helping them select appropriate packages while maintaining a focus on compassionate customer service **Experience** * Prior experience in funeral directing or related fields such as cosmetology, anatomy, physiology, or dissection is highly desirable * Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service during sensitive situations * Knowledge of bereavement support practices to assist families emotionally and psychologically * Familiarity with sanitation procedures and safety protocols relevant to handling biological materials and equipment * Must know how to embalm * Experience in event planning or coordinating ceremonies to ensure smooth execution of memorial services * Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently while maintaining professionalism under pressure * Strong communication skills to effectively explain services, options, and procedures to clients from diverse backgrounds Join us in making a meaningful difference by providing respectful guidance and support during life's most challenging moments. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your skills can shine while helping families find comfort and closure. Pay: $100,000\.00 \- $125,000\.00 per year Benefits: * Paid time off Experience: * Funeral Directing: 5 years (Required) Language: * English, Spanish (Required) Ability to Commute: * Clifton, NJ 07013 (Required) Work Location: In person