Apprentice Funeral Director

Carriage Services Inc; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Carriage Services Inc in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Funeral Director. In this role, you will work with client families to arrange personalized memorial services, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Mortuary Science Program and hold a valid Funeral Director/Embalmer License. The position involves conducting memorial services regularly and participating in community events. This role offers competitive compensation of $20 - $22 per hour.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate from an accredited Mortuary Science Program and has passed the National Board Exam.
• Valid Funeral Director/Embalmer License and/or ability to obtain license in New Mexico.
• Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Meets with client families to arrange personalized memorial services.
• Ensures all files and paperwork are in accordance with laws and regulations.
• Conducts and attends services regularly.
• Works on-call/first call, as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Professionalism

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate from an accredited Mortuary Science Program

Job description

At Carriage Services, we are united by our purpose of creating premier experiences through innovation, empowered partnership, and elevated service. As a member of our team, you'll join a dynamic community dedicated to setting new standards in the Funeral and Cemetery profession. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to shape the future of our industry. Carriage Services is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Funeral Directors work with client families to arrange memorial services, presenting all options and ensuring experiences of the highest quality. We count on our directors to exemplify our core values, providing the most professional and ethical service possible.

Compensation: $20 - $22 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time

Qualifications

• Recent graduate from an accredited Mortuary Science Program and has passed the National Board Exam.
• Valid Funeral Director/Embalmer License and/or the ability to obtain license in the state of employment.
• Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through community involvement.

Job Duties

• Meets with client families to listen and arrange personalized memorial services.
• Ensures all files and paperwork are timely and in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Conducts and attends services regularly.
• Understand and implements company provided training.
• Works on-call/first call, as needed.
• Utilizes systems to review merchandise options, enter contracts and complete necessary forms.
• Directs employees to ensure they meet a high standard of professionalism and service level.
• Appropriately uses corporate support.
• Maintains open and effective communication and accurate, up-to-date client files.
• Participation in community events, groups and/or organizations.