Apprentice Funeral Director

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

Job summary

Carriage Services is hiring a Funeral Director in Santa Fe, New Mexico, offering a competitive hourly wage of $20-$22. Responsibilities include arranging memorial services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and conducting services. Candidates must be recent graduates of an accredited Mortuary Science Program and hold or be able to obtain a valid license. This full-time position involves community engagement and professional service, supporting families during their time of need.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Meet with client families to arrange personalized memorial services.
• Ensure all paperwork complies with laws and regulations.
• Conducts and attends services regularly.
• Works on-call as needed.

Skills

Community involvement

Professionalism

Client communication

Education

Accredited Mortuary Science Program

Job description

Career Opportunities with Carriage Services

A great place to work.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

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; and
• Participation in community events, groups and/or organizations