Compassionate Funeral Director—Ceremonies & Aftercare

Sci Corp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 88,828,000 - 140,405,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account with Company/HS

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 2%

Sick Leave

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Voluntary AD&D Insurance

Dependent Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sci Corp in Chicago seeks experienced funeral service professionals to support families through planning and arrangements, including on-call duties and ceremonies. The role involves embalming and preparation of remains, with emphasis on compassionate client service.

Responsibilities include contract negotiation, interment/cremation coordination, and ensuring regulatory compliance. A state-mandated mortuary education pathway and licensure are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Mortuary science program completion as required by state law.
• Current driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Take on-call calls, interact with families, provide initial details, and manage transfers.
• Care for the deceased respectfully, including embalming, dressing, cosmetics, and preparation of remains.
• Arrange and conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies in line with company policies.
• Negotiate funeral contracts and handle related agreements and payments.
• Inform families of veterans services and ensure delivery of selected services.
• Arrange interment or cremation and confirm service authorization.
• Oversee funeral service logistics (parking, ushering, transport, chapel/cemetery activities).
• Ensure compliance with licensing regulations and aftercare when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Problem solving

Compassion and integrity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Mortuary science degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Sci Corp in Chicago seeks experienced funeral service professionals to support families through planning and arrangements, including on-call duties and ceremonies. The role involves embalming and preparation of remains, with emphasis on compassionate client service.

Responsibilities include contract negotiation, interment/cremation coordination, and ensuring regulatory compliance. A state-mandated mortuary education pathway and licensure are required.