Compassionate Funeral Director & Ceremony Lead

sci; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SCI is seeking a licensed Funeral Director in New York to compassionately facilitate funeral arrangements, preside over services, and ensure compliance with mortuary and vital statistics regulations. The role spans arrangement conferences, directing services, event planning, and general operations in a patient‑focused environment.

The position requires licensure, experience in the field, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Cognitive ability including reasoning, planning, problem‑identification and applying learning to new situations.
• Process and results oriented; motivated to keep projects moving and remove obstacles.
• Positive attitude and drive to continually advance.

Responsibilities

• Arrangements Conference: coordinate with next of kin, schedule appointments, confirm details and document language needs.
• Directing Services: preside as MC for visitation, funeral or graveside services in a professional, caring manner.
• Event Planning: coordinate music, flowers, catering and memorial products for arrangements.
• General: ensure regulatory compliance and maintain high standards in operations.

Skills

Cognitive Ability

Process & Results Orientation

Team Collaboration

Education

Mortuary Science Education

Job description

SCI is seeking a licensed Funeral Director in New York to compassionately facilitate funeral arrangements, preside over services, and ensure compliance with mortuary and vital statistics regulations. The role spans arrangement conferences, directing services, event planning, and general operations in a patient‑focused environment.

The position requires licensure, experience in the field, and a valid driver’s license.