Compassionate Funeral Director | Client Services Lead

Park Lawn Corporation; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k/Retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Harpeth Hills in Nashville, TN, is seeking an experienced Funeral Director/Embalmer to act as the primary contact for client families, guiding them through the funeral and memorialization process with professionalism and empathy.

The role requires a four-year degree, 5 years licensed experience, valid licenses, and strong teamwork, with opportunities for growth and comprehensive health and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience preferred.
• 5 years’ experience as a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer.
• Valid Funeral Director and Embalmer license; reciprocal across states and in good standing.
• Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Consults with client families or legal representative of the deceased to create services designed to meet memorialization expectations.
• Ensures that client families are presented with all merchandizing and service options available.
• Obtains information needed to complete required documents such as obituaries, death certificates, burial permits, and insurance.
• Coordinates all service arrangements and details with clergy, other presiding persons, fraternal or military organizations, and others who may participate in conducting the funeral service.
• Prepares and embalms the deceased for interment, cremation, or other disposition in conformity with legal requirements with dignity.
• Ensures proper paperwork, including permits, logs, identification tags, and certificates are completed accurately and timely.
• Properly and safely utilizes embalming instruments and machinery in accordance with company guidelines.
• Plans, schedules, and conducts visitations and services.
• Oversees all employees participating in services, ensuring team members understand their roles.

Skills

Communication

English fluency

Team leadership

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Education

Four-year degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Harpeth Hills in Nashville, TN, is seeking an experienced Funeral Director/Embalmer to act as the primary contact for client families, guiding them through the funeral and memorialization process with professionalism and empathy.

The role requires a four-year degree, 5 years licensed experience, valid licenses, and strong teamwork, with opportunities for growth and comprehensive health and retirement benefits.