Funeral Director Apprentice: Service & Ceremony Lead

Sci Corp; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sci Corp in Little Rock, AR is seeking a Funeral Service Assistant to support families and coordinate service logistics with compassion and professionalism. You will learn to arrange ceremonies, manage contracts, and ensure accurate documentation while aligning with company policies and state regulations.

The role involves preparing and transporting items, assisting at services, and providing aftercare support for families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; enrollment or completion in mortuary science program.
• Minimum 6 months experience in a funeral home, crematory or cemetery.
• Valid driver’s license and licensing requirements per state.
• Knowledge of computers and MS Office software.
• Strong compassion, integrity, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn to arrange and conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies per policies.
• Negotiate and create funeral contracts.
• Handle contracts, legal documents, and payments or insurance per policies.
• Coordinate transportation, flowers, caskets, and memorial items.
• Assist with aftercare and pre-arrangements for next of kin.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company standards.
• Provide care for families during services.

Skills

Compassion & integrity

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multitasking & prioritization

Education

High School diploma or GED

Mortuary science program enrollment/completion

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Sci Corp in Little Rock, AR is seeking a Funeral Service Assistant to support families and coordinate service logistics with compassion and professionalism. You will learn to arrange ceremonies, manage contracts, and ensure accurate documentation while aligning with company policies and state regulations.

The role involves preparing and transporting items, assisting at services, and providing aftercare support for families.