Funeral Director/Embalmer

Foundation Partners Group; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of funeral services is seeking a Funeral Director/Embalmer in Meridian, Idaho. The role involves managing all phases of funeral arrangements and ensuring high-quality, compassionate care for families. Candidates must possess state licensing, strong communication skills, and a caring attitude. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and salaries.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and performance incentives

Medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Understand philosophical systems and cultures impacting service.
• Knowledge of ethics and cultural practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the funeral arrangement process.
• Communicate effectively with client families.
• Oversee team members during funeral services.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Self-motivated and energetic

Caring and empathetic

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Current state licensure for funeral directing and embalming

Valid state-issued driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Funeral Director/Embalmer role at Foundation Partners Group.

We currently have an opening for a Funeral Director/Embalmer at Accent Funeral Home. The Funeral Director/Embalmer manages all phases of the funeral arrangement, from setting up funeral services to final disposition.

Foundation Partners Group is expanding and seeks dedicated team members who are committed to compassionate service for Families.

Responsibilities

• Ensures every client family is presented with all service and merchandise options – Every Family, Every Option, Every Time
• Maintains open and effective communication and accurate, timely client files to support location efficiency
• Participates in community events, groups, and relationships to help improve market share as assigned by supervision
• Performs tasks and duties as assigned (e.g., car washing, building/equipment repair, pre-need arrangement planning)
• Oversees all team members participating in services, ensuring each member understands their role and represents the location professionally
• Communicates performance feedback to relevant team members to meet business expectations
• Works on-call/first call in rotation as assigned (phone, hospital, hospice, residence)
• Transfers decedents, embalms, dresses, cosmetizes, and prepares deceased persons according to licensing and family instructions
• Meets with client families to listen, educate, and arrange personalized funeral services, ensuring a high-quality experience
• Completes tasks and details resulting from the arrangement conference
• Ensures proper paperwork, including permits and certificates, are completed timely and in accordance with relevant laws and regulations
• Conducts and attends funeral services as required
• Leads post-service follow-ups as needed

Qualifications

• Current state licensure for funeral directing and embalming
• Self-motivated and energetic
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Caring, empathetic, and committed to providing best-in-class service
• Sensitivity and knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions
• Knowledge of basic principles, ethics, cultural practices, and their impact on human culture
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Valid state-issued driver’s license with a clear driving record

Team Member Benefits Include

• Competitive salaries and performance incentives
• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance
• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• 401k with company match
• Company-paid life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Individual and Family Services