Funeral Director/Embalmer

Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science

Newport News (VA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Sick Leave
Bonus Plan
Pre-Planning Insurance Commission
Very Competitive Salary
Paid Continuing Education
Paid Cellphone

Job summary

Weymouth Funeral Home in Hampton Roads, Virginia is seeking a full-time Funeral Director/Embalmer to join a family-owned firm. The role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and high customer service standards in a cohesive environment.

Responsibilities include arranging services, handling legal documents, embalming, and crematory operation. Virginia license required; cremation certification training provided.

Qualifications

  • Virginia licensed funeral director/embalmer license required or reciprocity.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and in person.
  • Empathetic and compassionate with strong customer service orientation.
  • Detail-oriented with good organizational skills.
  • Proficiency with computers and standard software.

Responsibilities

  • Arrange and conduct all aspects of funeral services.
  • Prepare legal documents and contracts.
  • Care for the deceased.
  • Embalming proficiency and preparations.
  • No night removals.
  • Operate crematory.

Skills

Multi-Tasker
Empathetic and Compassionate
Effective communication
Detail oriented
Good driving record
Proficient computer skills
Professional appearance
Ability to lift
Cremation operators certification

Education

Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer (VA)

Job description

Job TitleFuneral Director/EmbalmerJob TypeFull TimeFull Job DescriptionFamily-Owned Funeral Home/Crematory located in Hampton Roads, Virginia is seeking a full-time funeral director/embalmer. We place a premium on collegiality and teamwork and are looking for an individual who can work closely with co-workers and families in a pleasant and cohesive environment. Our success has been driven by a long-term dedicated professional staff. We are seeking someone who is committed to the highest level of customer service with empathy and compassion.

We pride ourselves on being a service orientated funeral home and not a corporate/sales driven firm.

Hampton Roads, Virginia is a coastal community located between the Chesapeake Bay and the James River. Conveniently located to Viginia Beach and Williamsburg.

Job Description
  • Arrange and conduct all aspects of funeral services
  • Prepare legal documents and contracts
  • Care for the deceased
  • Embalming proficiency and preparations
  • No night removals
  • Operating the crematory
Requirements
  • Commonwealth of Virginia Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer (Reciprocation)
  • Multi-Tasker
  • Empathetic and Compassionate
  • Ability to Communicate Effectively in Writing and in Person
  • Detailed Orientated
  • Good Driving Record
  • Proficient Computer Skills
  • Professional Appearance
  • Ability to Lift
  • Cremation Operators Certification (FH will pay for certification)
Please Contact

Weymouth Funeral Home: 757-930-2222

Benefits Offered
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Sick Leave
  • Bonus Plan
  • Pre-Planning Insurance Commission
  • Very Competitive Salary (based on experience)
  • Paid Continuing Education
Paid Cellphone
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