Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer needed

gpac; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401(k)

Strong work-life balance

Supportive, family-owned environment

Job summary

gpac partners with two respected, family-owned funeral homes in Iowa to recruit a Funeral Director / Embalmer. This is a long-term opportunity in a community-focused, team-first environment that values professionalism and work-life balance.

The ideal candidate will manage arrangements, services, removals, preparation, and family care, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. New licensees are welcome to apply, as long as they are eager to learn and contribute.

Qualifications

• Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer
• Well-rounded funeral service background
• Comfortable with arrangements, services, removals, preparation, and family care
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance and community presence
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to help wherever needed
• Comfortable working in a smaller community setting
• Technology skills are a plus

Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate will be involved in all areas of the funeral home and serve families with professionalism.
• Handle arrangements, services, removals, preparation, and family care as part of a team.
• Work collaboratively in a shared-space environment valuing personality, attitude, and teamwork.

Skills

Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented

Job description

Funeral Director / Embalmer Opportunity -Iowa

Two respected, family-owned funeral home in Iowa is looking to add a Funeral Director / Embalmer to its team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking for a long-term home with a firm that values community, teamwork, professionalism, and work-life balance.

These firm handles approximately 150 -250 calls annually and has deep roots in the community. They are open to considering a newer licensee, intern, or experienced Funeral Director / Embalmer, as long as the individual is willing to learn, jump in where needed, and be part of a team-first environment.

What This Opportunity Offers

• Compensation range of $50,000 - $85,000 based on experience
• Medical and dental benefits
• 401(k)
• Strong work-life balance
• Supportive, family-owned environment

Ideal Candidate Background

• Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer
• Well-rounded funeral service background
• Comfortable with arrangements, services, removals, preparation, and family care
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance and community presence
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to help wherever needed
• Comfortable working in a smaller community setting
• Technology skills are a plus

What They Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will be someone who takes pride in serving families, understands the importance of professionalism in a small community, and is willing to be involved in all areas of the funeral home. This is a shared-space environment where the team works closely together, so personality, attitude, and teamwork are extremely important.

For the right person, this could be a long-term opportunity with a respected Iowa funeral home that truly values its people and the families they serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.