Funeral Arranger Full-Time (Elk Grove)

East Lawn Cemeteries, Funeral Homes, Cremation, Pre Planning•Elk Grove, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

At East Lawn, we help people through some of the most emotional and significant moments of their lives. As a Funeral Arranger or Director, you’ll be the steady, knowledgeable presence that helps families make informed decisions, navigate complex logistics, and feel supported every step of the way. This isn’t a typical 9–5—and that’s the point. If you're the kind of person who values meaningful work, can handle sensitive situations with care, and thrives when trusted to work independently, you might be a great fit here. About the Role East Lawn is looking for a dedicated and experienced Funeral Director or Funeral Arranger. This full-time position offers work hours, up to 40 hours per week. The ideal candidate is compassionate, organized, and capable of handling delicate situations with empathy and patience.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in funeral service or a related field
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and follow through on tasks
Confidence working with people in emotionally sensitive moments
Tech-savvy enough to manage documents, emails, scheduling, and video presentations
A calm presence, good judgment, and attention to detail
Available to work any seven days of the week, including weekends and holidays
High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree preferred for Funeral Directors)
California Funeral Director License (if applying as a Funeral Director)
Funeral Arranger Certificate or willingness to obtain
Valid CA driver’s license with clean driving record
Ability to lift 75 lbs and work indoors/outdoors in various weather
Passing a pre-employment drug screen and physical abilities test is a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Be Professional: Show respect and follow our values when interacting with clients and team members.
Plan Funerals: Help families choose service details, like type of service and merchandise.
Share Info: Provide details about funeral options and maintain our displays of caskets and urns.
Handle Paperwork: Collect info for legal documents, such as death certificates, authorizations and permits.
Coordinate Events: Organize funerals, visitations, cremations and burials. Coordinate with cemeteries, florists and caterers.
Arrange Services: Set up clergy and pallbearers, and manage the setup at funeral sites.
Prepare Sites: Arrange caskets or urns at the venue and adjust decorations as needed.
Manage Transport: Handle or arrange transport for caskets, urns, and flowers.
Discuss Prearrangements: Talk with clients about preplanned funeral options.
Handle Cremains: Release cremated remains to families with care, following our policies.
Admin Tasks: Organize files, complete contracts, and process insurance claims.
Collect Payments: Ensure payment is received before services are provided.
Understand Pricing: Know and explain pricing lists, benefits, and pre-arrangement funding.
Drive Vehicles: Drive funeral vehicles like vans or hearses.
Organize Shipments: Manage the preparation and shipping of cases for out-of-state or international burial.
Other Duties: Handle any additional tasks as needed.