Funeral Director

DENVER ROLLER INC•Jonesboro, AR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Directs, leads and oversees all aspects of a funeral and its attendant services in a manner deemed to fit the Roller image of excellent service. Picks up and transports bodies. Appropriately aids in dressing and preparing deceased to be viewed by the family.

Requirements

High school diploma plus additional training.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the manager, customers, and the general public.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization may exist.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
In-depth knowledge of all aspects of the funeral service, including embalming and cosmetology.
Basic knowledge of general office procedures and operation of appropriate equipment.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Exceptional verbal and interpersonal skills; compassionate understanding and ability to deal with all aspects of grief.
State registration and certification as a funeral home director.
Valid drivers license.

Responsibilities

Schedules, organizes and directs all aspects of a funeral including: flowers, pallbearers, minister, order of service, cars, music, etc.
Counseling with families including merchandise, obituary and assisting them to deal with their grief.
Follows the arrangement office training procedures.
Assists with the sale of prearranged funerals including answering questions and liaison with the sales force.
Carries out clerical and record keeping tasks related to all aspects of the funeral.
Picks up and transports bodies.
Aids in dressing the body and using cosmetics to achieve the desired appearance for viewing.
Transports deceased to out of state locations when needed.
Assists in keeping the funeral home ready to receive families and the public.
Orders merchandise as needed.
Coordinates the needed services of cemeteries and grave openers.
Greets the public.
Be active in community functions and activities, speak to organizations, etc.
To look and act as a professional.
Assist Management in other areas of the operations when deemed necessary.
Responsible for direction and coordination of the work of part-time employees when necessary.