Funeral Director

Career Strategies•Waterbury, CT

84d•Onsite

About The Position

Hiring for a Funeral Director in Waterbury. This is working for an established, well-known Funeral Home, that is reputable and well-liked in the community. We need a director that can demonstrate strong communication, empathy, and organizational skills, while overseeing staff and client needs. We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Leader who wants a long-term career, working for a company that values its employees, and it shows!

Requirements

Associate Degree in Funeral Service Education or Mortuary Science
Must be a Licensed Funeral Home Director in Connecticut
Strong communication skills
Empathy and Compassion: Ability to work with grieving families in a calm, professional manner.
Organization and Logistics: Planning, scheduling, and managing complex service details, often with limited time.
Experience with Microsoft Office and case management software.

Nice To Haves

Reliable Leader who wants a long-term career

Responsibilities

Meeting with families to plan funeral services, cremation, or burials.
Preparing, filing, and managing legal documents, such as death certificates and burial permits.
Coordinating transport of remains and scheduling funeral services.
Assisting families with post-funeral tasks.
Interacting with families, clergy, and staff to coordinate services.
Assisting when moving caskets or remains.
Overseeing staff and client needs.