Licensed Funeral Director: Bonnerup Funeral & Cremation Services, Albert Lea, MN

Vertin•Albert Lea, MN

8h•$65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Bonnerup Funeral & Cremation Services, a Vertin funeral home in Albert Lea, Minnesota, is seeking a Licensed Funeral Director to serve families in a close-knit community. The role combines family services with care for decedents, with the balance shifting according to daily needs. The funeral director will build relationships with families and community groups and may support nearby locations as needed. The position includes funeral-home business hours and a shared on-call rotation, with weekends and evenings as needed. Success involves becoming a familiar and trusted presence among Albert Lea families, coworkers, and the wider community.

Requirements

Hold a Minnesota Mortician License, be an intern, or hold a license from another state that meets Minnesota’s reciprocity requirements.
Be comfortable working independently, adapting quickly, and finding solutions in the moment.
Stay calm and keep priorities straight when call volume shifts.
Bring a humble, coachable attitude and openness to feedback and change.
Exercise professional discretion that reflects the organization’s core values.
Have people skills and conflict-resolution skills.
Be able to travel between locations.
Be able to lift up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Ideally have two years of funeral service experience.
Be based within commuting distance of Albert Lea, Minnesota.

Responsibilities

Meet with families to plan and direct meaningful, personalized services.
Provide decedent care, including transfers, embalming, and other preparation.
Participate in a shared on-call rotation that includes weekends and holidays.
Support nearby locations as needed.
Attend community events and build relationships with local groups and families.
Complete required e-learning and become proficient in the organization’s systems, forms, and processes.