Revolutionizing the funeral industry means blazing new trails, creating new ideas, developing strong relationships, preserving legacies, and compassionately caring for Families. With over 200 locations across the country, Foundation Partners Group is continuing to expand our reach, but we only do this with exceptional team members ready to embrace the future of the funeral industry. Our Team Members are vital to the health of our funeral homes, and we value the insight, ideas, and passion they bring every day to compassionately care for our Families. FPG is transforming the funeral industry one life, one family, and one community at a time. Join us as we revolutionize the funeral industry across the nation. We currently have an opening for a Funeral Director at Funeral Alternatives of Washington in Tumwater, WA. The Funeral Director manages all phases of the funeral arrangement, from setting up funeral services to final disposition. Overview and Responsibilities:
Presents every client family with all service and merchandise options – Every Family, Every Option, Every Time
Contributes to the overall efficiency of the location by maintaining open and effective communication and maintaining accurate and timely client files
Acts to improve market share through participating in community events, groups, organizations, and other community relationships as assigned by your supervisor
Carries out additional projects and duties as assigned, i.e., car washing, building and equipment repair, pre-need arrangement planning
Oversees all Team Members participating in services, ensuring that each member of the team understands their role and is professionally representing the location
Communicates to appropriate Team Members areas of successful performance and performance needing improvement to meet business expectations
Works on-call/first call, in rotation as assigned, i.e., phone, face to face, at the hospital, hospice, residence
Transfers decedents, dresses, and caskets, and prepares deceased on an as-needed basis (per appropriate licensing) to the instruction obtained from the family
Meets with client families to listen, educate and arrange personalized funeral services and ensure their business experience with the business is of the highest quality
Utilizes systems/technology, i.e., Matthews/Aurora advisor in place to review merchandise options, enter contracts, and complete necessary forms at the time of arrangement conversation
Completes tasks and details resulting from the arrangement conference
Ensures proper paperwork, including permits and certificates, is completed timely and follows relevant laws and regulations
Conducts and attends funeral services regularly, leading all post-service follow-ups as needed
Collects funds at the time of arrangement conferences
Requirements & Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid state-issued funeral director license (as per state licensing requirement)
Completed mortuary school
Minimum one year of experience in customer service and the funeral industry is preferred
Experience in making an initial transfer of decedent and funeral arrangement, and decedent care
Ability to keep licenses and continued education requirements current and in good standing
Ability to work on-call/first call, in rotation as assigned
Knowledge of Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Organizational and planning skills; time management skills, and the ability to prioritize work
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, community leaders, clergy, and client families
Able to multi-task, i.e., enter data into company POS while interacting with a client’s family member’s
Ability to stand for two or more hours without rest
Ability to move, push and pull heavy weighted items up to 150lbs safely
Valid state-issued driver’s license with a clear driving record
Team Member Benefits Include:
Entry-level and experienced professionals; students, and veterans – we offer complete career paths regardless of your career and life stage
Unique ShareLife® technology lets you create one-of-a-kind life celebrations for the families you serve
Competitive salaries and performance incentives
Team member referral bonus program
Medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance options
Annual PTO includes: 2 weeks vacation, 2 personal days, 6 sick days (rolls over annually up to 96 hours), and 6 paid holidays
401k with company match
Company paid life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability
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