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EMBALMER/ LAB OPERATIONS ASSISTANT, SCHOOL OF MEDICINE – GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation’s capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.
Requirements
With a mission to honor donors’ final wishes and advance medical science through cadaveric study, the Anatomical Donor Program is a vital component of Georgetown University’s medical school curriculum. The program plays a crucial role in supporting the educational development of future doctors by integrating cadaveric studies into their training.
The Embalmer/Lab Operations Assistant holds a key role within the Anatomical Donor Program, providing essential administrative and tactical support to help nurture the next generation of medical professionals. This position offers the incumbent a unique and valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of anatomical sciences. Additionally, it provides a meaningful way to assist community members in Washington, D.C., and the surrounding areas in fulfilling their final wishes to contribute to medical education. In this role, the Embalmer/Lab Operations Assistant is responsible for delivering comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Operations Manager for the School of Medicine’s anatomy lab and Anatomical Donor Program. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Manage cadaver intake and support cadaver embalming, ensuring that all procedures are conducted with the utmost respect and in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
- Set up and support anatomy labs for various curricular activities, in partnership with course directors and related faculty, ensuring all necessary equipment and materials are prepared and available.
- Monitor lab supplies and resources, ensuring labs are adequately stocked, sanitized, and available for use.
- Assist with the tracking and management of cadaver intake and use during educational study, maintaining accurate records and documentation throughout the entirety of processing and study.
- Support the planning and coordination of events related to the anatomical donor program, including donor recognition ceremonies and educational outreach activities.
Work Interactions
The incumbent engages with a diverse array of stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, donors, external vendors, and partner programs.
Requirements and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Licensed DC Funeral Director, or the ability to obtain a DC license within 6 months
- Embalming experience
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects (at least 50 pounds)
- Comfort working with deceased bodies and in environments that may involve exposure to chemicals and biological hazards
- Strong ability to work independently, attention to detail, and organizational skills
- Computer proficiency; including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
- Two years of experience in customer service or client-facing role
- High-level time management skills and ability to manage shifting priorities
- Apprenticeship or internship experience preferred
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range:
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$47,586.00 – $87,558.13
Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
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EEO Statement:
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Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
FUNERAL DIRECTOR – ADVANCE PLANNING
Whitten Timberlake Chapel
Life’s not about a job, it’s about purpose.
Do you love serving families? Are you passionate about the arrangement conference? Is work life balance important to you?
We currently have a full time opening on our Advance Planning Funeral Director Team. This elite team focuses on community engagement and advance-planning services that make a real difference in the lives of the families we assist. Our directors serve families across multiple communities centered around various locations.
Our Advance Planning Funeral Directors Enjoy:
- Competitive compensation package with incentives
- More flexible schedules (no nights, no holidays, no removals)
- Stability – Service Corporation International (SCI*) includes the Dignity Memorial® brand and is the nation’s largest provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services. Learn more at sci-corp.com.
- Best-in-class technology platforms and unparalleled resources
- Full Benefits* – including medical, dental and vision insurance and tuition assistance, scholarships, PLUS a 401K program with a generous company match!
- Ongoing Training and leadership development
- Fair advancement opportunities
- Certified Great Place to Work since 2017!
We put people first and value integrity and attention to detail in our work. We’ll change everything you ever thought about working in the funeral services industry. This isn’t your typical job—and we’re not your typical company!
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must have the appropriate state funeral licensure or the ability to reciprocate license from another state
- High level of integrity, dedication, and desire to succeed
- Proficient with computers and technology with knowledge of MS Office Tools
- Desire to help others and earn a competitive income
- Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
- Creative, outgoing, and energetic
- Solid work history
- May require insurance license
This position may require the associate to obtain and maintain an insurance license in any state in which he/she conducts sales. To obtain the insurance license, the candidate must meet the requirements of a background check process which includes, but is not limited to, a criminal history and credit check.
What you will be doing
Lead Generation
- Holds self-accountable for prospecting a minimum of 1-2 hours each day
- Obtains referrals from families served by the location
- Networks and builds community and civic relationships
- Explains and presents presentations to families served and referred families
- Maintains and tracks activity levels to ensure productivity
Build Relationships with Families
- Responds to client inquiries in a timely, respectful, sensitive and professional manner
- Connects with families through listening, honest communication and genuine concern
- Develops an understanding of each family’s unique needs and offers solutions that provide value to them
- Stays in touch with families to ensure satisfaction
- Prepares for all appointments and performs all procedures with professionalism and attention to detail
- Follows through on all customer problems and requests
- Builds trust-based relationships to earn the right to ask for referrals
- Earns the right to gain referrals to offer protection to protect family members, and the family’s relatives and friends, by educating them on the benefits of pre-planning
Teamwork
- Represents a continuous link from services provided at need, through aftercare, to providing services to protect families in the future
- Collaborates and teams with funeral directors, location managers, and other members of funeral home and or cemetery staff, to provide seamless, high quality service
- Thoroughly and completely reviews previous services and contacts with families to prepare to support current needs and or sales
- Shares family concerns with rest of the SCI team
SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities.
For any difficulties with the application process, please reach out to SCI.jobs@sci-us.com .
*Based on eligibility requirements
Job Profile ID: S00070
Time Type: Full time
Location Name: Whitten Timberlake Chapel
FUNERAL SERVICE INTERN
Immediate opening for employment
John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home & Crematory – Salem, Virginia
John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home & Crematory in Salem, Virginia, has an immediate opening for a full-time funeral service intern. This position will enable the intern to experience training in all aspects of funeral service including but not limited to removals, preparation work (embalming, cosmetology, dressing, etc.), funeral directing (making arrangements, writing contracts, filing legal documents, writing obituaries, ordering merchandise, creating multimedia tributes, directing funerals, etc.), and cremations.
The current schedule for this position follows a two-week rotation that includes a three-day weekend. This person will also be responsible for fairly scheduled on-call hours for answering the phone, removals, and preparation work.
This is a great opportunity to be a part of a group of colleagues that care for each other. We are the only family-owned funeral home in Salem, and maintain a strong relationship with the law enforcement, schools, churches, and other organizations in our community. Most importantly, we take great pride in our unmatched service to the nearly 400 families we care for annually.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- High school diploma
- Honest, loyal, caring
- Well-groomed, self-motivated, forward-thinking, detail-oriented team player
- Proficiency with computers and technology
- Ability for working in all weather conditions
- Ability for job-related lifting
- Willingness to be involved in our community
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly wage
- Health, life, and disability insurance
- 401K retirement with 4%company match
- Paid time off
- Cell phone stipend
- Professional organizational dues
If you are someone who actively pursues excellence and desires to be a part of a funeral home having the mission to build a bridge of trust, compassion, and respect as well as a lasting relationship with families during the most difficult of times – please email your resume to dave@johnmoakey.com or mail it to 305 Roanoke Boulevard in Salem, VA 24153 for consideration.
SALES CONSULTANT
Thacker Caskets
In business since 1939, Thacker Caskets has grown to become the largest family owned Casket Company in the United States and the third largest casket company in the United States. Professional, aggressive and growth oriented in nature, Thacker is seeking an ambitious, self-starting Sales Consultant who enjoys selling in a business to business environment in the Central Virginia territory:
The successful Sales Consultant will create opportunities within the territory by:
- Effectively routes territory, plans sales calls and follows through
- Prospects for new funeral home business while growing existing base
- Approaches new opportunities with a goal oriented stance
- Teaches merchandising concepts to new and existing funeral home customers
- Develop and foster relationships with customers – A MUST!
The Thacker organization is competitive and growth oriented. Those individuals with an outstanding work ethic, endless ambition, and a go-getter attitude will thrive at Thacker Caskets. The following are the benefits that Thacker Caskets offers to its employees:
- Lucrative bonus program in addition to the salary.
- 401K Plan with 4% Company Match
- Health Insurance
- Competitive PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Competitive compensation package including salary with bonus program in addition to sales competition
- Expense account
Characteristics of a successful Thacker Sales Consultant include:
- Consultative Selling
- Strategic Thinking
- Outside Sales/Road Warrior
- Sales Management
- Account Planning & Management
- Merchandising
- Sales Presentations
- Customer Engagement / Relationship Building
- Negotiations
- Exceeding Quotas
- Professionalism
- Social Media Savvy
- Proficient Computer/Mobile Device Skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products and mobile productivity apps
In applying for our position, please attach your cover letter and resume and email to danielle.thacker@thackercaskets.com
For more information about Thacker Caskets, please visit our webpage at www.thackercaskets.com
Compensation: First year on target salary $70,000 + bonus average $6,000; although potential earnings can go higher and are uncapped.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
LICENSED FUNERAL DIRECTOR
Cremation Society of VA – Newport News, Virginia
Growing family owned firm with multiple locations is seeking a new team member with a VA Funeral Director or a VA Funeral Service License. Must have completed mortuary school and have a Virginia Funeral Directors License or the ability to reciprocate a license from another state.
Must be a self-starter that’s detail oriented and has excellent communication skills to interact with families. Computer skills required. Strong organizational and time management are a plus. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Responsibilities include meeting with client families to make funeral arrangements, present and explain service options. Direct funeral services, visitations, create personalized memorial products, and assist with other services. Training provided. Excellent schedule including Monday-Friday schedule with no after-hours transfers.
Salary based on experience. We pay above market wages. Competitive pay/benefits: including company paid health insurance/dental/vision.
Contact: mgomez@altmeyer.com
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $55,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License
- Funeral Director License
LICENSED FUNERAL DIRECTOR/EMBALMER, STATE OF VIRGINIA
Oakey’s Funeral Service
Job Location: Roanoke, VA
Welcome to Oakey’s Funeral Service in Roanoke, Virginia! Oakey’s has been in business since 1866 with 5 chapel locations, 2 crematories and a pet funeral home all within the Roanoke Valley. We average 1400 calls per year on the human side, serving families and their loved ones with the utmost care and respect while honoring lives well lived.
You are detail-oriented, creative with personal touches that families hope for and appreciate receiving during their most difficult time navigating thru visitations, cremations, or funeral service options. Your empathy and compassion comes naturally while you embrace all cultures and communities, religious and non-religious families.
As a licensed director/embalmer, you will perform embalmings, casketing/clothing/cosmetizing of the deceased. You will guide the family thru the arrangement process and be the leader they depend on at time of service.
Please stop in or give us a call. Spend some time speaking with Sammy and Sam Oakey, 5th and 6th generation Oakey. Welcome to the Family!
Work Schedule:
* No on-call shifts
* Monday thru Sunday with varied weekends and holidays
Benefits:
* Competitive salary based on experience
* 401(k)
* Health/Dental/Vision Insurance options available
LICENSED PRENEED FUNERAL DIRECTOR
Continue serving families while balancing work and life.
You’re a licensed Funeral Director with a deep understanding of what it takes to serve families, and you feel a calling to pursue a meaningful career. You also know when you have a balanced life, you do better work.
Why not explore a career in preneed where you get the best of both worlds?
We’ll provide everything you need to be successful including expert coaching, qualified leads, proactive appointment setting support, and strategic, effective marketing.
You can focus on doing what you do best – making meaningful connections with families to provide peace of mind.
What you’ll do (and why you’ll love doing it)
- Make what you want: Earn competitive compensation that you control by closing pre-set appointments (typical average of $75,000 – $100,000/annually with no earning cap)
- Realize the benefits of work-life balance while serving your community: Have a schedule that meets your needs and a supportive community education program to keep your network strong
- Capitalize on our support: Lead generation programs and strategic marketing programs provided at no cost – you’ll be representing us at four of our local rooftops in a beautiful, mountainous area with a growing population and market
- Experience recognition of a lifetime: Precoa Escapes Sales Incentive Trips for you and your family
If you have these skills, we want to talk with you!
- Funeral Director License REQUIRED
- Strong interpersonal abilities and relationship development skills
- Ability to effectively close pre-set, qualified appointments
- Excellent communication skills, lead generation, and networking abilities
- Current life insurance license or ability to attain one
Are you ready to take a new career step to change your life?
Apply today at our career site link or reach out to Rachel below!
Contact:
Rachel Feher
Talent Acquisition Recruiter
503.743.8635
rfeher@precoa.com
About Lotz Funeral Home
Finding a career within the funeral service industry is unique—indeed, it is a calling. Unlike other businesses, working in funeral service is not simply a job. It requires the ability to offer a sense of comfort during a time of need. The profession is driven by the compassionate need to serve others, offer a steady hand, and support the living during times of grief. At Lotz Funeral Home, we hold the inherent belief that serving families comes first and offer rewards for the expression of compassion and creativity.
We are a place where your strengths are appreciated, and we look to build upon your natural skill set as a caregiver. At Lotz Funeral Home, people welcome you as you are, and applaud you for where you’re going. We are always looking for talented individuals to add to our team. We invite you to search and apply for employment and discover opportunities to explore whatever inspires you.
About Precoa
Precoa is a national sales and marketing company within the preneed insurance/funeral planning industry. We establish partnerships with premier, market-leading funeral homes and implement a lead generation and marketing system called Proactive Preneed™. Our goal is to help as many families as possible prearrange and put into place intentional plans to help their families begin healing at the time of loss.
LICENSED FUNERAL DIRECTOR – ARRANGING
Description
Bliley’s is a family owned and operated business dedicated to serving our community by celebrating every life with honor and respect. We have three locations in the Richmond area. Our Associates are the heart and soul of the company. A caring and compassionate culture is essential in achieving our mission. Associates are provided with opportunities for growth and development; and you can expect to be recognized and rewarded for your accomplishments. Opportunities for advancement are provided.
Requirements
A successful candidate will be a licensed funeral director who has a high degree of sensitivity, compassion and caring for families experiencing a loss. Main responsibilities include funeral planning with families, directing funeral/memorial services, and follow through with families to create a positive experience with our firm. We are known nationally as a leader for our approach to Ritualizing the Cremation experience for families, and it is expected for you to embrace this approach in serving our Community.
Apply today to work in a fantastic city for a family-owned business that has been in existence since 1874. This is a full-time position. Base pay will be $52,000 to $62,000 with the potential for quarterly bonuses.
Use the link below to apply:
JOSEPH W BLILEY CO INC – Licensed Funeral Director – Arranging Application (paylocity.com)
FUNERAL DIRECTOR/EMBALMER
R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home
Suffolk, Va
Full job description
We are a family owned and operated funeral home since 1885. We manage 3 chapels, they are unique in their own ways. We are seeking a full-time Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer. This position interacts directly with clients families during their time of need and is responsible for creating and maintaining the highest level of client family satisfaction. This position will include on-call hours, overnight removals and some weekends.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Virginia Funeral Service Licensee, or ability to reciprocate
- Clean driving record and background check
- Motivated, compassionate, detail oriented, multitasker, team player and communication
- Proficient with computers and technology
- Ability for job related lifting
Email resume or questions to brittany@rwbakerfh.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Suffolk, VA: Relocate before or shorly after starting work
ADVANCED FUNERAL PLANNING SPECIALIST
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR EMPLOYMENT
Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service – Richmond, Virginia
A career opportunity is available for a full-time Advanced Funeral Planning Specialist in a well-established family-owned funeral home. Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing outstanding service and has been recognized multiple times by the NFDA for both the “Pursuit of Excellence” and “Best of the Best” awards. The right candidate will recognize that our commitment to serving our community with excellence is our core value. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to control your schedule and achieve substantial compensation!
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Valid Virginia Funeral Director or Funeral Service License
- Valid Insurance or Limited Lines License (or ability to obtain)
- Valid Virginia Driver’s License
- Outstanding interpersonal communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to utilize technology to manage leads / complete contracts
Benefits & Compensation:
- Competitive compensation package
- Health, Dental and Life Insurance
- Retirement plan with company matching
- Employer paid professional fees / dues
- The ability to make your own schedule with no “on-call”
- Steady lead supply / Direct mail marketing
- Lunch & Learn’s
- World-class training
- Unparalleled support
PLEASE CONFIDENTIALLY EMAIL RESUMES / INQUIRIES TO – sphelps@tmfh.com
FUNERAL DIRECTOR/EMBALMER
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR EMPLOYMENT
Finch & Finch, Inc. Funeral and Cremation Service – Altavista, Virginia
Finch & Finch, Inc. is proud to be the oldest business in Altavista, Virginia. We are a progressive family owned and operated funeral home founded in 1905. We are seeking a full-time Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer. This position interacts directly with client families during their time of need and is responsible for creating and maintaining the highest level of client family satisfaction. This position will be responsible for weeknight & weekend on-call hours which will include embalming. Currently, the schedule rotates: on-call every other weekend with the opposite weekend being a three-day weekend off.
This is a great opportunity to be a part of an award winning, progressive, two location, family firm, serving approximately 155 families annually, with an exceptional reputation for professional, caring and compassionate service.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Virginia Funeral Service Licensee, or ability to reciprocate
- Well groomed, motivated, compassionate, detail oriented, multitasker and communicator
- Proficient with computers and technology
- Ability for job related lifting
- Willingness to participate in growing market share through personal community involvement
Benefits:
- Base salary dependent on experience and skills (up to $100,000)
- Additional Hourly Overtime Wage
- Year-End Bonus Plan (percentage of salary, based on company performance)
- Vacation Bonus Plan (based on salary)
- Health, Life & Disability Insurance paid 100% by Company
- 401K Retirement with Company 4% match
- Paid Vacation & Paid All-Purpose Days
- Annual Clothing allowance
- Company Cell Phone
- Full YMCA Fitness Membership
- Professional organization dues, area civic organization memberships & more
- Opportunity for benefit increase annually
About the Area:
Located just 30 minutes South of Lynchburg and an hour North of Danville, Altavista is an ideal place to call home – It’s name is a direct reference to the beautiful views our community offers. Nature gave Altavista the stunning beauty of the Appalachian Mountain range, which is enjoyed by the many visitors who travel the Blue Ridge National Parkway each year. We’re also blessed with breathtaking lakes nearby such as Smith Mountain Lake and Leesville Lake, and so much more that encourage an active lifestyle. Whether your passion is motorcycling, biking, hiking, climbing, hunting, fishing, camping, or water sports, you’ll find plenty to do. Our community is also a family-friendly place, with quiet neighborhoods served by safe streets, and residents who still look out for each other. The cost of living is attractive, led by very affordable housing of all types and low-cost utilities. Local K-12 schools continue to be recognized among the state’s best. We’re particularly proud of the Altavista YMCA, which has become our community’s centerpiece. With affordable childcare and an amazingly wide range of activities, it keeps local families healthy, happy, and active.
Please Email resumes to – TFinch@finchandfinchfuneralservice.com
All inquiries will be kept confidential.
GENERAL MANAGER
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR EMPLOYMENT
Thacker Brothers Funeral Home – Scottsville/Lake Monticello, Virginia
A great community to call home! If you are searching for a peaceful life in the country, a home at the lake, or the bustle of a university town, then look no further. Scottsville and Lake Monticello are ideally situated for every interest – whether you passion is outdoor living, cultural arts, sports, or history, you will find it here. The University of Virginia is continually ranked one of the top universities and medical centers in the country and a short drive to Richmond offers an abundance of restaurants, shopping, convenient travel opportunities, and additional cultural experiences.
Thacker Brothers Funeral Home is a family-owned business with two locations and has been serving the community since 1922. We are seeking a Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer for the position of General Manager. This is a frontline management position, meaning you will also interact with client families for arrangements/services, and share responsibilities such as transfers, embalming, and rotating weekend/on-call hours.
Responsibilities:
- Arrange and direct all activities relating to transfers, funerals, visitations, and cremation services including preparation of funeral home facilities and equipment, embalming and preparation of deceased, crematory operations, and on-call responsibilities
- Supervise the administrative and support services of the funeral home such as trade services, building and vehicle repair services, oversight of funeral home expenditures and collection of receivables
- Ensure vehicles, buildings, facilities, and grounds are maintained in a clean, manicured, and working order
- Ensure all safety, quality control, and compliance standards are adhered to by staff
- Plan and implement strategies to increase the client base for the company including direct involvement in marketing strategies, improvement of internal business practices, and preneed/aftercare programs
- Maintain a positive environment so that employees are motivated to strive for performance excellence and achievement
- Actively build and maintain close networking relationships in the community and with individuals/organizations such as ministers, churches, florists, civic groups, Hospices, community leaders and influencers
- Administer work schedules of the personnel of the funeral home
- Foster strong relationships with vendors and suppliers
- Maintain up to date knowledge of laws and policies
- Screening candidates, hiring and training a skilled and effective staff, disciplinary action and employee reviews
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Virginia Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer (or ability to obtain a reciprocal license in a timely manner)
- Management experience preferred, but not necessarily required for the right candidate
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Honesty, integrity and trustworthiness among co-workers, management, and client families
- High attention to detail and follow through
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and listening skills and ability to interact and collaborate effectively with others in a team atmosphere
- Proficient computer/technology skills
- Provide excellent service to every family, every time
- Valid Virginia Driver’s License with good driving record
- Job related lifting
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and abilities
- Bonus and commission opportunities
- Health, Dental, and Vision plan
- Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday and Personal)
- Job related training and career development
- Company cell phone
- Professional and civic organization dues and membership
Contact
For consideration, please email your resume and cover letter to bradley@thackerbrothers.com
LICENSED FUNERAL DIRECTOR/EMBALMER
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR EMPLOYMENT
Henry Funeral Home and Cremation Center – Staunton, Virginia
Career opportunity is available for a full-time Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer involved in all aspects of the funeral business. Be a part of a successful, service-minded team of caring professionals at Staunton’s oldest independent funeral establishment, 76 years. Henry Funeral Home and Cremation Center is proud to continue memberships in NFDA, VFDA, Order of Golden Rule, and Selected Independent Funeral Homes among others.
Requirements/Qualifications/Skills:
- Virginia Funeral Service Licensee
- Confident arrangement, embalming, and communication skills.
- Solid computer skills adaptable to HFH software systems.
- Strong professional work ethic, attention to details, productive in a team environment, solid multi-tasker.
- Unrestricted lifting ability
- Valid Virginia Driver’s License with blemish-free driving record.
- Strong commitment to community service, including participation in civic organizations.
- Crematory Operator certification or willingness to become certified.
- Maintains a professional standard of excellence true to the policies, procedures and integrity of HFH.
- Shared schedule of on-call nights and every other weekend.
- Experience preferred, but not required.
- Candidates should be well-groomed and of good character. References, please.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience & abilities, including overtime opportunities.
- Health Insurance and Life Insurance provided
- 401K Retirement with Company 4% match
- Paid Vacation, Sick Days
- Annual Bonus Plan
- Dues, license renewals, civic memberships paid by HFH.
PLEASE EMAIL RESUMES TO – office@henryfuneralhome.net
FUNERAL SERVICE LICENSEE
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR EMPLOYMENT
Johnson Funeral Service – Bridgewater, Virginia
Johnson Funeral Service is a two-location independently owned and operated firm, serving in excess of 300 families annually, with an exceptional reputation for professionalism. We are seeking a full-time funeral service licensee. This position interacts directly with families and is responsible for creating and maintaining the highest level of family confidence and satisfaction. This position requires on-call availability every-other weekend with the opposite weekend being a four-day weekend off.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Virginia funeral service licensee or the ability to become a Virginia licensee
- Crematory Operators certificate or the ability to obtain an operator’s certificate
- Drivers permit and acceptable driving record
- Ability to lift in excess of 75lbs
REQUIRMENTS:
- Basic knowledge of religious and fraternal organizations customs
- Nights and weekend availability
- Ability to multi task and set priorities
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Experience is preferred but not required
BENEFITS:
- Highly competitive compensation based on experience
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid vacation
- Year-end bonus plan
- Annual clothing allowance
- Temporary housing available if relocating to the area
Please forward your resume to jjohnson@johnsonfs.com
All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.
FUNERAL SERVICE LICENSEE
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR EMPLOYMENT
We, at John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home and Crematory in Salem, Virginia, are inviting a Funeral Service Licensee to join our staff family and, in turn, enable us to do more than we can do ourselves. Our family-owned and independently-operated establishment has emerged as our immediate area’s leading choice by those in need. We have over 40 employees who serve nearly 400 families each year and take great pride in compliance, community involvement, and genuine service.
Our newly-hired Funeral Service Licensee will be involved with all aspects of funeral service including but not limited to participating in an on-call schedule, removals, waiting on families in both preneed and at-need arrangements, directing services, embalming and other preparation work, cremations, and overseeing delegated areas of shared responsibilities.
In exchange for servant-minded values, our newly-hired Funeral Service Licensee will be the next recipient of what we call the “JMO Advantage” which, in part, consists of not just the opportunity to reside in one of the best geographical areas of Virginia perfect for both individual adventure and raising a family, but also an excellent work schedule, competitive salary, paid benefits package, company matching investment account, preneed commissions, paid time off, potential year-end bonus, and more.
If you are a Funeral Service Licensee who actively pursues excellence and desires to enjoy a longstanding career with a funeral home having the mission to build a bridge of trust, compassion, and respect as well as a lasting relationship with families during the most difficult of times – please email your resume to dave@johnmoakey.com or mail it to 305 Roanoke Boulevard in Salem, VA 24153 for consideration.
Funeral Director/Embalmer
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR EMPLOYMENT
Competitive pay based on experience, 100% paid health and dental, retirement and paid vacation.
Submit resume, professional, and personal references to:
Email: grahamfuneralhome@verizon.net
Funeral Director/Embalmer
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR EMPLOYMENT
Virginia funeral home located in the beautiful, and historically rich, Shenandoah Valley is adding a licensed position to their growing firm.
Seeking a career licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer to become part of a 144-year family-owned business with a history of dedicated service to the families we serve. Candidates must be community minded with a willingness to engage and become an asset to the area. Great long-term advancement opportunities as well as a beautiful growing community with endless outdoor and recreational interests. Geographically positioned to metropolitan dining, arts, and entertainment as well as international airports. Flex schedule to ensure personal time with benefits and living accommodation options.
Position includes shared responsibilities of all areas associated with the funeral and cremation services we provide. Ideal candidates should thrive in a team environment, be detail oriented, and have up-to-date computer knowledge, readily becoming an asset to our team. In addition, this individual will need to embrace new technologies, be forward thinking and be comfortable establishing relationships with those we serve.
Competitive, experience-based salary scale, flexible work schedule allowing two (4day) weekends a month, clothing allowance, and performance and growth bonus incentives.
Submit resume, professional, and personal references to:
Stover Funeral Home & Crematory
177 N. Holliday Street
Strasburg, VA 22657
Phone: 540-465-5101
Email: stoverfuneralhome@gmail.com
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Salary
Will depend on experience
Job Type
Full-time
Number of hires for this role
1
Qualifications
Virginia Funeral Service Licensee
Valid Virginia driver’s license/clean driving record
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Basic knowledge associated with computers/device technology/social media applications/office management & industry specific software/electronic record keeping/EDRS/
**Please submit your Resume & Cover Letter to edward7228@gmail.com for consideration**
Full Job Description
Family owned and operated funeral firm in beautiful southwest Virginia, with two locations serving 130+ families each year, seeking an experienced VA licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer. Successful candidate will have completed mortuary school and have an active, unencumbered VA Funeral Service license or the ability to immediately reciprocate a license from another state.
We are seeking a funeral director who is comfortable with all aspects of funeral directing/funeral service provision. Reliability/dependability and a strong work ethic are imperative. Teamwork, as well as the ability to work independently, is a must. Attention to detail, multi-tasking, time management and independent problem-solving skills are required.
The applicant must be able to arrange funeral and memorial services and attend to all aspects of those arrangements; produce videos, memorial folders; independently conduct funeral and memorial services; accomplish removals and transfers; obtain authorization for embalming, prepare, embalm, dress, and casketing; handle funeral contracts, legal documents, insurance claims/proceeds; file death certificates in EDRS; etc.…
Grundy, VA is situated in the southern Appalachian Mountains and is known for its scenic beauty. It’s a small town with a suburban rural mix feel, with many young professionals living in the area. A quiet and peaceful town. Grundy is located close to the Spearhead Trial System used solely for the purpose of ATV riding, with beautiful scenery and elk viewing. Also, located close is the Breaks Interstate Park, known for its beautiful canyons, river, and hiking trials. Grundy offers a small public school system as well as two colleges Appalachian School of Law and Appalachian College of Pharmacy. Grundy is an up-and-coming town that would be great for the individual seeking outdoor adventure or to raise a family.
Additional Benefits
Paid Vacation
Health/Life/Dental Insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: Multiple Locations
Crime Scene Cleanup Technician
Servpro of Danville and Pittsylvania County has an immediate need for a Crime Scene Cleanup Technician.
If you are passionate about helping people during times of tragedy and enjoy working in a hands-on environment, we invite you to apply. This is your opportunity to join a growing company offering a competitive wage structure and benefits.
Job Overview
We are seeking a Technician who is hardworking, compassionate, and has a strong desire to help families in need. As a Technician, you will be on-call (shared call with another technician) so that you can assist families whenever the need arises. While prior experience in construction, demolition, restoration, carpentry, and comparable industries are desired, it is not required. Servpro provides comprehensive training and certification on safety and compliance, biohazard cleanup process and procedure, and customer service. We are committed to training our Technicians for success.
Main Responsibilities
- Will work hand-in-hand with the team to clean up after situations like suicides, homicides, unattended deaths, or accidents
- Inventory management
- Oversee maintenance of location and truck
Basic Qualifications Experience and Skills
- At least 18 years of age or older
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
- Must reside locally and be able to respond to the dispatch office within a reasonable time after receiving a service call
- Must be available for call
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Preferred Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Prior experience that demonstrates a strong work ethic and ability to multi-task
Please contact:
Rob Parsons
434-822-3010
rparsons@servprodanvilleva.com
www.servprodanvillepittsylvaniacounty.com
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