Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer

We are seeking a Funeral Director/Embalmer for Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery in St. Petersburg, FL. This position manages all phases of the funeral arrangement including the removal of the deceased, selecting and setting up funeral services to final disposition, as well as, embalming, removals and transfers, cosmetology, dressing, hairstyling and any other preparation required for the deceased. The successful candidate will have strong planning, organizational and time management skills and a current license in the applicable state.

Responsibilities

-Conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional and caring manner
-Carry out funeral services from retrieval of the deceased to final disposition
-Assist in the maintenance of the facilities, grounds and vehicles
-Ensure that all federal, state and local regulations related to the funeral industry are followed
-Prepare the memorial area for the family before the services start
-Ensure that flowers and other memorabilia are returned to the family after services
-Maintain reverence and respect for the deceased at all times
-Train all staff and strictly enforce all logging, identification, casketing and cremation procedures
-Complete embalming, disinfecting, dressing, preparing and casketing the deceased using appropriate precautions and OSHA standards in a manner that honors the deceased

Requirements and Qualifications

-Current license or certification if required by state regulations
-1+ years of funeral industry experience
Professional communication skills
-Experience handling sensitive situations in a professional manner
-Understanding of the services and products available
-Knowledge of current federal, state and local regulations related to the funeral industry