Licensed Funeral Director

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Washburn-McReavy Funeral Chapels, Cemeteries, and Cremation Services—a leading funeral service provider in the Twin Cities for over 165 years—is seeking personable, compassionate professionals to join our team of Licensed Funeral Directors. This position embodies our promise: “In times of grief, we’re family.” Our Funeral Directors provide compassionate care and personalized support by:
  • Meeting with families to plan, coordinate, and oversee funeral arrangements, ensuring all services are meaningful and tailored to their wishes
  • Providing thoughtful guidance on burial or cremation options, keeping the family’s emotional and cultural needs in mind
  • Collaborating with internal teams, such as Schedule Desk, Care Center, and cemeteries to ensure seamless service delivery
  • Overseeing documentation and permits related to death certificates, transportation, and burial or cremation processes
  • Maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations, as well as company policies, ensuring ethical and professional standards are upheld

This is a primary arrangements and services role. All Funeral Directors may be required to assist with other professional duties as needed, including evening on-call rotations, transfers, decedent preparation, and oversight of Receptionists and Drivers during services.

We are committed to fostering a collaborative, respectful work environment where your dedication and expertise are recognized and valued. Our main location is in Uptown Minneapolis (23rd St & Dupont Ave), and Directors are assigned to cases at our various locations as needed.

Requirements
  • Current Minnesota Funeral Director licensure
  • Demonstrated experience in planning and executing funeral services
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Proven commitment to thoroughness and a detail-oriented focus on excellence
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to effectively manage competing priorities and ensure high-quality outcomes
  • Ability to work independently with confidence and initiative, as well as collaboratively with a diverse, rotating team, recognizing both as essential to success
  • Comprehensive knowledge of funeral service best practices, as well as Minnesota laws and regulations
  • Proficiency with computer systems and related technology
  • Physical ability to lift, pull, or push up to 150 pounds using our transport gurneys and equipment
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Job Type: Full-timePay: $65,000-$95,000 per year  Benefits Options
  • Balanced service and on-call responsibilities
  • Health benefits
  • 402(k) Retirement savings plan
  • Profit sharing
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Clothing and cell phone allowances
  • Company-provided Surface Pro

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