GFDA Classifieds
GFDA Classifieds
Classifieds
In addition to our Job Board below, GFDA is offering an opportunity for our members to post funeral home items (pews, chairs, etc.) for sale/free and funeral homes for sale. To post a classified ad, visit contact GFDA and include specific details.
Job Board
The Georgia Funeral Directors Association Job Board is provided as a service to members and has helped place a number of professionals around the state. Listings can be "open" with full detail and contact information, or "closed" with information forwarded. If you are looking for help, use our "How to Post a Job" section below.
The service also provides information, if requested, on individuals seeking positions.
Please note the following:
- When positions are filled or if the funeral home is no longer seeking help, the GFDA office should be notified so the post can be removed.
- Prospective employers and employment applicants using the GFDA Job Board acknowledge that GFDA has made no investigation whatsoever into the prospective employer or the individual seeking employment. The listing of prospective employers and applicants for employment on the GFDA Job Board postings shall not be deemed to constitute any type of recommendation or endorsement by GFDA.
Help Wanted: Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer - Augusta, GA
Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 2524 Lumpkin Road is seeking a a full-time licensed Funeral Director.
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General Duties/Responsibilities: Compassionately facilitates funeral arrangement discussions with deceased next of kin and presides over visitation, funeral, and graveside services in accordance with family’s wishes; company expectations; and local, state, or federal laws. May perform Embalming responsibilities. As the licensed Funeral Director, responsible for the compliance with all mortuary, health, and vital statistics regulation compliance within the funeral establishment(s). Arrangements Conference -Receives or initiates call to deceased next of kin. Exhibiting concern and empathy, obtains or confirms deceased and family contact information, briefly discusses needs (including languages), schedules Arrangement appointment, and emails appointment confirmation. -May perform removals or transfers adhering to company standards and processes. Cares for deceased in a respectful manner. Updates removal status in proprietary software. -Greets next of kin and escorts to meeting space. Initiates and facilitates Arrangements Conference while assessing needs and summarizing desired outcomes. Discusses available life insurance and available benefits, such as Veteran. Promotes funeral, cemetery, and crematory services and merchandise such as catering, flowers, music, and Ever Lasting Memory products. -Transitions Arrangement Conference to Funeral Services Counselor/Advisor to present cemetery property and merchandise options, pricing, and contract completion. In absence of an FSA/FSC, may perform FSA/FSC responsibilities. -Responsible for reviewing and authorizing merchandise and service contract revisions. Directing Services -Confirms authorization to proceed with service Arrangements. Presides as Master of Ceremonies (MC) for visitation, funeral, or graveside services in a professional, organized, and caring manner consistent with Company standards. Shall be present for graveside services included in the purchase agreement. Shall be present when the casket containing a human body is placed in a grave, crypt, or burial vault and verifies that any personal belongings are removed from the deceased prior to burial per the Arrangements. -Visually inspects deceased, adjusts casket dressing, deceased attire or makeup, or communicates concerns to preparation staff. Visually inspects Services Arrangements (visitation, funeral, or graveside) against contractual arrangements and the next of kin expectations; initiates corrective action as appropriate; may provide instruction or guidance to services team members. -Interacts with the family to fulfill the death care requests. While interacting with family and guests, obtains leads for pre-need services. Event Planning -Perform a variety of event planning responsibilities including but not limited to resource planning and ordering of music, flowers, or catering to fulfill Arrangement requests. Produces MeM products that may include scanning photos, ordering of memorabilia or stationary, creating electronic presentations, writing obituaries, and creating on-line memorials. Prior to event, prepares event room including but not limited to set-up chairs, tables, flowers, guest books, and appropriate décor. Post event cleans chairs, tables, floors, proper storage of items, identifies property in need of repair, and courier/deliver family memorabilia to home. -May perform a variety of attendant duties including but not limited to parking lot attendant, driver, usher, pallbearer, or courier. -May attends community or charity events to represent and promote the location or market. Embalming -Cares for deceased in a respectful manner. Following company processes and procedures, verifies identification, reviews embalming authorization. --Following company processes and adhering to hazardous waste procedures cleans and embalms body; uses scalpels, pumps, tubes, and equipment to replace bodily fluids/waste with embalming fluids; performs restorations, styling hair, applying cosmetics, dressing body, and other preparation required for human remains. -Verifies appropriate casket and lining according to contract. Dresses casket and lays deceased. Updates status in propriety software. -Maintains preparation room, cleans soiled equipment, properly disposes of hazardous waste, and promotes a safe work environment. -Inventories and reorders supplies. General -Works under general guidance. New associates are learning to apply licensure to business environment complying with regulations, policies, and procedures; work may be peer reviewed for accuracy, quality, and education; collaborates with peers or manager for assistance and guidance. Exhibits accountability for behaviors. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. -Takes the initiative to discuss assignments, expectations, priorities and deadlines as well as seek guidance and coaching from manager. Notifies manager when workload is light and volunteers for additional work. Adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
Qualifications: Education & Licenses -Graduated from an accredited school or college of mortuary science Certification/License -Current Funeral Director and Embalmer dual license within the practicing state -Valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required to operate company owned vehicles Experience -Industry experience is preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities -Cognitive Ability including reason, plan, identify problems, learn quickly, learn from experience, and appropriately apply learning to new situations. Process and results oriented, motivated to keep projects moving ahead by removing obstacles and exploring alternatives -Must have a positive attitude, a drive to continually advance your understanding of the industry and business, and is highly self-motivated -Ability to build professional and trusting business relations -Professional written and verbal communication skills -Public speaking skills with the ability to influence and gain consensus -Proficient using databases in automated processes -Proficient MS Office skills Work Environment -Work is both indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather -Professional business attire required when in contact with families Work Postures -Frequent, continuous periods of time sitting or standing, up 6 hours per day -Frequent climbing stairs to access buildings frequently Physical Demands -Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage -Ability to push and pull up to 150 pounds on flat and inclined flooring or ramps Work Hours -Flexibility of availability may be necessary as services may occur outside of normal business hours and working nights and weekends is frequently necessary.
How to Apply: Send your resume to Tabitha Grimes at Tabitha.Grimes@dignitymemorial.com
Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 2524 Lumpkin Road, Augusta, GA, 30906
Help Wanted: Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer - Braselton, GA
Memorial Park Funeral Home East, Braselton Chapel is seeking a full-time licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer/Manager.
General Duties/Responsibilities:
- Funeral Directing Embalming
- Knowledge of, and compliance with, all Federal, State, and local laws pertaining to providing funeral services, including FTC and OSHA
- Hold a Georgia Funeral Director and Embalmer License
- Advise and assist families in funeral planning and direct and carry out all funeral plans
- Embalm, dress and casket deceased
- Always treat and care for descendent in a respectful and professional way
- Comply with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines
- Discuss and explain the ( FTC) Federal Trade Commission, Funeral Rule and be comfortable in explaining it with families and knowing when to present families with it in a timely manner
- Wear all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required to perform duties that require such
- Dress and maintain personal and professional appearance with the standards set forth by our company Policy
Qualifications:
- Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer in Georgia
- Experience in small to medium market preferred
- Community Oriented Outgoing individual with a desire to continue growth of our firm
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Paid Vacation
- 401K
- Health Insurance
- Additional Benefits
How to Apply: Send your resume to Sparks Bowers at Mparksouth@gmail.com
Memorial Park Funeral Home East, Braselton Chapel, 5257 Green Street Hwy. 53, Braselton, GA, 30517
Help Wanted: Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer - Canton, GA
Canton Funeral Home and Cemetery at Macedonia Memorial Park is seeking a Funeral Director in Full and Continuous Charge (FDFCC).
General Duties/Responsibilities, including, but not limited to:
- Arrangement Conferences
- Funeral Directing
- Embalming
- Nightly On-Call Rotation
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Requirements:
- Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer in Georgia
- Experience in medium to large market preferred
- Community Oriented Outgoing individual with a desire to continue growth of our firm
Compensation and Benefits:
- Highly Competitive Salary
- Paid Vacation
- Additional Incentives
How to Apply: Send your resume to Bart Williams at bart.cantonfuneral@gmail.com
Canton Funeral Home and Cemetery at Macedonia Memorial Park, 10655 E Cherokee Drive, Canton, GA, 30115
Help Wanted: Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer - LaGrange, GA
Higgins Funeral Home at Hunter Allen Myhand is seeking a full-time Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer for 320 calls a year family-owned and operated West Georgia firm. Up to 60,000 as reflective of experience.
General Duties/Responsibilities:
- Funeral Directing
- Embalming
- Knowledge of, and compliance with, all Federal, State, and local laws pertaining to providing funeral services, including FTC and OSHA
- Licensed in the State of Georgia as a Funeral Director and Embalmer or licensed in another state with the ability to reciprocate a Georgia license within reasonable period of time.
- Compassionate heart for serving the needs of families.
- Well versed on embalming and obtaining successful results.
- Experience in conducting arrangement conferences with families.
- Some knowledge of funeral home computer programs and/or willingness to learn.
- General knowledge of Georgia laws in relation to pre-need funding. Able to manage part-time staff. Able to relocate to West Georgia area at the expense of the funeral home. Physically able to perform job duties as required. Lifting, push and pull, standing for longer periods of time, all a requirement. Dress and maintain personal appearance.
- Up to 60,000 as reflective of experience
- Medical Insurance for employee and possible options for family members
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term disability benefits
- Paid vacations. Weeks dependent on experience.
- Approximate 40 hours a week with alternating weekends. Days off during the week when weekend is scheduled
- Very small amount of night work will be required. Only as needed.
Higgins Funeral Home at Hunter Allen Myhand, 506 Hill Street, LaGrange, GA 30241
Help Wanted: Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer - Marietta, GA
SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society is seeking a full-time Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer.
General Duties/Responsibilities:
- Funeral Arrangements
- Online Arrangements
- Dressing, casketing and cosmetizing
- Funeral Director in Full and Continuous Charge
- Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer in Georgia
- Robust proficiency in computer skills
- Exceptional work ethic
- Ability to thrive in our dynamic and fast-paced work environment
- Hourly rate + Commission-based incentives
- 4-day work week
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement
- Additional compensation for after hour services
SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society, 595 Franklin Gateway SE, Marietta, GA, 30067
Help Wanted: Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer - Marietta, GA
Southern Cremations & Funerals is seeking a full-time Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer.
General Duties/Responsibilities:
- Responsibilities
- Perform all licensed duties with making funeral arrangements, embalming, and conducting services as prescribed by Georgia Law.
- Supervise Apprentices under your license and/or assist supervision under another Funeral Director listed as preceptor.
- Manage Funeral Assistants, Administrative Assistants and Apprentices assigned to assist in arrangements.
- A desire and ability to discuss pre-arranged funerals with clients and inform them of memorial options at our facility.
- Perform all other job duties in the Funeral Home or Cemetery as needed for company needs.
- Active Georgia State Funeral Director & Embalmer licenses (or ability to reciprocate from another state), licensed for a minimum of 3 years.
- Able and willing to supervise and train apprentices
- Valid driver’s license and clear driving record.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
- Competitive salary
- Medical/Dental/Vision benefits
- Short-Term and Long-Term disability benefits
- Life insurance
- 401K
- Paid holidays and vacations
- Ongoing education
- Opportunity to grow your career in a friendly, professional, and supportive environment.
Southern Cremations & Funerals, 1861 Dallas Highway, Marietta, GA, 30064
Help Wanted: Funeral Director - Savannah, GA
Job Description: We are looking for a funeral director and embalmer to complete all day-to-day activities at the funeral home. Above all, we are searching for a motivated team player who wants to be part of a tight-knit group. The funeral director and embalmer will assist families with exemplary customer service skills and ensure all family needs are met.
Reports to: Funeral Home Manager
Compensation: From $55,000 per year base salary. Relocation to be discussed.
Competitive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, Paid time off
Key Responsibilities:
- Counsel with and coordinate arrangements with families and other third parties to carry out selected funeral, cremation and cemetery services with care and compassion.
- Develop and maintain the necessary knowledge to explain the benefits, present all options and assist with the selection of all products and services offered to families.
- Execute and finalize all financial arrangements for purchases of merchandise and services selected by families, including securing payment in accordance with company policy.
- Help to direct and coordinate funeral and interment services.
- Ensure that all required paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain necessary licensure and/or other certification to meet any local, state, or federal regulations.
- Maintain knowledge of applicable company policies and procedures, and ensure that they are carried out at all times.
- Assist with conducting, set up and preparation of visitations, funeral and memorial services, receptions.
- Assist in transferring of cremated remains and packaging and preparation of urns/keepsakes according to industry best practices.
- Perform embalming of decedent and cosmetology according to industry standards and practices, technical, safety and sanitary requirements.
- Participate in the general upkeep of the building, grounds and cars, including light housekeeping to keep the facilities and grounds in perfect order. This includes keeping work areas tidy, picking up litter on the grounds and general straightening up.
- May be required to perform Pre-arrangements to assist client families
- Take on additional or new responsibilities and tasks as assigned by the manager.
- Support and add to a great team, help families and develop a great culture!
Requirements:
- Drivers license with clean driving record
- Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in Georgia
- Adhering to the dress code of the funeral home (formal wear)
- Ability to lift 75+ pounds safely
- Ability to properly fill out paperwork as assigned by the funeral home for removal of the deceased
- Willingness and ability to work night shift and/or be on call
Job Type: Full-time
Ability to commute/relocate or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Funeral directing: 3 years (Preferred)
- License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Funeral Director License (Required)
- Work Location: In person
How to Apply: Interested parties may send their resume by email to hr@fidelitymemorial.com or contact Alison Schroeder by phone 912-268-1471.
Help Wanted: Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer - Stockbridge, GA
SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society is seeking a full-time Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer.
General Duties/Responsibilities:
- Funeral Arrangements Online
- Arrangements Dressing, casketing and cosmetizing
- Funeral Director in Full and Continuous Charge
- Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer in Georgia
- Robust proficiency in computer skills
- Exceptional work ethic
- Ability to thrive in our dynamic and fast-paced environment
- Commission-based incentives
- 4-day work week
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement
- Additional compensation for after hour services
SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society, 91 Andrew Drive, Suite 100, Stockbridge, GA, 30281
Help Wanted: Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer - Thomasville, GA
Allen & Allen Funeral Home is seeking a full-time licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer.
General Duties/Responsibilities:
- Arrangement Conferences with families
- Funeral Directing Embalming
- Nightly On-Call Rotation and every other weekend work schedule
- Other daily general duties and responsibilities
Education Experience/Required Skills:
- Georgia Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer or willing to obtain Georgia license. Active apprentice working towards licensing will be considered
- Community oriented with willingness to grow business
- Experience with cemetery and crematory a plus but not required with a willingness to learn
- Self starter who will see task completed promptly
Compensation and Benefits:
- Thomasville, Ga. has been named one of the best places to work and live by several national publications
- Active downtown with small town charm with growing industry
- Great school systems and low crime rate makes Thomasville a great place to raise a family
- Being a family owned business, we understand the importance of work/personal life balance and work a schedule to accommodate this balance
- Thomasville is surrounded by plantations and 30 minutes north of Tallahassee, Fl. and only 60 minutes to the Gulf of Mexico
- Compensation depending on experience
- Health insurance and retirement plan
- Paid vacation
- Other potential incentives
How to Apply: Send your resume too Jimmy Dukes at jimmy@allenfh.com
Allen & Allen Funeral Home, 110 W. Hansell Street, Thomasville, GA, 31792
APPLICANT LIST
As a service to our members, GFDA is proud to publish a list of professionals looking for a new career opportunity. If you would like your resume to be included, you may submit it in pdf format to staff@gfda.org and give us written permission to post your resume.
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