Funeral Director

Our client, a premier funeral home specializing in Jewish funeral services with a longstanding reputation for excellence in the Cleveland area, is seeking an experienced Funeral Director to join their leadership team. This established location is known for its exceptional service to families during their most difficult times and its deep roots within the Jewish community.

As part of North America's largest funeral, cemetery, and cremation services provider, this role offers the stability and resources of a well-established organization combined with the meaningful work of serving families with compassion, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity. The ideal candidate will bring both funeral directing expertise and operational leadership capabilities to maintain the high standards this location is known for.

This is a permanent, onsite position.

Key Responsibilities

Funeral Services & Family Care:

• Arrange and conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies in accordance with Jewish customs and traditions with professionalism and compassion
• Facilitate arrangement conferences with families, negotiate funeral contracts, and present available services, merchandise, and benefits including veterans' recognition
• Preside as Master of Ceremonies for visitations, funeral services, and graveside ceremonies
• Coordinate all aspects of services including removals, transfers, preparation, and logistics
• Handle pre-need arrangements and provide aftercare to families
• Ensure families receive exceptional, personalized service that exceeds expectations

Operational Management:

• Manage day-to-day operations including scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation to ensure seamless service delivery
• Ensure compliance with all professional, municipal, state, and federal licensing regulations
• Complete and accurately prepare all required documentation, contracts, legal documents, and reports
• Monitor facility, grounds, vehicles, and equipment maintenance ensuring professional appearance and proper working order
• Manage inventory of caskets, funeral supplies, and merchandise
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality

Financial & Business Management:

• Support business planning and achievement of financial goals
• Monitor operational expenses, approve expenditures, and control costs effectively
• Support initiatives to encourage profitable case volume growth

Leadership & Staff Coordination:

• Guide and direct funeral home staff to ensure cohesive, high-quality service delivery
• Communicate expectations clearly and maintain service excellence standards
• Foster a sense of ownership and pride among team members
• Provide oversight, coaching, and support for staff development

Community Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships within the Jewish community and local religious organizations
• Participate in community, civic, and religious organizations to strengthen the funeral home's presence
• Represent the funeral home with professionalism and cultural sensitivity

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure adherence to all licensing regulations, company policies, and industry best practices
• Promote and maintain a safe, healthy work environment

Required Qualifications

Licensing & Education:

• Active Funeral Director license in the state of Ohio (must meet all Ohio licensing requirements as prescribed by the state board)
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical diploma in Funeral Services or Mortuary Science strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science or related field as required by state law preferred
• Valid driver's license

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of funeral service industry experience with increasing responsibilities
• Minimum 2 years of experience guiding staff, communicating expectations, and coordinating team operations
• Demonstrated progression of responsibilities throughout career
• Proven track record of providing exceptional service to families
• Experience managing daily operations in a funeral home environment
• Budgeting and expense control experience
• Experience with financial management and P&L responsibility

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Jewish funeral customs and traditions highly preferred - deep familiarity with Jewish funeral rites, burial practices, religious requirements, and cultural sensitivities
• Licensed Embalmer certification (dual Funeral Director/Embalmer license)
• Prior experience managing people and leading a funeral home team
• Knowledge of HMIS, InfoPort, and CarePoint systems
• Experience working in premier or high-volume funeral locations
• Track record of community engagement and business development

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong work ethic and unwavering commitment to service excellence
• High level of compassion, integrity, and professionalism
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including public speaking abilities
• Ability to work with diverse families during emotionally sensitive times
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment under pressure
• Knowledge of religious and fraternal organization customs, particularly Jewish traditions
• Proficiency with computers and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Availability:

• Ability to work evenings and weekends as services require
• Willingness to work beyond standard business hours based on operational needs
• Commitment to being available when families need support

• Competitive base salary: $75,000 - $100,000 (Compensation commensurate with experience, qualifications, and licensure)

• Performance-based bonus potential

• Commission earnings on product sales and service arrangements
• Comprehensive benefits package- Health, vision, dental
• 401(k) retirement plan

Relocation Assistance:

• Relocation assistance available

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