Settle-Wilder Funeral Home and Cremation Service

                                                                                        New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Funeral Director Position Opening

Position Description

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Funeral Director/Embalmer to join our team. As a Funeral Director, you will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of a funeral service are organized and executed to provide a meaningful and dignified experience for the bereaved.

Responsibilities

• Meeting with families to discuss their wishes and create a personalized funeral service plan.
• Coordinating with the cemetery and crematory personnel to schedule burials or cremations.
• Overseeing the preparation and transportation of human remains.
• Arranging for embalming or cremation as requested by the family.
• Assisting with the selection of flowers, music, and other service details.
• Managing funeral home operations, including staffing and facility maintenance.
• Providing grief support and bereavement counseling to families.
• Maintaining accurate records, including financial transactions and state-required documentation.
• Ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulations, as well as industry standards.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science required
• Valid State of Florida funeral director/embalmer license required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Funeral Director
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide compassionate support to grieving families
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Comfort working with deceased human remains
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and funeral home management software
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license and have a clean driving record

Contact

Please submit resume to Stephen Dambaugh, Funeral Director/General Manager at: stephen.dambaugh@settlewilderfuneralhome.com, 386.428.5757