Funeral Home Managers plan, direct, or coordinate the services and resources of funeral homes. Their work Includes activities like determining prices for services or merchandise and managing funeral home facilities.
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- Funeral Home Managers
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What do they typically do
- Plan and allocate the resources of the funeral home
- Handling marketing and public relations
- Direct and supervise work of embalmers, funeral attendants, death certificate clerks, cosmetologists, or other staff
- Provide information on funeral service options
- Monitor funeral service operations to make sure that policies, regulations, and laws are followed
- Consult with families or friends of the deceased to arrange funeral details such as obituary notice wording, casket selection, or plans for services
- Respond to customer complaints, legal inquiries, payment negotiations, or other post-service matters
- Sell funeral services, products, or merchandise to clients
- Schedule funerals, burials, or cremations
- Offer counsel and comfort to families and friends of the deceased
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +0.8%
Job Openings 143
Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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