Funeral Director license in North Carolina mandatory
Minimum of 2 years sales experience, preferably in outside sales
Must possess or obtain an insurance license as per state regulations
Valid driver’s license with good standing record
Fluency in English preferred; proficiency in additional languages is a plus
Responsibilities
Meet with families to discuss pre-need funeral and cremation options
Generate new business through leads, referrals, and community engagement
Work independently in the field with minimal oversight
Build and maintain trusting relationships with families
Represent the company professionally, compassionately, and with integrity
Develop community connections through networking and outreach events
Collaborate with internal teams for a seamless customer experience
Benefits
Commission-driven structure with targeted first-year earnings of $85,000 to $125,000
Independent work environment allowing autonomy
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on families' lives
Full-time position with some weekends required
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Pre-Arranged Funeral Counselor (Outside Sales)
Step into a role where your drive directly fuels your success. As a Pre-Arranged Funeral Counselor, you'll build powerful relationships, lead meaningful conversations, and help families make important decisions with confidence. This is more than a sales job; it's where purpose meets performance. If you're competitive, self-motivated, and ready to own your results, you'll thrive in a commission-driven environment with targeted first-year earnings of $85,000 to $125,000• with higher income potential for top performers. You'll have the freedom to work independently, build your own pipeline, and make a real impact in the lives of the families you serve.
Job Type: Full-Time (Monday - Friday with some weekends as needed)
Location: Heritage Funeral Homes in North Carolina
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must have a Funeral Director license in the state of North Carolina.
Minimum of 2 years of sales experience. Outside sales experience is strongly preferred.
Must be licensed or willing to quickly obtain an insurance license• as required by state regulations.
Valid good standing driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently strong preferred but not required
Proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Meet with families to present pre-need funeral and cremation options.
Generate new business through leads, referrals, and community outreach.
Work independently in the field with minimal supervision.
Build and maintain trusted, professional relationships with families.
Represent the company with professionalism, compassion, and integrity.
Develop community connections through networking, events, and outreach.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth customer experience.
Participate in training and ongoing development.
Track activity utilizing company CRM and report results to leadership.
Complete contracts, paperwork, and payments accurately and on time.
About Carriage Services
Carriage Services is a provider of funeral and cemetery services and merchandise in the United States. The company operates 186 funeral homes in 29 states and 32 cemeteries in 11 states. Carriage Services was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
