Funeral Director Jobs

Funeral directors guide families through the arrangements and decisions that follow a death, coordinating meaningful services while overseeing the practical details of funeral care. On Ladders, explore vetted professional opportunities for experienced funeral directors seeking senior-level roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Funeral Directors Do

Responsibilities may include meeting with families, planning funeral or memorial services, coordinating transportation and preparation, completing required documentation, and working with clergy, cemeteries, crematories, and other service providers. Directors may also manage staff, budgets, facilities, compliance, and day-to-day operations, depending on the role and organization.

Career Paths and Leadership Opportunities

Experienced funeral directors can pursue roles such as funeral home manager, location or regional leader, operations director, or executive within a funeral service organization. Opportunities vary by employer and may emphasize family care, business operations, team leadership, or oversight of multiple locations.

Qualifications and Skills

Requirements vary by state and position. Many funeral director roles require a relevant education, completion of an apprenticeship or supervised experience, and state licensure. Employers commonly value strong communication, empathy, organization, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive situations professionally.

Find Funeral Director Jobs on Ladders

Browse funeral director and related leadership openings on Ladders. Review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, location, and qualifications to find opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$115K - $130K *

Manage our property accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and controls while leading a team. Collaborate closely with operations to enhance processes and maintain compliance acros...

Greensboro, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Engage with clients to foster relationships, manage expectations, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions. Oversee project execution, identify growth opportunities, and ensure client satisfacti...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $135K *

Join our team as a Senior Analyst to drive financial analytics for payer contracts. Shape the future of healthcare through advanced data modeling, insights, and cross-functional collaboration, ensurin...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$155K - $220K *

Champion a dynamic actuarial team to drive strategic pricing, reserving, and modeling initiatives. Leverage your expertise to influence business decisions and enhance organizational performance while...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead impactful sales initiatives in the hospital sector, fostering strategic relationships and achieving business objectives across multiple states. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure...

Cleveland, OHRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $95K *

Analyze complex data to support actuarial functions, enhance decision-making, and contribute to business growth. Collaborate with teams to improve analytical capabilities and engage in diverse project...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's advancing enterprise talent strategy through data-driven performance management, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness, partnering with leaders to build high-perform...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by driving project delivery and managing Agile teams. Utilize AI tools to enhance decision-making, anticipate risks, and ensure timely outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to ma...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader, driving sales and client success in litigation support services. Collaborate with teams to enhance client relationships and achieve revenue goals in a dyna...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional customer service by managing national accounts, driving sales growth, and fostering strong relationships. Collaborate with regional teams to enhance product visibility and ensure c...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by driving sales growth in genetic diagnostic testing. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to promote innovative solutions, manage key accounts, and achieve sales targets in...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering leadership across diverse portfolios. You'll drive operational excellence, foster high-performing teams, and enhance technical consistency while ensuring sust...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$252K - $305K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading the Circle National Trust's strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and driving performance across all business functions while collaborating with executi...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $148K *

Join a dynamic team focused on customer success and growth. Leverage your B2B sales expertise to drive product adoption and retention, while managing relationships and executing strategic sales initia...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving financial strategy and operations, leading forecasting, reporting, and analysis to support a fast-growing organization with impactful decision-making and collaboration acros...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and driving process improvements in a dynamic e-commerce environment. Collaborate across teams to e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to expanding our Environmental Impairment Liability book. Leverage your underwriting expertise to drive growth, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across departments to...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $210K *

Elevate our sales strategy by leading a dynamic team of account managers and specialists. Drive growth in the oncology market through effective coaching, relationship building, and strategic planning...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions in healthcare, tackling ambiguous challenges directly. Collaborate with top experts, shipping impactful products at speed while taking full ownership of your work and d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower operational excellence by supporting C-suite executives with complex scheduling, stakeholder coordination, and proactive management of priorities in a fast-paced environment. Bring your expert...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $218K *

Lead the charge in planning and estimating major construction programs, ensuring cost efficiency and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver successful projects on time a...

Dearborn, MIRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $111K *

Accelerate growth by sourcing and closing new partnerships with accounting firms and service providers. Drive revenue through strategic relationship building and compelling agreements, ensuring seamle...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by driving business growth through client engagement, opportunity identification, and strategic account management. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutions and enha...

Spring, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Grow your career with a remote role assisting clients in navigating retirement solutions. Leverage your financial expertise to build relationships and provide guidance, all while enjoying a supportive...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower growth by building relationships with physicians and identifying new opportunities. Collaborate with leadership to enhance market share and drive initiatives that increase procedure volume in...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a funeral director do?question toggle

    A funeral director coordinates funeral and memorial arrangements, supports families, manages service logistics and documentation, and may oversee staff and funeral home operations.

  • What qualifications are required to become a funeral director?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the state and employer, but commonly include relevant education, supervised training or an apprenticeship, and state licensure. Check the licensing board where you plan to work.

  • What career paths are available for experienced funeral directors?question toggle

    Experienced professionals may move into funeral home management, regional operations, multi-location leadership, or executive roles in funeral service organizations.

  • Do funeral director jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some senior, management, and executive funeral service roles may offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Pay depends on factors such as location, experience, responsibilities, and employer; review each job listing for compensation details.

  • What skills are important for funeral directors?question toggle

    Empathy, clear communication, organization, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to coordinate complex arrangements are important. Leadership and business operations skills can also be valuable in management roles.