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.

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$69K - $116K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $116K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $116K *

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$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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$75K - $90K *

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$88K - $98K *

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

$88K - $98K *

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$115K - $120K *

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$85K - $100K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.