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Vertin

Sourcing & Emerging Talent Specialist

Edina, MN · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Vertin is growing, and we're looking for someone who thrives on the hunt: building relationships with talent before a role ever opens, showing up on campuses and at mortuary science programs as the ...

Vertin

Sourcing & Emerging Talent Specialist

Edina, MN

$65K - $75K/yr

Vertin is growing, and we're looking for someone who thrives on the hunt: building relationships with talent before a role ever opens, showing up on campuses and at mortuary science programs as the ...

City of New York

City Mortuary Technician

Manhattan, NY

$3.2K - $4.3K/mo

***This is a temporary 18-month position*** The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of ... Dedicated to the mission at all times - Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community ...

City of New York

City Mortuary Technician

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Company Description ***This is a temporary 18-month position*** The Office of Chief Medical ... Dedicated to the mission at all times -Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community ...

City of New York

City Mortuary Technician

Manhattan, NY

$3.2K - $4.3K/mo

***This is a temporary 18-month position*** The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of ... Dedicated to the mission at all times - Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community ...

City of New York

City Mortuary Technician

Manhattan, NY

$3.2K - $4.3K/mo

***This is a temporary 18-month position*** The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of ... Dedicated to the mission at all times - Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community ...

City of New York

City Mortuary Technician

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Company Description ***This is a temporary 18-month position*** The Office of Chief Medical ... Dedicated to the mission at all times -Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community ...

City of New York

City Mortuary Technician

Manhattan, NY

$3.2K - $4.3K/mo

***This is a temporary 18-month position*** The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of ... Dedicated to the mission at all times - Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community ...

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How much do a job at mortuary jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for a job at mortuary in the United States is $57,321.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,500.00 and $64,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between A Job At Mortuary vs Funeral Director?

AspectA Job At MortuaryFuneral Director
Required CredentialsMortuary science degree, state licensingMortuary science degree, state licensing
Work EnvironmentFuneral homes, mortuaries, preparation roomsFuneral homes, client meetings, ceremonies
Employer & Industry UsageMortuaries, funeral service providersFuneral homes, funeral service providers
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both roles require mortuary science education and licensing, and they often work within the same environments such as funeral homes. A Job At Mortuary typically involves the preparation and handling of deceased bodies, while a Funeral Director focuses on coordinating funeral services and assisting families. The main difference lies in their responsibilities: mortuary staff handle body preparation, whereas funeral directors manage client interactions and service arrangements.

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Infographic showing various A Job At Mortuary job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,321 per year, or $27.6 per hour.

Mortuary Leadperson

Forest Lawn Memorial-Park Association

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$40 - $55/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Description
Forest Lawn is in search of a compassionate, dedicated leader to support the Mortuary department at Hollywood Hills. This position provides assistance to the Mortuary Supervisor with administrative duties, training, and coordinating all activities within the Mortuary Department. In addition to the care and preparation of human remains for visitation, services, cremation and/or interment in conformity with legal requirements and Forest Lawn standards.
What You'll Be Doing
  • Prepares, disinfects, and temporarily preserves human remains for visitation, services, cremation and/or interment.

  • Reviews workflow to ensure that all decedents are prepared in advance of specified visitation service times.

  • Prepares daily schedule in the supervisor's absence.

  • Evaluates housekeeping in the facility and meets with housekeeping staff to review facility care.

  • Assumes responsibility for professionally and respectfully instructing and assisting employees as needed.

  • Oversees the entire mortuary department in the absence of the supervisor and provides updates to the Park Vice President.

  • Fosters good working relationships and teamwork with all support groups and supervisors.

  • As assigned, expedites all first calls and follows-up on any issue as necessary.

  • Assures the preparation room and work areas are in a sanitary condition at all times to ensure compliance with health regulations. Ensure all is ready in cases of a state inspection.

  • Assists with the Work Study and Apprentice Embalmer training programs. Observes and evaluates the development of employees to ensure proper guidance.

  • Instructs and oversee work of Apprentice Embalmer on cases and paperwork.

  • Assists supervisor with mortuary safety meetings.

  • Assists supervisor with inventory control of caskets and other assigned items.

  • Performs case analysis for all incoming human remains, enters, and updates Forest Lawn's systems to ensure accurate information is available for inquiry.

  • Assures the care and preparation of human remains meets California Law and is consistent with Forest Lawn's standards.

  • Operates various machinery in conjunction with assigned responsibilities.

  • Assists with the disinterment of human remains.

Requirements
  • Associate's degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school within Mortuary Science or Embalming.
  • Completed apprenticeship and licensed to perform duties as a Licensed Embalmer defined by the state of California.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience as a Licensed Embalmer in good standing.

Competitive Benefits
Forest Lawn takes pride in offering an excellent benefits package to our employees, which taken as a whole, leads our industry and is competitive with the benefits in just about any other industry.
Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.
Drug Testing Policy
Prior to beginning employment, all job applicants who receive a job offer will be required to voluntarily submit to a drug screening test conducted by a laboratory designated by Forest Lawn. The drug screening method is a hair collection test that will detect the use of illegal drugs within the past 90 days. A positive drug test may result in the withdrawal of the job offer.
E-Verify Statement
Forest Lawn has registered to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program. With E-Verify we are able to confirm the employment authorization of all newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with a new hire's completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification upon commencement of employment. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.
For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview.
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
Forest Lawn will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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