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Cemetery Director Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Grounds Superintendent

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Historic Oakwood Cemetery seeks a well-rounded and dynamic Superintendent of the Grounds to oversee ... Work hours are 7-4 M-Th, 7-3 on Fridays. Director and superintendent alternate Saturdays if ...

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Grounds Superintendent

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Historic Oakwood Cemetery seeks a well-rounded and dynamic Superintendent of the Grounds to oversee ... Work hours are 7-4 M-Th, 7-3 on Fridays. Director and superintendent alternate Saturdays if ...

Administrative Assistant

Durham, NC

$16.25 - $22/hr

Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. Benefits * Financial assistant ... Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Physical ...

Administrative Assistant

Durham, NC · On-site

$16.25 - $22/hr

Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. Benefits * Financial assistant ... Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Physical ...

Administrative Assistant

Durham, NC

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. Benefits * Financial assistant ... Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Physical ...

Direct all activities relating to funeral services- preparation of funeral home facilities ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

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Funeral Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Direct all activities relating to funeral services- preparation of funeral home facilities ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

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Under the supervision of a licensed Funeral Director, you will be able to learn the industry and ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

Funeral Attendant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Under the supervision of a licensed Funeral Director, you will be able to learn the industry and ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

Funeral Attendant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Under the supervision of a licensed Funeral Director, you will be able to learn the industry and ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

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How much do cemetery director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for cemetery director in Raleigh, NC is $85,112.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $107,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by a cemetery director, and how does the role address them?

Cemetery Directors often face challenges such as managing sensitive interactions with grieving families, coordinating maintenance across large properties, and ensuring compliance with legal and environmental regulations. The role requires balancing administrative duties with supervisory responsibilities, including staff scheduling and handling of burial arrangements. Effective Cemetery Directors address these challenges by fostering a respectful, supportive environment for both families and staff, maintaining organized records, and staying up-to-date with relevant laws and best practices. Teamwork and clear communication with groundskeepers, funeral directors, and local authorities are essential to ensure smooth, respectful operations.

What does a cemetery director do?

A Cemetery Director oversees the operations of a cemetery, ensuring its maintenance, financial management, and compliance with legal regulations. They manage staff, coordinate burials, and assist families with arrangements. Additionally, they may oversee budgeting, marketing, and long-term planning to maintain the cemetery’s sustainability and appearance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cemetery director?

To thrive as a Cemetery Director, you typically need experience in cemetery operations, facilities management, budgeting, and a background in either business administration or mortuary science. Familiarity with cemetery management software, record-keeping systems, and applicable state or local regulations is important, and certifications like Certified Cemetery Executive (CCE) can be helpful. Compassion, attention to detail, leadership, and strong communication skills help you support grieving families and lead staff effectively. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure respectful operations, regulatory compliance, and excellent service to the community.

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Funeral Director/Embalmer

Service Corporation International

Raleigh, NC

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 27 days ago


Service Corporation International rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 94 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 9 rated funeral services


Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Provides customer service in all areas of helping client families following the loss of a loved one. Provides exemplary personalized and professional service. Learns how a Funeral Director implements choices made by the families/legal representative regarding the funeral, final disposition of the body and memorialization of the individual. Interacts with the family to fulfill death care needs. Ensures customer needs are addressed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Learns to arrange and conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized and caring manner consistent with company policies and procedures
  • Learns to negotiate and create acceptable funeral contracts
  • Handles contracts, legal documents, and collection of monies or insurance in accordance with company policies.
  • Ensures client families are informed of special recognition/services available for veterans and ensures the delivery of selected recognition/services.
  • Confirms authorization to proceed with the service arrangements
  • Verifies identification of the deceased and authorization for embalming
  • Learns how to arrange for the interment or cremation of human remains
  • Adheres to all company and regulatory requirements
  • Cares for the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which may include:
    • Removals and transfers
    • Lifting of deceased human remains
    • Dressing and casketing
    • Coordinating and assisting with funeral service and visitation
    • Delivery of flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families
    • Setting of chairs and the removal, proper care and storage of these items
    • Removals and transfers
  • Assists with funeral services by:
    • Coordinating the parking of cars
    • Ushering
    • Driving funeral vehicles
    • Assisting at chapel and church services
    • Assisting at the cemetery
    • Delivering flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families
    • Setting up chairs and the removing, properly caring for and storing of these items
    • Participating at special functions
  • Provides aftercare in absence of Family Service Counselor. Aftercare includes delivery of:
    • Documentation
    • Stationery
    • Information on insurance, health benefits and pension,
    • Pre-arrangements for next of kin
  • Ensures potential pre-need referrals are shared with Family Service Counselors
  • Completes and accurately prepares of all documents related to services, cremations, maintenance, and any other type of data entry
  • Assists with general office duties such as preparing reports as needed
  • Assists with the maintenance of vehicles, the facility and property
  • Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies as well as place into inventory
  • Ensures refreshments are available (where allowed by law)
  • Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM Requirements

Education

  • High School diploma or general equivalency degree (or diploma)
  • Completion of or currently enrolled in a degree training program at an accredited mortuary college or technical school specializing in funeral service or mortuary science.

Experience

  • Typically requires a minimum of 6 months experience in a funeral home, crematory or cemetery

Certification/Licenses

  • Must meet all licensing requirement in applicable state/province as required by law as prescribed by each state board
  • Valid driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office products required
  • High level of compassion and integrity
  • Good communication skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to multi task and set priorities

Work CONDITIONS

Work Environment
  • Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions
  • Limited amount of local and/or multiple location traveling required
  • Professional Dress is required when in contact with families. 
Work Postures
  • Frequent, continuous periods of time standing, up 6 hours per day
  • Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day
  • Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently
Physical Demands
  • Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
Work Hours
  • Working beyond “standard” hours as the need arises
  • Travel up to 25%
Postal Code: 27605Category (Portal Searching): OperationsJob Location: US-NC - Raleigh

Company Description

We are proud to be North America's leading provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services.

Our nearly 25,000 associates are driven by our guiding purpose to compassionately support families during their most difficult times, celebrate the significance of life and preserve memories that transcend generations.

We’ve created a culture of Service Excellence to our families and to each other. It’s the reason more than 600,000 families turn to us each year to care for their loved ones.


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