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Silha Funeral Home

Funeral Director and Embalmer

Fargo, ND · On-site

$35K - $65K/yr

We accept applications for paid full-time interns with current mortuary school connection and currently licensed or licensable funeral directors and embalmers. Responsibilities * Plan and coordinate ...

Northstar Memorial Group

Funeral Director

Houston, TX · On-site

At NorthStar Memorial Group, our Funeral Directors are part of a compassionate professional community united by a common purpose: to serve families with excellence, dignity, and respect. We encourage ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Funeral Director

Houston, TX · On-site

At NorthStar Memorial Group, our Funeral Directors are part of a compassionate professional community united by a common purpose: to serve families with excellence, dignity, and respect. We encourage ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Funeral Director

Houston, TX · On-site

At NorthStar Memorial Group, our Funeral Directors are part of a compassionate professional community united by a common purpose: to serve families with excellence, dignity, and respect. We encourage ...

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How much do funeral directors jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for funeral directors in the United States is $65,886.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $76,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Funeral Directors vs Embalmers?

AspectFuneral DirectorsEmbalmers
CredentialsFuneral service license, state-specific requirementsEmbalming certification, state license
Work EnvironmentFuneral homes, cemeteries, client interactionsFuneral homes, laboratories, preparation rooms
Job RoleArranging funerals, guiding families, managing servicesPreserving bodies through embalming, restorative work

Funeral Directors and Embalmers often work together in funeral homes, but their roles differ. Funeral Directors focus on coordinating services and assisting families, while Embalmers specialize in body preservation. Both require specific licenses and are essential to the funeral industry.

Is being a funeral director a good career?

Funeral directors manage funeral arrangements, coordinate services, and provide support to grieving families. The role requires strong communication skills, emotional resilience, and often a state license or certification. It can be a rewarding career for those interested in helping others during difficult times, with job stability and opportunities for advancement in the funeral service industry.

Is it hard to get a job as a funeral director?

Becoming a funeral director typically requires completing a state-approved apprenticeship or education program and obtaining licensure, which can involve passing exams and gaining experience. Job availability depends on factors such as location, industry demand, and individual qualifications, but entry can be competitive due to the specialized nature of the work. Strong interpersonal skills and certification can improve employment prospects.

What qualifications are needed to work as a funeral director?

Funeral directors typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by completion of an accredited funeral service education program. They must also obtain state licensure or certification, which often requires passing a licensing exam and completing a certain number of internship or apprenticeship hours. Strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of embalming, casketing, and funeral planning are also important.

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Infographic showing various Funeral Directors job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,886 per year, or $31.7 per hour.

Sales Professional (Funeral) - Bilingual Preferred - HARLINGEN and BROWNSVILLE TX

San Benito, TX • On-site

Directors Investment Group
Business Management Consulting • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Directors Investment Groupexternal

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Do you want to do work that matters? Do you love getting to work with people, hear their stories, and help them make decisions that will benefit their families for years to come? If you are looking for more work-life balance and are interested in starting a new, fulfilling career as a prepaid funeral sales professional, this is the opportunity you have been looking for. As a FUNERAL PREPLANNING SPECIALIST, you will meet with families in the HARLINGEN and BROWNSVILLE, TXareas every day who are interested in planning ahead for funeral wishes, and you will walk them through the process of planning ahead step by step.
ABOUT THE ROLE
With Funeral Directors Life, you will be positioned for a successful career in prepaid funeral sales:
• Leads are provided from a variety of sources
• Your earning potential is up to you! This position offers a base salary, uncapped commissions, and generous volume bonuses
• You will receive industry-leading training and ongoing development from your supportive sales management team
• Have the opportunity to qualify for fun, amazing, all-expenses paid annual incentive trips
• Participate in sales contests for the opportunity to earn cash prizes
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
To be successful in this role, you will need certain skills and requirements, which include, but are not limited to:
• TEXAS Life Insurance License HIGHLY PREFERRED
• FUNERAL industry experience HIGHLY PREFERRED
• BILINGUAL (English-Spanish) candidate PREFERRED
• Highly ethical approach to sales
• Proven track record of sales success
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Excellent problem identification and resolution skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office
• Comfortable working with user-friendly sales software and CRM software
• Able to collaborate with others and work as part of a team
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Creative and innovative - someone who will take initiative and ownership in their role
• Valid driver's license
To learn more about a career with purpose with Funeral Directors Life, please apply today for immediate consideration.
**This position is to be employed by our partner funeral homes in HARLINGEN and BROWNSVILLE, TX**
About Funeral Directors Life
Funeral Directors Life, a subsidiary of Directors Investment Group (DIG), offers an award-winning workplace that is truly one-of-a-kind.
Funeral Directors Life is a full-service preneed insurance company. We help funeral directors grow their businesses and serve more families every year. With Funeral Directors Life's preneed programs, at-need solutions, and marketing services, funeral owners and directors can start saving time, growing their businesses and increasing profitability in a rapidly changing marketplace.
DIG has been recognized with numerous workplace awards, including the prestigious FORTUNE magazine "Best Small & Medium Workplaces" List, the "Best Workplaces in Finance & Insurance" List, the "Best Workplaces for Millennials" List, and the "Best Workplaces in Texas" List. The company is also a winner of the top 100 "Best Companies to Work for in Texas," published by Texas Monthly.
Based in Abilene, TX, DIG offers a unique corporate culture and benefits that our employees love! Founded on Christian principles of leadership through service, integrity, honesty, and respect, the company is dedicated to serving the funeral profession and helping funeral homes enhance their service to families in a rapidly changing marketplace. In fact, our mission is "to be known as the best, most-respected provider of service to the funeral industry."
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