Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Directors

Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Directors

Perform various tasks to arrange and direct funeral services, such as coordinating transportation of body to mortuary, interviewing family or other authorized person to arrange details, selecting pallbearers, aiding with the selection of officials for religious rites, and providing transportation for mourners.

Key Competencies * Attention to Detail * Concern for Others * Integrity * Self Control * Dependability * Adaptability/Flexibility * Cooperation * Stress Tolerance * Leadership * Social Orientation

Representative Tasks * Obtain information needed to complete legal documents, such as death certificates or burial permits. * Consult with families or friends of the deceased to arrange funeral details, such as obituary notice wording, casket selection, or plans for services. * Provide information on funeral service options, products, or merchandise, and maintain a casket display area.

Industry

Other Services (Except Public Administration),

Job Family Personal Care and Service

Sample Job Titles Certified Mortician, Funeral Arrangement Director, Funeral Arranger, Funeral Counselor, Funeral Director, Funeral Home Manager, Funeral Location Manager, Funeral Planner, Funeral Planning Counselor, Funeral Pre-arrangement Counselor, Funeral Pre-arrangement Specialist, Funeral Pre-Need Consultant, Funeral Prearrangement Counselor, Hospital Mortician, Licensed Funeral Director, Licensed Mortician, Mortician, Undertaker.