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Legacy Succession Partners
Managing Funeral Director
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What they do
A Funeral Director or Embalmer manages a funeral home business. Directs details of funerals and burials, provides services according to the cultural or religious preferences of families and files paperwork for death certificates. May perform or supervise embalming services to prepare bodies for burial.
$74,960 / year median in Minnesota
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Managing Funeral Director Wevley Funeral Home — Park Rapids/Sebeka, MN Funeral services with compassion and care Our Offer $10,000 Sign-On Bonus — paid to qualified candidates $75,000 - $90,000 Yearly Salary plus bonus Relocation Package Company Vehicle for work-related use Performance-Based Bonuses Monthly Medical Insurance Reimbursement 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off & Annual Continuing Education Reimbursement Balanced on-call Schedule About Us Wevley Funeral Homes (formerly Wevley Funeral Home and Jones-Pearson Funeral Home) has served Sebeka, Park Rapids, MN and the surrounding Hubbard County area for more than 40 years. We provide personalized funeral and cremation services tailored to each family's unique needs and wishes. We strive to create a warm, comforting atmosphere where families find solace, support, and peace. We're part of Legacy Succession Partners, a growing network of trusted funeral homes across Minnesota and Wisconsin, preserving the legacy of community-rooted funeral care. We're looking for someone to join our tight-knit, compassionate team — where every member is valued, supported, and given the resources to do meaningful work. Position Overview As Managing Funeral Director, you'll lead day-to-day operations at our Park Rapids location — overseeing staff, guiding families through funeral planning and bereavement support, and ensuring every service reflects the care our community has trusted for 40+ years. You'll have the full support, resources, and career growth to do it at your best. Key Responsibilities Coordinate funeral arrangements end-to-end: scheduling, transportation, service planning, and vendor/clergy logistics Walk grieving families through service options with compassion and patience Prepare the deceased through embalming, cosmetology, and body preparation per industry standards Maintain compliance with health, safety, and sanitation protocols, including handling of biological materials Handle heavy lifting of caskets and equipment safely and efficiently Document arrangements accurately and collaborate with the team to support families Lead, schedule, and mentor funeral home staff — fostering a culture of compassion, professionalism, and continuous improvement Oversee day-to-day operations of the location, including service quality, facility readiness, and vendor relationships Partner with ownership and the Regional Manager on business performance, community outreach, and growth initiatives Required Skills & Qualifications Active Minnesota Funeral Director license Expertise in embalming, cosmetology, body preparation, and working knowledge of anatomy and physiology Empathetic customer service skills with experience providing bereavement support Event planning skills to organize services that honor families' wishes and meet legal requirements Knowledge of sanitation protocols and ability to safely lift caskets and equipment Ability to clearly explain service options and guide families to decisions that fit their wishes and budget Leadership experience — managing or mentoring staff, with strong organizational and decision-making skills Compensation & Benefits Salary $75,000 - $90,000 per year Vehicle Company vehicle for work-related use Bonus Performance-based bonuses available Sign-On Bonus $10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates Relocation Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates