General Manager / Funeral Director

Michaelson Funeral Home is a family owned funeral home in southern Minnesota serving the Owatonna, Kenyon and West Concord areas. We are known for giving back to our communities and we are the market leader in our service area. We pride ourselves in the care we offer the families that choose us in their time of need. We are looking for people that have great communication skills, attention to detail and can work collaboratively within a team. The core values that guide our team are customer first, honesty and integrity, continuous improvement and growth, and doing the right thing.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and professional Funeral Director to join our team and manage our three locations. As the General Manager, you will be responsible for providing support and guidance to grieving families alongside your team of Funeral Directors as well as manage the day to day operations of the business. You will oversee all aspects of funeral arrangements and ensure that services are conducted with dignity and respect.

Duties:
- Lead, manage and hold accountable the team of licensed and unlicensed personnel.

- Manage the daily workflow and staffing needs.
- Oversee all facility and auto maintenance to ensure the team is maintaining clean, beautiful facilities and motor fleet.
- Provide oversight to flow of information from Funeral Directors to accounting team.
- Share the daily workload with the team of Funeral Directors.

- Assist families in making decisions regarding burial or cremation- Meet with families to discuss funeral arrangements, including the selection of caskets, urns, and other funeral merchandise
- Coordinate with clergy, cemetery personnel, and other service providers to arrange for funeral services
- Prepare and file all necessary legal documents, such as death certificates and burial permits
- Assist families in making decisions regarding burial or cremation
- Coordinate visitations, wakes, and memorial services
- Complete embalming and preparation of the deceased for viewing
- Ensure that all funeral services comply with state and federal regulations

Skills:
- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and leadership skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Compassionate and empathetic nature
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and tact
- Knowledge of funeral service practices and customs
- Familiarity with legal requirements related to funeral services
- Proficient in computer software for managing funeral arrangements

If you are a dedicated professional who is passionate about helping others during their time of need, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your experience in the funeral service industry.

Owatonna is a great place to live and raise a family. We are centrally located just 40 minutes away from the twin cities metro area, Rochester and Mankato which allows us easy access to everything from entertainment to education to dining, healthcare, etc. while living in a mid-sized community where people get to know each other and have fun together. We also have brand new schools (thanks to sizeable donations by local companies) and excellent education and sports opportunities for our children. The backbone of Owatonna is a very strong and diverse business community with several national and international companies headquartered here.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person