Managing Funeral Director

About Us

Jones-Pearson Funeral Home has served Park Rapids, MN and the surrounding Hubbard County area for more than 40 years, alongside our sister location Cardini-Pearson Funeral Home. 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.

Our Offer

• $65,000 - $90,000/yr Compensation
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus — paid to qualified candidates
• Company-Provided Housing or 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

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, helping them make decisions that honor their loved one
• 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

$65,000 – $90,000 per year

Housing

Company-provided housing or relocation assistance

Vehicle

Company vehicle for work-related use

Bonus

Performance-based bonuses available

Sign-On Bonus

$5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates

Relocation

Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

Position Details

Work Location: Jones-Pearson Funeral Home — Park Rapids, MN (in person)

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Balanced weekly schedule + on-call rotation shared with team

Start Date: Flexible

If this sounds like the kind of work you've been looking for, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your résumé to admin@legacysuccessionpartners.com, or apply through LinkedIn or Indeed.

Jones-Pearson Funeral Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.