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 - $75,000/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 – $75,000 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.