What are the responsibilities and job description for the Funeral Director In Charge - Louisville, KY position at Newcomer Funeral Service Group?
Newcomer Funeral Service Group is seeking an experienced Funeral Director to manage our high volume Southwest Louisville location on Dixie Highway. This location served over 700 families last year, offering a meaningful opportunity for a leader who values compassionate service, strong team culture, and operational ownership.
This role is ideal for a licensed funeral director who wants to lead from the front by supporting families, developing staff, and stewarding a location with deep community trust.
What You’ll Do
- Lead day to day operations of the funeral home, ensuring exceptional family care, regulatory compliance, and professional standards
- Arrange and direct funeral and memorial services with empathy and professionalism
- Hire, coach, and develop staff while fostering a culture of trust and accountability
- Take ownership of financial performance, staffing, and overall results for the location
- Serve as a visible leader in the Southwest Louisville community, honoring the legacy of the funeral home while supporting continued growth
What We’re Looking For
- Kentucky Funeral Director license in good standing (or ability to obtain)
- Leadership experience in funeral service or a similar service driven environment|
- Strong communication, organization, and people leadership skills
- An ownership mindset with a commitment to quality, care, and growth
Why This Location?
Located on Dixie Highway, this well-established funeral home plays a vital role in the community where strong leadership truly matters. This opportunity will give someone the chance to guide a dedicated team, build lasting relationships with families, and make a meaningful impact every day while stewarding a trusted legacy.
Qualifications:
Candidates must hold a Kentucky Funeral Director license in good standing or be eligible to obtain licensure in Kentucky. Licensure requires graduation from an accredited mortuary science program, successful completion of the National Board Examination, and completion of a Kentucky resident apprenticeship, in accordance with state regulations.
Essential Physical Abilities
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods
- Ability to lift, push, pull, or assist with transfers
- Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and grasp while performing job duties
- Ability to drive company vehicles as needed
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on call rotations
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