Funeral Arranger Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Funeral arrangers typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the role requires specialized knowledge in mortuary science, grief counseling, or funeral service management. Many positions accept a bachelor's degree in any field combined with funeral service certification, though some employers prefer degrees in business administration, psychology, or mortuary science. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Arrangements Conference
- Receives or initiates call to deceased next of kin. Exhibiting concern and empathy, obtains or confirms deceased and family contact information, briefly discusses needs (including languages), schedules Arrangement appointment, and emails appointment confirmation.
- May perform removals or transfers adhering to company standards and processes. Cares for deceased in a respectful manner. Updates removal status in proprietary software.
- Greets next of kin and escorts to meeting space. Initiates and facilitates Arrangements Conference while assessing needs and summarizing desired outcomes. Discusses available life insurance and available benefits, such as Veteran. Promotes funeral, cemetery, and crematory services and merchandise such as catering, flowers, music, and Ever Lasting Memory products.
- Transitions Arrangement Conference to Funeral Services Counselor/Advisor to present cemetery property and merchandise options, pricing, and contract completion. In absence of an FSA/FSC, may perform FSA/FSC responsibilities.
- Responsible for reviewing and authorizing merchandise and service contract revisions.
Directing Services
- Confirms authorization to proceed with service Arrangements. Presides as Master of Ceremonies (MC) for visitation, funeral, or graveside services in a professional, organized, and caring manner consistent with Company standards. Shall be present for graveside services included in the purchase agreement. Shall be present when the casket containing a human body is placed in a grave, crypt, or burial vault and verifies that any personal belongings are removed from the deceased prior to burial per the Arrangements.
- Visually inspects deceased, adjusts casket dressing, deceased attire or makeup, or communicates concerns to preparation staff. Visually inspects Services Arrangements (visitation, funeral, or graveside) against contractual arrangements and the next of kin expectations; initiates corrective action as appropriate; may provide instruction or guidance to services team members.
- Interacts with the family to fulfill the death care requests. While interacting with family and guests, obtains leads for pre-need services.
Event Planning
- Perform a variety of event planning responsibilities including but not limited to resource planning and ordering of music, flowers, or catering to fulfill Arrangement requests. Produces MeM products that may include scanning photos, ordering of memorabilia or stationary, creating electronic presentations, writing obituaries, and creating on-line memorials. Prior to event, prepares event room including but not limited to set-up chairs, tables, flowers, guest books, and appropriate décor. Post event cleans chairs, tables, floors, proper storage of items, identifies property in need of repair, and courier/deliver family memorabilia to home.
- May perform a variety of attendant duties including but not limited to parking lot attendant, driver, usher, pallbearer, or courier.
- May attend community or charity events to represent and promote the location or market.
Embalming
- Cares for deceased in a respectful manner. Following company processes and procedures, verifies identification, reviews embalming authorization. Following company processes and adhering to hazardous waste procedures cleans and embalms body; uses scalpels, pumps, tubes, and equipment to replace bodily fluids/waste with embalming fluids; performs restorations, styling hair, applying cosmetics, dressing body, and other preparation required for human remains.
- Verifies appropriate casket and lining according to contract. Dresses casket and lays deceased. Updates status in propriety software.
- Maintains preparation room, cleans soiled equipment, properly disposes of hazardous waste, and promotes a safe work environment.
- Inventories and reorders supplies.
General
- Works under general guidance. New associates are learning to apply licensure to business environment complying with regulations, policies, and procedures; work may be peer reviewed for accuracy, quality, and education; collaborates with peers or manager for assistance and guidance. Exhibits accountability for behaviors. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Takes the initiative to discuss assignments, expectations, priorities and deadlines as well as seek guidance and coaching from manager. Notifies manager when workload is light and volunteers for additional work. Adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licenses
- Graduated from an accredited school or college of mortuary science
Certification/License
- Current Funeral Director and Embalmer dual license within the practicing state
- Valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required to operate company owned vehicles
Experience
- Industry experience is preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Cognitive Ability including reason, plan, identify problems, learn quickly, learn from experience, and appropriately apply learning to new situations.
- Process and results oriented, motivated to keep projects moving ahead by removing obstacles and exploring alternatives
- Must have a positive attitude, a drive to continually advance your understanding of the industry and business, and is highly self-motivated
- Ability to build professional and trusting business relations
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Public speaking skills with the ability to influence and gain consensus
- Proficient using databases in automated processes
- Proficient MS Office skills
Work Conditions
Work Environment
- Work is both indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather
- Professional business attire required when in contact with families
Work Postures
- Frequent, continuous periods of time sitting or standing, up 6 hours per day
- Frequent climbing stairs to access buildings frequently
Physical Demands
- Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
- Ability to push and pull up to 150 pounds on flat and inclined flooring or ramps
Work Hours
- Flexibility of availability may be necessary as services may occur outside of normal business hours and working nights and weekends is frequently necessary.
LOCATION
Postal Code: 30906
Job Location: US-GA - Augusta
INTRODUCTION
Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Arrangements Conference
- Receives or initiates call to deceased next of kin. Exhibiting concern and empathy, obtains or confirms deceased and family contact information, briefly discusses needs (including languages), schedules Arrangement appointment, and emails appointment confirmation.
- May perform removals or transfers adhering to company standards and processes. Cares for deceased in a respectful manner. Updates removal status in proprietary software.
- Greets next of kin and escorts to meeting space. Initiates and facilitates Arrangements Conference while assessing needs and summarizing desired outcomes. Discusses available life insurance and available benefits, such as Veteran. Promotes funeral, cemetery, and crematory services and merchandise such as catering, flowers, music, and Ever Lasting Memory products.
- Transitions Arrangement Conference to Funeral Services Counselor/Advisor to present cemetery property and merchandise options, pricing, and contract completion. In absence of an FSA/FSC, may perform FSA/FSC responsibilities.
- Responsible for reviewing and authorizing merchandise and service contract revisions.
Directing Services
- Confirms authorization to proceed with service Arrangements. Presides as Master of Ceremonies (MC) for visitation, funeral, or graveside services in a professional, organized, and caring manner consistent with Company standards. Shall be present for graveside services included in the purchase agreement. Shall be present when the casket containing a human body is placed in a grave, crypt, or burial vault and verifies that any personal belongings are removed from the deceased prior to burial per the Arrangements.
- Visually inspects deceased, adjusts casket dressing, deceased attire or makeup, or communicates concerns to preparation staff. Visually inspects Services Arrangements (visitation, funeral, or graveside) against contractual arrangements and the next of kin expectations; initiates corrective action as appropriate; may provide instruction or guidance to services team members.
- Interacts with the family to fulfill the death care requests. While interacting with family and guests, obtains leads for pre-need services.
Event Planning
- Perform a variety of event planning responsibilities including but not limited to resource planning and ordering of music, flowers, or catering to fulfill Arrangement requests. Produces MeM products that may include scanning photos, ordering of memorabilia or stationary, creating electronic presentations, writing obituaries, and creating on-line memorials. Prior to event, prepares event room including but not limited to set-up chairs, tables, flowers, guest books, and appropriate décor. Post event cleans chairs, tables, floors, proper storage of items, identifies property in need of repair, and courier/deliver family memorabilia to home.
- May perform a variety of attendant duties including but not limited to parking lot attendant, driver, usher, pallbearer, or courier.
- May attend community or charity events to represent and promote the location or market.
Embalming
- Cares for deceased in a respectful manner. Following company processes and procedures, verifies identification, reviews embalming authorization. Following company processes and adhering to hazardous waste procedures cleans and embalms body; uses scalpels, pumps, tubes, and equipment to replace bodily fluids/waste with embalming fluids; performs restorations, styling hair, applying cosmetics, dressing body, and other preparation required for human remains.
- Verifies appropriate casket and lining according to contract. Dresses casket and lays deceased. Updates status in propriety software.
- Maintains preparation room, cleans soiled equipment, properly disposes of hazardous waste, and promotes a safe work environment.
- Inventories and reorders supplies.
General
- Works under general guidance. New associates are learning to apply licensure to business environment complying with regulations, policies, and procedures; work may be peer reviewed for accuracy, quality, and education; collaborates with peers or manager for assistance and guidance. Exhibits accountability for behaviors. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Takes the initiative to discuss assignments, expectations, priorities and deadlines as well as seek guidance and coaching from manager. Notifies manager when workload is light and volunteers for additional work. Adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licenses
- Graduated from an accredited school or college of mortuary science
Certification/License
- Current Funeral Director and Embalmer dual license within the practicing state
- Valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required to operate company owned vehicles
Experience
- Industry experience is preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Cognitive Ability including reason, plan, identify problems, learn quickly, learn from experience, and appropriately apply learning to new situations.
- Process and results oriented, motivated to keep projects moving ahead by removing obstacles and exploring alternatives
- Must have a positive attitude, a drive to continually advance your understanding of the industry and business, and is highly self-motivated
- Ability to build professional and trusting business relations
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Public speaking skills with the ability to influence and gain consensus
- Proficient using databases in automated processes
- Proficient MS Office skills
Work Conditions
Work Environment
- Work is both indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather
- Professional business attire required when in contact with families
Work Postures
- Frequent, continuous periods of time sitting or standing, up 6 hours per day
- Frequent climbing stairs to access buildings frequently
Physical Demands
- Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
- Ability to push and pull up to 150 pounds on flat and inclined flooring or ramps
Work Hours
- Flexibility of availability may be necessary as services may occur outside of normal business hours and working nights and weekends is frequently necessary.
LOCATION
Postal Code: 30906
Job Location: US-GA - Augusta
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Funeral Arranger Jobs
Highlight mortuary science education
Emphasize any formal education in mortuary science, thanatology, or funeral service administration. These specialized programs directly support H-1B specialty occupation requirements more effectively than general business degrees.
Document grief counseling credentials
Certified grief counselor credentials, bereavement specialist training, or psychology coursework strengthen your specialty occupation case by demonstrating specialized knowledge beyond basic customer service skills.
Target funeral homes serving diverse communities
Funeral homes in multicultural areas often value multilingual staff and cultural expertise. Your international background becomes a competitive advantage rather than a sponsorship burden.
Emphasize regulatory knowledge requirements
Funeral service involves complex federal and state regulations, health department compliance, and legal documentation. Highlight how your education prepared you for these specialized regulatory responsibilities.
Research state licensing requirements early
Most states require funeral director or funeral service licenses. Research requirements in your target states before applying, as some have specific education or apprenticeship prerequisites.
Consider funeral service corporations over small family businesses
Large funeral service companies like Service Corporation International or Dignity Memorial have more experience with visa sponsorship and established legal resources compared to small family operations.
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Find Funeral Arranger JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do funeral arrangers qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, when the position requires specialized knowledge in mortuary science, grief counseling, or funeral service management. The role must require at least a bachelor's degree, and many positions accept degrees in business, psychology, or mortuary science. Employers must demonstrate the position involves complex regulatory compliance and specialized client interaction beyond basic customer service.
What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as a funeral arranger?
Most sponsored positions accept a bachelor's degree in mortuary science, business administration, psychology, or related fields. Some employers prefer mortuary science or thanatology degrees, while others accept any bachelor's degree combined with funeral service certification or apprenticeship completion. The key is demonstrating specialized knowledge through education or professional training.
How to find Funeral Arranger jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Funeral Arranger jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus your search on funeral homes, crematoriums, and bereavement services companies that commonly sponsor H-1B, EB-3, or skilled worker visas. These employers often need qualified professionals to handle funeral arrangements, client consultations, and ceremony coordination for diverse communities.
Are funeral homes willing to sponsor international workers?
Larger funeral service corporations are more likely to sponsor than small family businesses due to legal resources and experience with immigration processes. Companies serving diverse communities particularly value multilingual staff and cultural expertise. Success rates improve when you can demonstrate specialized skills like grief counseling certification or mortuary science education.
Do I need a funeral service license for H-1B sponsorship?
Licensing requirements vary by state and specific job duties. Some positions require funeral director licenses before starting, while others allow you to work under supervision while pursuing licensure. Research your target state's requirements early, as some have specific education prerequisites or apprenticeship periods that affect visa timing and job eligibility.
Can funeral arrangers get green cards through employment?
Yes, funeral arrangers can pursue green cards through the EB-2 or EB-3 categories depending on education and experience. Positions requiring advanced degrees or exceptional experience may qualify for EB-2, while most funeral arranger roles fall under EB-3. The key is maintaining H-1B status throughout the green card process, which can take several years.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Funeral Arranger jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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