Funeral Director - Cole Funeral Services

Funeral Director

Class 1 or Class 2 License

Cole Funeral Services in Ottawa is looking for a compassionate, driven Funeral Director to join our team. This is meaningful work guiding families through one of life’s most difficult moments and helping them create personalized, lasting tributes. We’re hiring someone who leads with integrity, thinks ahead, works well with others, and wants to build a long‑term career with us. In return, we’ll invest in your success through hands‑on coaching, the right tools, and a supportive team environment.

• Meet with client families to arrange and plan funeral or cremation services
• Walk families through service and memorialization options with care and clarity
• Prepare obituaries, proof of death certificates, and related documentation
• Schedule visitations and services, liaise with places of worship, clergy, and other partners
• Conduct services and lead processions
• Prepare the deceased, including dressing, embalming, and casketing
• Support the team with other duties as needed
• Work a 3‑week rotational schedule, including every third weekend and on‑call coverage

• Ontario Class 1 or Class 2 Funeral Director’s license in good standing
• Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a genuine team mindset
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
• Ability to multitask, adapt, and think critically under pressure
• Client‑focused approach in everything you do
• Proficiency with Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs

• Bilingualism (English/French)

• Competitive salary, plus commission opportunity
• Health and dental benefits
• Extended health care
• RRSP with company percentage matching
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick days)

• Cellphone allowance
• Clothing allowance and dry cleaning
• Complimentary bi‑weekly Friday lunches
• On‑site parking

• Full‑time, 3‑week rotation with days off in lieu
• Weekend and statutory holiday work required on rotation