Funeral Director
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Funeral Director - Cole Funeral Services, Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
Date Posted: May 26, 2026
Posting Expires: June 26, 2026
Funeral Director
(Class 1 or Class 2 License)
About The Role
Cole Funeral Services in Ottawa is looking for a compassionate, driven Funeral Director to join our team. This is meaningful work by guiding families through one of life’s most difficult moments and helping them create personalized, lasting tributes to the people they’ve lost. 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.
About Cole Funeral Services
We’re a family-owned, full-service funeral home with an on-site cemetery, proudly serving Ottawa and the surrounding communities. The Cole family is continuing its tradition of personalized care by expanding into Ottawa’s west end with a new funeral home, celebration centre, and cemetery office at our growing Highland Park Cemetery.
What You’ll Do
- 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
What You Bring
- 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
Nice to Have
- Bilingualism (English/French)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, plus commission opportunity
- Health and dental benefits
- Extended health care
- RRSP with company percentage matching
- Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick days)
Day-to-Day Perks
- Cellphone allowance
- Clothing allowance and dry cleaning
- Complimentary bi-weekly Friday lunches
- On-site parking
Schedule
- Full-time, 3-week rotation with days off in lieu
- Weekend and statutory holiday work required on rotation
To Apply
Send Resume And Cover Letter To
David Guardado
Manager of Cemetery & Funeral Services
***email_hidden***
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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