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Careersβ€ΊRolesβ€ΊMortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator
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Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator

The funeral services supporter β€” coordinating mortuary operations with care and professionalism.

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Industries that often hire Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinators
Consumer Services Β· 100%
Job markets for Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinators
Where Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator jobs concentrate Β· ~54 metro areas
Based on employment in related occupations
Mapped SOC categories:
Operations
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
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What it's like

What it's like to be a Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator

As a Mortuary Operations Coordinator, you support funeral home operations by coordinating services, managing schedules, handling administrative tasks, and ensuring smooth operations during sensitive times.

Your day supports funeral services. You might coordinate service schedules, then communicate with families, then manage vendor relationships, then handle documentation, then support facilities management. You're ensuring operations run smoothly during difficult times.

The hardest part is maintaining professional composure while dealing with grief. Families are experiencing their worst moments; you need to be organized while showing genuine compassion. The people who thrive here have both administrative skills and emotional intelligence.

What people in this role value
RelationshipsHigh
AchievementAbove avg
IndependenceAbove avg
RecognitionAbove avg
Working ConditionsModerate
SupportLower
O*NET Work Values survey
Role Profile
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Things that vary from job to job as a Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator
Facility sizeService volumeService typesOwnership structureTeam size
Mortuary coordination varies by facility and volume. Larger facilities have more specialization. Service volume affects pace. Service types (traditional, cremation, full-service) affect operations. Ownership structures (family, corporate) differ.
✦ Editorial β€” written by Truest from industry research and career patterns
Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape β€” and where it can take you.

Earning potential across this track
$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying387 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
Technology & Information$160K+37%
Professional Services$156K+33%
Financial Services$149K+27%
Energy & Utilities$142K+21%
Government$124K+5%
Compared to Operations average across all industries
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinators (SOC 11-9171.00), not just this title Β· BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
Related rolesExplore Operations β†’
Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) CoordinatorFuneral Sales Coordinator / Funeral Sales AssociatePrearranged Funeral Sales Coordinator / Prearranged Funeral Sales Associate
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What it takes to advance
1
Funeral operations
Understanding operations opens advancement
2
Family relations
Family service skills are essential
3
Business awareness
Understanding the business increases value
Lateral Moves
Event Coordinator β†’
If you want event coordination in different settings
Healthcare Coordinator
If you want to apply compassion in healthcare
Questions you might ask when interviewing
What services does this facility offer?
What would I coordinate?
How is the team structured?
What volume of services is typical?
What does advancement look like?
✦ Editorial β€” career progression and interview guidance based on industry patterns
The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape β€” helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$46K–$132K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
13K
U.S. Employment
+4.1%
10yr Growth
3K
Annual Openings

How Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator pay & employment are changing

$110K$107K$104K$101K$99K201920202021202220232024$99K$110K
BLS OEWS May 2024 Β· BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

Service OrientationSocial PerceptivenessActive ListeningTime ManagementReading ComprehensionManagement of Personnel ResourcesJudgment and Decision MakingSpeakingCritical ThinkingCoordination
O*NET OnLine Β· Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mapped SOC Codes
11-9171.00

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Roles with similar work and overlapping career paths

midMortuary Operations Manager (Mortuary Ops Manager)$77KmidFuneral Counselor$63KseniorSenior Funeral Counselor$63KmidLocation Manager$77KmidFuneral Home Owner$77KmidFuneral Home Manager$77K
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Common questions about what it's like to be a Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator

What does a Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator do?

The funeral services supporter β€” coordinating mortuary operations with care and professionalism.

How much does a Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator make?

Median pay for a Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator is about $77K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $46K to $132K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).

What skills does a Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator need?

Core skills for this role include Service Orientation, Social Perceptiveness, Active Listening, Time Management, and Reading Comprehension.

What education do you need to be a Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator?

Most people in this role hold a postsecondary certificate.

Is a Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator in demand?

Employment in this field is projected to grow about 4.1% through 2034, with roughly 13,120 people working in it today (BLS).

What jobs are similar to a Mortuary Operations Manager (mortuary Ops Manager) Coordinator?

Closely related roles include Mortuary Operations Manager (Mortuary Ops Manager), Funeral Counselor, and Senior Funeral Counselor.

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Federal data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2024) Β· BLS Employment Projections Β· O*NET OnLine
Truest editorial: Fit check, role profile, things that vary, advancement analysis, lateral moves, interview questions.