Open To Work
CRAIG TWIGG
Twigg Funeral Home
Guthrie Center,IA
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Immediately
Desired Job Title
Funeral Director & EmbalmerOperations Manager
Location Preference
On-Site
Open to relocation:
Yes
2
Certifications
19
Years of experience
Experienced Funeral Director with over 20 years in guiding families through end-of-life services. Specializes in embalming, grief support, and personalized memorial coordination, ensuring respectful farewells. Upholds high standards of professionalism and regulatory compliance, fostering trust during difficult times while honoring each family's unique wishes.
Work History
CO-Owner / Manager / Funeral Director / Embalmer
15 Years 9 Months- Engaged with more than 70 families each year to ensure respectful and meaningful funeral service arrangements.
- Designed and executed personalized memorial services, reflecting the individual values and desires of each family.
- Implemented compliance protocols to uphold legal standards and mitigate risks.
- Led staff and facilitated daily funeral home activities, focusing on delivering exceptional service to families.
- Facilitated compassionate funeral arrangements that met families' needs and wishes. Executed precise embalming techniques to preserve the deceased with dignity.
- Coordinated all aspects of funeral services to deliver a meaningful farewell experience.
- Streamlined daily operations, focusing on workflow efficiency and maintaining high standards of service.
Funeral Director & Embalmer
2 Years- Oversaw funeral service arrangements to ensure families received respectful and compliant care.
- Facilitated comprehensive coordination of funeral services, prioritizing legal and ethical compliance throughout the process.
- Advised families on memorial product selection, emphasizing personalized options to commemorate their loved ones.
- Implemented and upheld cleanliness standards within the facility to enhance comfort for families in mourning.
Funeral Director & Embalmer
1 Year 6 Months- Developed and executed tailored funeral service plans for over 300 families annually, prioritizing individual preferences and cultural considerations.
- Performed detailed embalming and restorative tasks, focusing on maintaining dignity and respect for the deceased.
- Assisted grieving families by offering empathetic support and expert guidance in their decision-making journey.
- Managed logistics for remains transportation, meticulously obtaining and organizing necessary permits and documentation to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Coordinated and managed funeral services to support families during their time of need, serving over 300 annually.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mortuary Science
Bachelor’s Degree - General Studies
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Skills
Operations management
Funeral service coordination
Restorative techniques
Regulatory compliance
Bereavement counseling
Effective communication skills
Funeral home management
Affiliations
- Member of the Iowa Funeral Directors Association
- Member of the Education Committee for the IFDA
Certification
- Licensed Funeral Director ~ State of Iowa
- Licensed Embalmer ~State of Iowa
Timeline
CO-Owner / Manager / Funeral Director / Embalmer
Twigg Funeral Home
08.2010 - 05.2026Read More
Funeral Director & Embalmer
Allen Brothers Mortuary
08.2008 - 08.2010Read More
Funeral Director & Embalmer
Sparkman-Hillcrest Funeral Home
01.2007 - 07.2008Read More
Huron University
Bachelor’s Degree from General Studies
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San Antonio College
Associate of Applied Science from Mortuary Science
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Iowa Central Community College
Associate of Arts from General Studies
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