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Careers at Homesteaders

Discover a career where you make a difference. Homesteaders is a purpose-driven, mission-focused preneed insurance company, proud of our current team and frequently looking to add new talent. We can’t wait to meet you!

Who is Homesteaders?

Homesteaders is a leader in the funeral profession and end-of-life space, partnering with funeral homes across the country to best serve members of their communities on the most difficult days of their lives. We offer insurance products and programs for funeral homes that help people prepare their end-of-life plans. 
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How to start your future at Homesteaders.

We make the hiring process as simple as possible, so you can sail smoothly to the potential end goal: starting your career with Homesteaders.

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How to Apply

Fill out an application.

After you send us your application, our recruiting professionals carefully review it. Typically, a few weeks after the application closes, we’ll contact you if we choose you to proceed to the next step: an interview.
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Next Steps

Join an interview.

If you’re selected, we’ll invite you to an in-person or virtual interview. If you’re chosen for a second-round interview, you’ll speak with additional Homesteaders team members in another in-person or virtual interview. 
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Wrapping Up

Receive an offer.

If you proceed to this final step, we’ll extend you a job offer and discuss details. If you choose to accept, we’ll send the information you need to prepare for your first day at Homesteaders.

#PeopleOfHomesteaders

We’re the people on the other side of phone calls and emails, at conventions and behind the scenes, helping funeral providers serve families every day.

A glimpse into Homesteaders.

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Iowa and USA workplace in 2024

100+

years in business

300+

employees at Homesteaders

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employees with 10+ years at our company in 2025

Our core values.

Our core values define the heart of our company. Each of our employees at Homesteaders strives to embody these values, enabling teams to work together effectively and respectfully. 
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Our Core Values

Be your best.

Arrive with your best attitude and ability. Be responsive, accountable, flexible and honest.
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Our Core Values

Serve boldly.

Dare to be committed, confident and creative in the pursuit of success.
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Our Core Values

Be humble.

Listen, value and respect the opinion of others.
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Our Core Values

Care.

Care for your customers, your work, your colleagues and yourself.

Our benefits.

At Homesteaders, we offer competitive and comprehensive benefits to best compensate our employees for their hard work and dedication to our funeral home customers and the families they serve.
Total financial compensation.
We strive to maintain pay equity internally and in the marketplace to give our employees financial piece of mind.
We strive to maintain pay equity internally and in the marketplace to give our employees financial piece of mind.

As part of our financial compensation package, we offer:

  • Competitive wages and salaries
  • Annual profit sharing
  • 401(k) with company match with discretionary contribution
  • Company-sponsored group medical and dental insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Company-paid long-term disability 
Health and wellness.
We provide our employees with accessible and affordable healthcare options for themselves and their loved ones.
We provide our employees with accessible and affordable healthcare options for themselves and their loved ones.

Health and wellness benefit options include:

  • Medical and dependent care flex plans
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Walking trail about a pond on our headquarters' property
  • Complimentary fitness room with 24/7 access
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Identity Theft Protection (ID Shield)
Work/life balance.
We establish a workplace for our employees that fosters innovation and collaboration while maintaining work/life balance.
We establish a workplace for our employees that fosters innovation and collaboration while maintaining work/life balance.

With our headquarters in West Des Moines, Iowa, we operate in a hybrid work environment where each department chooses schedules that work best for their teams. We encourage our employees to maintain a healthy work/life balance by implementing the following measures:

  • Office closes at 1 p.m. CT every Friday
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Paid holidays
  • Casual dress year-round
  • Free parking
  • Generous vacation time and sick leave
  • Paid parental leave
Professional development.
We want our employees to succeed and encourage them to pursue opportunities that align with their professional goals.
We want our employees to succeed and encourage them to pursue opportunities that align with their professional goals.

To help our employees succeed professionally, we offer:

  • Company-sponsored training programs
  • Professional membership and licensing dues reimbursement
  • Promotions from within the company
  • Tuition reimbursement
Community impact.
As a company, we believe in making a difference at work and in our communities by giving back with our time and gifts.
As a company, we believe in making a difference at work and in our communities by giving back with our time and gifts.

At Homesteaders, we give back to our communities and encourage our employees to do the same by offering:

  • Company-hosted fundraising events throughout the year
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
  • Matching gift program
Employee recognition.
We know the importance of recognizing our employees for their hard work and excelling in their roles. Through peer-to-peer and company recognition opportunities, we aim to ensure that each employee feels appreciated for their work and dedication.
We know the importance of recognizing our employees for their hard work and excelling in their roles. Through peer-to-peer and company recognition opportunities, we aim to ensure that each employee feels appreciated for their work and dedication.
Homesteaders Heroes is a peer-nominated awards program that recognizes employees who demonstrate Homesteaders’ mission and make a positive impact on the success of our company and customers.

 

Homesteaders also offers a peer-to-peer recognition opportunity, Impressions, through our internal HR and payroll software. Employees write a thank-you message or give kudos to a colleague who exemplified one of Homesteaders’ core values through their work. At the end of each quarter, a winner is drawn from these Impressions to receive a gift card.

As part of our financial compensation package, we offer:

  • Competitive wages and salaries
  • Annual profit sharing
  • 401(k) with company match with discretionary contribution
  • Company-sponsored group medical and dental insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Company-paid long-term disability 

Health and wellness benefit options include:

  • Medical and dependent care flex plans
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Walking trail about a pond on our headquarters' property
  • Complimentary fitness room with 24/7 access
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Identity Theft Protection (ID Shield)

With our headquarters in West Des Moines, Iowa, we operate in a hybrid work environment where each department chooses schedules that work best for their teams. We encourage our employees to maintain a healthy work/life balance by implementing the following measures:

  • Office closes at 1 p.m. CT every Friday
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Paid holidays
  • Casual dress year-round
  • Free parking
  • Generous vacation time and sick leave
  • Paid parental leave

To help our employees succeed professionally, we offer:

  • Company-sponsored training programs
  • Professional membership and licensing dues reimbursement
  • Promotions from within the company
  • Tuition reimbursement

At Homesteaders, we give back to our communities and encourage our employees to do the same by offering:

  • Company-hosted fundraising events throughout the year
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
  • Matching gift program
Homesteaders Heroes is a peer-nominated awards program that recognizes employees who demonstrate Homesteaders’ mission and make a positive impact on the success of our company and customers.

 

Homesteaders also offers a peer-to-peer recognition opportunity, Impressions, through our internal HR and payroll software. Employees write a thank-you message or give kudos to a colleague who exemplified one of Homesteaders’ core values through their work. At the end of each quarter, a winner is drawn from these Impressions to receive a gift card.

Outstanding Employees

Homesteaders Heroes program.

Homesteaders Heroes is a peer-nominated awards program that recognizes employees who demonstrate Homesteaders’ mission and make a positive impact on the success of our company and customers. Employees are nominated in six categories, from the Rising Star Award to the Unsung Hero Award. Every year, we look forward to recognizing employees who reflect our values and excel in their roles.
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What do our employees love about Homesteaders?

Brianne Niedermyer
I have been at Homesteaders for 15 years and one thing I truly love is the ability to have a healthy work life and personal life balance. I’m also really passionate about the funeral profession, so I love that I get to work in a profession that truly helps people plan for one of the hardest days their family will have to endure.
Brianne Niedermyer Senior Training & Development Specialist
Steve Brodie
Homesteaders Life Company has been more than an employer for me over the last 20 years. HLC has gone beyond expectations in supporting me, and I appreciate it more than I can express. I believe it’s the culture of caring and core values: Be Your Best, Serve Boldly, Be Humble and Care.
Steve Brodie Senior Account Executive

Ready to apply?

We’d love to meet you! Start the application process below to begin your Homesteaders career.

Homesteaders is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to equal employment opportunity, advancement and diversity. We respect and strive for diversity in all employment decisions.

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