Assistant Exec Director, Residential Services & Facilities

The Arc of Ocean County; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

FSA

Paid Time Off

401(k) with agency match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

The Arc of Ocean County is seeking an accomplished leader to serve as Assistant Executive Director of Residential Services, guiding residential operations for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This executive role combines strategic leadership, operations oversight, quality improvement, and fiscal management.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the position oversees Residential Services and the Agency's Maintenance Department, requiring strong knowledge of regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Special Education, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field required; Master's preferred.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience managing multiple programs and supervisory staff.
• Demonstrated experience with budgeting, strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and organizational leadership.
• Strong knowledge of DDD regulations, Medicaid requirements, and residential service delivery.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Valid New Jersey Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Guide the overall operation of Residential Services, maintaining high standards for quality, person-centered supports across multiple residential locations.
• Establish and carry out strategic priorities designed to strengthen operations, enhance service quality, and improve organizational performance.
• Oversee admissions, referrals, and service coordination in collaboration with the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) and Support Coordination Agencies.
• Promote practices that support effective, consistent, and person-centered residential services.
• Lead, coach, and mentor Directors and Assistant Directors, encouraging accountability, teamwork, professional growth, and ongoing improvement.
• Partner with executive leadership on organizational priorities and long-term strategies.
• Represent the Agency at the executive level when working with regulatory bodies, community organizations, families, and other key stakeholders.
• Build productive relationships that advance the Agency's mission and strengthen collaboration across the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

DDD knowledge

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

The Arc of Ocean County is seeking an accomplished leader to serve as Assistant Executive Director of Residential Services, guiding residential operations for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This executive role combines strategic leadership, operations oversight, quality improvement, and fiscal management.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the position oversees Residential Services and the Agency's Maintenance Department, requiring strong knowledge of regulatory