Assistant Executive Director

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital is seeking an Assistant Executive Director for our retirement community.

The AED partners with the Executive Director to oversee daily operations, support department leaders, and promote excellence in resident services and team engagement. The AED serves as Acting ED in the absence of the ED and is responsible for regulatory compliance, budgeting, strategic planning, and fostering accountability, teamwork, and compassionate leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business, Healthcare, or related field).
• 3+ years leadership experience in senior living or similar setting.
• HUD experience.
• Budgeting, staff supervision, and operational oversight.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR and current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and partner with the Executive Director.
• Support department leaders and promote resident-service excellence.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and risk management.
• Act as Acting ED in the absence of the ED.
• Foster accountability, teamwork, and compassionate leadership.

Skills

Leadership experience

Regulatory knowledge

Budget management

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business, Healthcare, or related field)

Job description

• Employee Type Regular Full Time- Exempt
• Manage Others Yes

Assistant Executive Director – Retirement Community

Full-Time | Shared On-Call Rotation

We are seeking a strong, mission-driven leader to serve as Assistant Executive Director (AED) in our retirement community. This role partners closely with the Executive Director (ED) to oversee daily operations, support department leaders, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote excellence in resident services and team engagement. The AED serves as Acting ED in their absence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business, Healthcare, or related field)
• 3+ years of leadership experience in senior living, housing, or similar setting
• HUD experience
• Budget, staff supervision, and operational oversight experience
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Valid driver’s license, clean MVR and current auto insurance

Looking for a dependable, servant leader who values accountability, teamwork, and serving older adults (Elders) in the spirit of Christian love!!!

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

5 years experience preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate field of study. At least three years experience in a supervisory capacity, with some experience in housing management, administration and/or social services; basic computer skills; must be able to communicate effectively, both written and orally, with all levels of the organization; experience with budget preparation , strategic planning and personal management preferred; experience in accepted accounting practices beneficial.

Reasonable accommodation which does not create undue hardship will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.