Executive Director (Administrator)

Silverado; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Silverado Alexandria is seeking an Executive Director, a strategic leader who drives operational excellence, empowers teams, and maintains a culture of integrity and purpose. You will guide the memory care community to deliver compassionate, high-quality care for residents and families.

The role requires a visionary administrator with strong strategy, change management, and people leadership skills, and a commitment to serving seniors with memory impairment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master’s degree or state-specific Administrator license strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in assisted living, long-term care, or related healthcare field.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare compliance and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage change, and resolve conflicts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across diverse audiences.
• Dedication to serving seniors with memory impairment in a diverse workforce.
• State-specific licensure strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of community operations.
• Empower department leaders and guide staff in delivering exceptional care.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and county regulations.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support successful hiring outcomes.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance management to team members.
• Foster open communication with residents and families.
• Manage financial operations including budgeting and office oversight.

Skills

Leadership

Healthcare compliance

Communication

Team empowerment

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or license

Job description

Join Silverado Alexandria, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

We’re hiring an Executive Director – a strategic and compassionate leader who drives operational excellence, empowers teams, and fosters a culture of integrity and purpose.

Be a difference-maker with a memory care leader!
You’re a visionary administrator with a heart for service and a mind for strategy. You thrive in dynamic environments, lead with empathy, and inspire teams to deliver exceptional care to residents and families.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead and oversee all aspects of community operations
• Empower department leaders and guide staff in delivering exceptional care
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and county regulations
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support successful hiring outcomes
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance management to team members
• Foster open communication with residents and families
• Manage financial operations including budgeting and office oversight

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree or state-specific Administrator license strongly preferred
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in assisted living, long-term care, or related healthcare field
• Strong knowledge of healthcare compliance and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage change, and resolve conflicts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across diverse audiences
• Dedication to serving seniors with memory impairment in a diverse workforce
• State-specific licensure strongly preferred

Additional Considerations:

• Flexibility to work outside regular hours based on business needs
• Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Must be comfortable with animals (pets) and neurodegenerative conditions
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™
• Certified Great Place to Work®
• Strong internal mobility and ongoing training
• Competitive compensation and full-time benefits

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Anticipated pay range

$185,000 - $225,000 USD

Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!

* Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role. *

California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.

Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable).

Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security

EOE/M/F/D/V