Executive Director- Senior Living

American College of Education; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential up to 25%

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ridgeland Place Assisted Living and Memory Care, part of Pegasus Senior Living, seeks an experienced Executive Director to lead daily operations, financial performance, HR, licensure, clinical oversight, sales, marketing, and census development. The role emphasizes resident-centered care, regulatory compliance, and People leadership in a fast-paced environment.

The Executive Director will report to the Regional Director of Operations and must cultivate exceptional experiences for residents,

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of management experience in senior living (assisted living or memory care preferred).
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, P&Ls, operating expenses.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion the Pegasus mission, vision, and culture within the community.
• Develop strategic business plans and operating budgets with leadership to drive financial performance.
• Lead, mentor, and hold the community leadership team accountable for goals.
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain a high-performing leadership team.
• Oversee quality initiatives to improve care delivery and compliance.
• Ensure licensure, accreditation, and regulatory compliance across local, state, and federal rules.
• Be an engaged presence with residents, families, and team members daily.
• Drive sales and census development in collaboration with the Sales Director.
• Serve as a trusted resource for residents, families, and staff.
• Build positive relationships with referral sources and local leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Team management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, Hospitality Management, Business, or related field

Job description

Career Opportunities with Ridgeland Place Assisted Living and Memory Care

Careers At Ridgeland Place Assisted Living and Memory Care

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Department: RIDGELAND PLACE ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE

Join us to create the best life for yourself and our residents!

At Pegasus Senior Living, we are united by our passion to celebrate and enhance the lives of our residents with kindness and integrity. We strive to create a lifestyle that is vibrant, joyful, and unexpected — and it starts with strong, dedicated leadership at every community.

About the Role

Ridgeland Place is seeking an experienced Executive Director to provide proactive leadership, overall direction, and management of all aspects of our community. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in senior living operations and a deep understanding of the regulatory, clinical, and resident-care intricacies that come with leading an assisted living and/or memory care community.

Reporting to the Regional Director of Operations, the Executive Director will be responsible for day-to-day operations including service provision, financial performance, human resources, licensure compliance, clinical oversight, sales, marketing, and census development. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who is passionate about creating exceptional experiences for residents, families, and team members alike.

What You'll Do

• Champion the Pegasus mission, vision, and culture within your community
• Partner with Executive Leadership to develop strategic business plans and operating budgets that drive financial performance
• Lead, mentor, and hold the community leadership team accountable for achieving operational and organizational goals
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain a high-performing leadership team
• Oversee quality initiatives to ensure continuous improvement across all aspects of care delivery
• Maintain full compliance with licensure, accreditation, and all local, state, and federal regulations
• Be a visible, engaged presence in the community — spending meaningful time daily with residents and team members
• Drive sales and census development through active participation in sales activities and partnership with the Sales Director
• Serve as a trusted resource for residents, families, and associates
• Build positive relationships with the broader community, including referral sources and local business leaders

What You Bring

• A genuine passion for serving and advocating for seniors
• 3-5+ years of management experience in senior living (assisted living and/or memory care strongly preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, Hospitality Management, Business, or related field preferred
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, P&Ls, and operating expenses
• Working knowledge of senior living regulations, risk management, and best practices
• Proven track record of improving key performance metrics: safety, quality of care, resident satisfaction, and employee engagement
• Healthcare or senior living sales experience preferred
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and varying schedules as needed

Why Pegasus Senior Living?

• Competitive salary plus bonus potential of up to 25% of annual salary based on achieving community performance targets
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth opportunities within a growing organization
• A supportive, mission-driven culture where you're known by name

At Pegasus Senior Living, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inspiring, professional environment that reflects excellence — for our residents and our team.