Executive Director- Senior Living

American College of Education; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 25%

Health, dental, vision + 401(k)

PTO and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Career growth opportunities

Supportive culture

Job summary

Pegasus Senior Living's Ridgeland Place Assisted Living and Memory Care seeks an experienced Executive Director to provide proactive leadership, oversee operations, and guide clinical, regulatory, and financial performance.

Reporting to the Regional Director of Operations, you will build a strong leadership team, manage budgets, ensure licensure compliance, drive sales and census, and champion resident experience.

Qualifications

• Passion for serving seniors
• 3–5+ years of management in senior living
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or related field
• Strong financial acumen with budgets, P&Ls, and operating expenses
• Knowledge of senior living regulations and risk management
• Proven ability to improve safety, quality of care, resident satisfaction, and staff engagement

Responsibilities

• Champion the Pegasus mission, vision, and culture
• Develop strategic business plans and operating budgets with leadership
• Lead and mentor the community leadership team
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain a high-performing leadership team
• Oversee quality initiatives and continuous improvement in care delivery
• Ensure licensure, accreditation, and regulatory compliance
• Be actively engaged with residents and families daily
• Drive sales and census development with the Sales Director
• Build relationships with the broader community and referral sources

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

HR leadership

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.