Senior Executive Director

Polaris Healthcare; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Annual Performance Bonus

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

PTO

Paid Holidays

Mileage Reimbursement & Travel Support

Professional Development & Leadership

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Polaris Healthcare seeks a Senior Executive Director – Assisted Living to provide strategic leadership across multiple communities. You will mentor Executive Directors, drive occupancy, and uphold exceptional resident care while ensuring regulatory and financial performance.

This role demands a seasoned, multi-site leader who can build high-performing teams, partner with Sales, Marketing, and clinical leadership, and travel extensively within the region to maintain standards and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nursing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience in Assisted Living, Senior Living, Long-Term Care, or Healthcare Operations.
• Previous experience as an Executive Director or Regional Leader overseeing multiple communities.
• Strong knowledge of Assisted Living regulations and compliance standards.
• Proven experience improving occupancy, financial performance, and operational outcomes.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the assigned region.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct operational oversight for multiple Assisted Living communities.
• Coach, mentor, and support Executive Directors in achieving operational excellence.
• Conduct regular community visits to evaluate performance, identify opportunities, and ensure consistent standards.
• Develop and implement action plans to improve underperforming communities.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Senior leadership

Assisted Living

Executive Director

Regulatory compliance

Travel extensively

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Admin / Business / Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Senior Executive Director – Assisted Living

Salary

$120,000 – $150,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications, plus eligibility for a performance-based bonus.

Position Summary

The Regional Operations Director – Assisted Living provides operational leadership, strategic direction, and performance oversight for multiple assisted living communities within an assigned region. This leader partners closely with Executive Directors and department leaders to ensure operational excellence, regulatory compliance, exceptional resident care, financial performance, and employee engagement.

The ideal candidate is an experienced multi-site leader who is passionate about developing people, building high-performing teams, improving occupancy, and driving outstanding resident and family satisfaction. This position serves as a mentor and coach to community leadership while ensuring each community achieves organizational goals and maintains the highest standards of quality and service.

Essential Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Provide direct operational oversight for multiple Assisted Living communities.

• Coach, mentor, and support Executive Directors in achieving operational excellence.

• Conduct regular community visits to evaluate performance, identify opportunities, and ensure consistent standards.

• Develop and implement action plans to improve underperforming communities.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Financial Performance

• Monitor budgets, labor management, census, and overall financial performance.

• Partner with Executive Directors to develop strategies that improve occupancy and profitability.

• Analyze financial reports, identify trends, and implement corrective action when necessary.

• Ensure effective expense management while maintaining exceptional resident care.

Resident Care & Quality

• Promote exceptional resident experiences and person-centered care.

• Ensure communities maintain compliance with all state, federal, and company regulations.

• Monitor quality assurance initiatives, survey readiness, infection prevention, and resident satisfaction.

• Collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure high-quality care outcomes.

Leadership Development

• Recruit, develop, coach, and retain high-performing Executive Directors and community leadership teams.

• Assist with onboarding, leadership training, succession planning, and talent development.

• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and professional development.

• Support communities during leadership transitions and temporary vacancies.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all communities operate in compliance with applicable state regulations and company policies.

• Prepare communities for regulatory surveys and assist with Plans of Correction when needed.

• Promote best practices in safety, risk management, documentation, and resident rights.

Business Development

• Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to increase occupancy and strengthen community reputation.

• Support outreach initiatives and community engagement activities.

• Assist with new community openings, acquisitions, and operational transitions as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nursing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience in Assisted Living, Senior Living, Long-Term Care, or Healthcare Operations.

• Previous experience as an Executive Director or Regional Leader overseeing multiple communities.

• Strong knowledge of Assisted Living regulations and compliance standards.

• Proven experience improving occupancy, financial performance, and operational outcomes.

• Ability to travel extensively throughout the assigned region.

Preferred

• Licensed Assisted Living Administrator (where applicable).

• Multi-site leadership experience.

• Experience with budget management and operational analytics.

• Strong understanding of sales, marketing, recruitment, and employee retention strategies.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional leadership and team development skills.

• Strategic thinking and operational planning.

• Financial and business acumen.

• Regulatory and survey preparedness expertise.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Organizational and project management skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 annually

• Annual Performance Bonus

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Holidays

• Mileage Reimbursement & Travel Support

• Professional Development & Leadership Training

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Why Join Our Team?

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a portfolio of assisted living communities while mentoring Executive Directors, driving operational excellence, improving occupancy and financial performance, and ensuring exceptional resident care. If you're a collaborative leader with a passion for developing people and achieving results, we'd love to hear from you.