Senior Living Operations Leader—Path to Executive Director

Peoplewhocare; Solvang, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

403(b) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Atterdag Village of Solvang is a Continuing Care Retirement Community providing independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care. The Assistant Executive Director position is a succession into the Executive Director role, guiding daily operations across care levels and coordinating with department leaders to uphold service excellence.

The role requires California nursing home administrator licensure, 3–5 years of senior leadership experience, and strong communication,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in healthcare administration or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive leadership experience in senior living, healthcare administration, long-term care, or hospitality management.
• Current California Nursing Home Administrator License.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of nursing practices, regulations, and long-term care laws.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Director in the oversight and coordination of all community operations.
• Support department leaders in achieving operational, financial, clinical, and customer service goals.
• Ensure continuity of services and smooth daily operations across all levels of care.
• Participate in strategic planning, operational improvements, and organizational development initiatives.
• Act on behalf of the Executive Director in their absence.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations applicable to senior living and long-term care.
• Assist with survey preparedness, audits, life safety compliance, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Support implementation and monitoring of policies, procedures, and risk management practices.
• Participate in incident review, corrective action planning, and compliance monitoring activities.
• Assist in preparation and monitoring of annual operating budgets and capital improvement plans.
• Support census development, occupancy goals, and revenue optimization initiatives.
• Review operational expenditures and identify opportunities for efficiency and cost management.
• Participate in vendor management, contract oversight, and purchasing coordination.
• Foster a positive, resident-centered environment and develop strong relationships with residents and families.
• Participate in resident council meetings, family meetings, and community events.
• Assist in resolving resident concerns and service issues in a timely manner.
• Promote resident satisfaction, engagement, and quality of life initiatives.
• Assist in recruiting, onboarding, coaching, and retaining high-performing team members.
• Support department directors with employee relations and performance management.
• Encourage teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and compassionate service.
• Participate in leadership meetings and training initiatives.
• Assist with implementation of strategic initiatives and organizational goals.
• Participate in marketing, outreach, fundraising, and community partnership activities as assigned.
• Support technology integration and process improvements.
• Collaborate on long-term campus planning and service expansion initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s in healthcare administration or related field

California Nursing Home Administrator License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Atterdag Village of Solvang is a Continuing Care Retirement Community providing independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care. The Assistant Executive Director position is a succession into the Executive Director role, guiding daily operations across care levels and coordinating with department leaders to uphold service excellence.

The role requires California nursing home administrator licensure, 3–5 years of senior leadership experience, and strong communication,