Executive Director

Seaton Hagerstown

$97K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Hospitality, or related field preferred; required if no active state-specific Administrator licensure/certification exists.
  • Minimum 3 years of leadership or management experience, particularly in operational oversight and financial management.
  • Preferred experience as an Executive Director in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or similar fields.
  • State-specific Administrator License/Certification required; alternate pathway available for candidates enrolled in a manager training program.
  • Proven track record in operational leadership, growth in occupancy, and financial performance.
  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills required.
  • Experience with Medicaid programs beneficial, based on community/state requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency and compliance.
  • Ensure adherence to all relevant regulations and organizational standards.
  • Manage community financials, budgets, and performance metrics.
  • Drive achievement of key targets in NOI, occupancy, and resident engagement.
  • Monitor operating costs and collections to align with financial expectations.
  • Champion a resident-centered model that promotes dignity and engagement.
  • Foster a supportive environment for residents and team members alike.
  • Supervise and develop staff to achieve high performance and job satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with sales to enhance occupancy and revenue generation.
  • Lead external business development strategies with clear objectives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided.
  • Life and disability insurance options available.
  • Paid time off and holidays offered.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match included.
  • Opportunities for paid training and career growth.
  • Wellness-related benefits accessible.
  • Support available through Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Full Job Description
Executive Director

Your Role:

As the Executive Director, your role includes providing strategic and operational leadership to ensure exceptional service, financial performance, and a vibrant community culture. You will represent the community externally, foster collaboration internally, and lead by example through clear communication, accountability, and compassionate leadership.

Position Highlights:
  • Status: FULL TIME
  • Schedule: Traditional leadership workweek with flexibility required based on business and operational needs that includes Manager on Duty hours as well as on call for emergency situations
  • Location: 1175 Professional BLVD, Hagerstown, MD 21740
  • Rate of Pay: $97k Annually
  • Travel: 0%

What You'll Do:

Operational Leadership
  • Oversee day-to-day operations across all departments to ensure efficiency, compliance, and alignment with budgeted goals
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational and ownership standards
  • Maintain full responsibility for community financials, budgets, and operational performance metrics
  • Drive achievement of NOI, occupancy, and resident engagement targets
  • Monitor and manage operating costs, labor, and collections in alignment with financial expectations

Customer-Focused Culture
  • Champion a resident-centered model of care that prioritizes service, dignity, and engagement
  • Foster a supportive environment for residents, families, and team members alike
  • Support all program areas-clinical, memory care, dining, and life enrichment-with functional oversight
  • Hold regular Town Hall and/or Resident Council meetings, and ensure family communications and care plan reviews are consistent

Team & Talent Development
  • Provide visible leadership to department heads and community team members
  • Hire, train, develop, and coach staff to achieve high performance and job satisfaction
  • Implement policies and procedures that promote compliance, accountability, and professional growth
  • Support an inclusive, collaborative, and performance-driven work culture

Business Development & Sales Strategy
  • Partner with the sales team to drive occupancy and maximize top-line revenue
  • Contribute to pricing strategy and evaluate local market trends to maintain competitive positioning
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships within the community to support lead generation and referrals
  • Lead external business development strategy with clear accountabilities and measurable outcomes

Assisted Living / Memory Care (as applicable)
  • Ensure compliance with state AL/MC regulations, policies, and resident documentation
  • Lead monthly "at-risk" meetings and family engagement efforts
  • Oversee specialized programming (e.g., SHINE4 Memory Care) to ensure effectiveness
  • Ensure wellness and care plans are properly implemented and tracked

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Hospitality, or related field preferred; degree required in lieu of active state-specific Administrator licensure/certification for Maryland candidates
  • Minimum 3 years of leadership or management experience required, including operational oversight, financial management, team leadership, and customer/client service
  • Executive Director, senior living, healthcare, hospitality, multi-site, or comparable operational leadership experience preferred
  • State-specific Administrator License/Certification required. Maryland-specific: Candidates who do not currently hold an Assisted Living Administrator license may still be considered if enrolled in a Department-approved manager training program within 6 months of employment, in accordance with state regulations. Company-sponsored licensing support available.
  • Demonstrated success in operational leadership, occupancy/census growth, financial performance, and team development preferred
  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills required
  • Experience with Medicaid programs a plus, depending on community/state requirements
  • Participation in rotating on-call schedule and Manager on Duty (MOD) evening/weekend coverage required

Benefits You'll Enjoy

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness-related benefits, and additional support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

JOB CODE: 1007222

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