Assisted Living Director Jobs

Explore Assisted Living Director jobs for experienced senior living professionals ready to lead communities, strengthen resident services, and guide day-to-day operations. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you find leadership roles that align with your experience and career goals.

What Does an Assisted Living Director Do?

An Assisted Living Director oversees the operations and quality of an assisted living community. Responsibilities may include supervising staff, coordinating resident care and services, maintaining regulatory compliance, managing budgets, supporting occupancy and admissions goals, and communicating with residents, families, healthcare providers, and ownership.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek leaders with senior living or healthcare operations experience, strong people-management skills, and a commitment to resident-centered service. Depending on the community and location, roles may require relevant education, state licensure or certification, familiarity with assisted living regulations, and experience with staffing, financial planning, and quality improvement.

Career Opportunities in Senior Living Leadership

Assisted Living Directors work in a variety of community settings, from standalone residences to larger senior living organizations. Their work brings together operations, team development, resident experience, and compliance. Explore related executive and community leadership opportunities to find a role suited to your background.

Find Assisted Living Director Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted Assisted Living Director openings on Ladders and focus your search on professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for salary, location, responsibilities, and qualifications, then apply to opportunities that match your leadership experience.

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$85K - $95K *

Champion community operations by ensuring quality care and financial stability. Lead staff and maintain compliance while fostering resident satisfaction through strategic oversight and collaborative r...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Champion exceptional community operations and care standards while managing budgets, staff, and compliance with regulations. Build strong relationships and inspire teams to deliver high-quality servic...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$77K - $83K *

Shape the future of senior living by bringing your nursing expertise to a dynamic team. Collaborate with dedicated professionals to provide exceptional care and support, ensuring a nurturing environme...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$83K *

Deliver quality nursing care by engaging with patients and supervising CNAs. Monitor patient conditions and ensure compliance with regulations to promote optimal well-being. Collaborate within an inte...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Lead complex affordable housing and community development projects. Drive strategy, financial planning, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$114K - $166K *

Reimagine your impact by leading Environmental Health & Safety initiatives. Oversee compliance programs, collaborate with key stakeholders, and ensure the safety of all operations within a dynamic hea...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $112K *

Unlock potential by managing public health initiatives that enhance workforce development and health equity. Lead strategic programs, oversee stakeholder relationships, and ensure successful project e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care by overseeing nursing operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a supportive environment for staff and patients alike. Your leadership will...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $110K *

Lead the coordination of nursing services, ensuring quality patient care and operational efficiency. Oversee staff training, manage patient flow, and support care teams while adhering to healthcare st...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$87K *

Transform dining services by managing operations, enhancing resident satisfaction, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Lead a team to deliver exceptional food quality while maintaining fina...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of nursing leadership by engaging in a transformative program designed for aspiring Directors of Nursing. Gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and essential skill...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of nursing leadership by participating in a transformative program designed for RNs eager to advance into Director roles, enhancing clinical management skills and driving quality outc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $160K *

Champion the regional strategy for Personal Care Services recruitment, driving hiring outcomes for Home Health Aides and Personal Care Aides. Lead teams, optimize resources, and enhance candidate expe...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading regional recruitment strategies for Personal Care Services. Drive hiring outcomes, enhance candidate experiences, and collaborate with teams to meet caregiver demands acros...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading clinical operations across 3-5 skilled nursing facilities in eastern South Dakota, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality care while managing multiple tea...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $120K *

Innovate health services delivery by leading clinical operations, managing care teams, and ensuring quality resident care. Collaborate with families and healthcare providers to enhance wellness and co...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dedicated team to ensure facility excellence through effective maintenance programs, compliance with safety standards, and proactive project management. Make a significant impact in a dynamic e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing community operations, overseeing personnel, financials, and resident satisfaction. Drive effective leasing strategies and ensure compliance with policies while fostering a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $85K *

Transform community operations by leading personnel, financial management, and resident engagement. Drive strategic leasing and ensure compliance with policies while fostering a positive living enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $100K *

Lead the operations of a housing community, overseeing personnel, financials, and resident satisfaction. Drive effective leasing strategies and ensure compliance with policies while fostering a positi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$81K - $82K *

Empower community operations by managing personnel, finances, and resident relations. Oversee leasing, maintenance, and compliance to enhance property performance and resident satisfaction while leadi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in managing community operations, enhancing resident satisfaction, overseeing staff, and driving financial performance while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations to foster...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $100K *

Shape exceptional dining experiences by leading and managing a team of culinary associates, fostering communication, and ensuring quality service and nutrition while maintaining budgetary goals and ve...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Empower advocacy efforts by developing and executing policy strategies, building relationships with stakeholders, and analyzing legislative impacts to enhance support for individuals with disabilities...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$108K - $118K *

Drive quality care by leading nursing operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing resident care plans. Collaborate with staff to maintain high standards and support continuous impr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Assisted Living Director do?question toggle

    An Assisted Living Director leads an assisted living community’s operations and resident services. The role may involve supervising staff, coordinating care, managing budgets, maintaining regulatory compliance, and working with residents and their families.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Assisted Living Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and state. Many positions seek senior living or healthcare leadership experience, staff-management and operations skills, and knowledge of relevant regulations. Some may require specific education, licensure, or certification.

  • How much do Assisted Living Director jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, experience, employer, and the scope of the position. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary details.

  • Where do Assisted Living Directors work?question toggle

    They typically work in assisted living communities and senior living organizations, including standalone residences and multi-community operators.

  • How can I find Assisted Living Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Assisted Living Director openings and review listings for compensation, location, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.