Housekeeping Director Jobs

Housekeeping Directors lead the teams and operations responsible for clean, safe, comfortable, and welcoming environments. From hotels and resorts to hospitals, senior living communities, and other large facilities, these professionals set service standards, manage budgets, and ensure that spaces meet organizational and regulatory requirements. Explore vetted Housekeeping Director opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Housekeeping Director Do?

A Housekeeping Director oversees department strategy and daily execution. Responsibilities commonly include hiring and developing staff, creating schedules, assigning work, inspecting rooms or facilities, managing supplies and vendor relationships, and tracking labor and operating costs. Directors also coordinate with facilities, guest services, clinical, or operations teams to resolve issues and maintain consistent service.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek leaders with experience in housekeeping, environmental services, hospitality, or facilities operations. Strong candidates bring people-management skills, clear communication, attention to detail, budgeting experience, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with safety practices, sanitation standards, quality assurance, inventory systems, and relevant industry regulations can also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer and work setting.

Where Housekeeping Directors Work

Housekeeping Director roles are found across hotels, resorts, healthcare organizations, senior living, educational institutions, corporate campuses, and residential or facilities-management services. The setting shapes the role: hospitality leaders may focus on guest experience and room readiness, while healthcare and senior living leaders may emphasize sanitation, infection prevention, and resident well-being.

Find Housekeeping Director Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for Housekeeping Director openings and related senior operations roles. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced leaders discover opportunities to advance their careers. Review each listing for specific responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

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$80K - $95K *

Optimize property performance through strategic maintenance leadership, driving safety culture and sustainability. This impactful role necessitates technical expertise and frequent travel to ensure ex...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $155K *

Take ownership of the health, safety, and environmental initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk management for large clients. Leverage comprehensive industry knowledge to influence stakeholders and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate regional commercialization of innovative cell therapies by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing customer engagement, and ensuring optimal patient access while collaborating cross-functi...

Florida, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of K-12 sales by leading a dynamic team of Account Executives. Drive performance through strategic planning, precise forecasting, and collaborative initiatives to achieve growth targe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $105K *

Join us in enhancing safety and culinary quality across diverse operations. This role leads inspections, training, and compliance efforts, driving improvements in food safety and employee competency w...

Prince George, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in hotel operations, driving profitability through strategic revenue generation, cost control, and exceptional guest experiences while fostering employee development and maintaining hi...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$86K - $99K *

Champion aggressive sales growth by building strategic relationships and generating leads in the insurance housing sector. Drive market share expansion through effective communication and innovative s...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$131K - $155K *

Manage multifamily construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, compliance, and budget adherence. Collaborate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to deliver high-qual...

Irvine, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $154K *

Accelerate revenue growth and operational excellence in the Home Center channel. Lead strategic initiatives, manage partnerships, and drive performance metrics while mentoring teams to achieve high-im...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform maintenance and reliability performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead a high-performing team to enhance equipment availability, reduce downtime, and foster a culture of contin...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate revenue growth at a leading hotel by developing competitive pricing, managing inventory, and leading a dynamic revenue management team to optimize yield and enhance market share through str...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$75K - $90K *

Champion the integration of refugees by overseeing program management, ensuring compliance, and providing technical assistance to local partners. Drive quality service delivery and enhance capacity th...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

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

$185K - $225K *

Accelerate your career by leading revenue cycle improvements for healthcare organizations. Drive compliance, enhance financial performance, and foster collaborative teams to achieve impactful client o...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $154K *

Shape the future of sales leadership by driving team performance, managing strategic partnerships, and fostering a culture of growth and accountability. Lead, coach, and execute on data-driven strateg...

Atlanta, GARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $130K *

Optimize waste management operations by leading a team, enhancing service delivery, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive improvements and maintain client relationships while overseeing staf...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $100K *

Drive project success by managing diverse teams and stakeholders, ensuring timely execution of project goals while mitigating risks and maintaining budgets. Leverage your expertise to enhance operatio...

Chandler, AZRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$93K - $110K *

Optimize occupancy planning strategies to enhance space utilization and efficiency across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective solutions and ensure complia...

Topeka, KSRemote

1 week ago

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

$140K *

Lead operational excellence across Independent Living communities, ensuring continuity during transitions. Drive financial performance, enhance resident satisfaction, and support community teams while...

Philadelphia, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $146K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead and inspire multiple retail locations, driving sales and cultivating high-performing teams. Collaborate with store leaders to enhance client experiences and execute str...

Indianapolis, INRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Support the future of facility management by overseeing maintenance, budgeting, and safety programs. Drive operational efficiency and ensure compliance with regulations while managing subcontractor se...

Prince George, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$145K - $155K *

Elevate nursing standards by developing and monitoring clinical programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing training to enhance facility operations and staff performance across multi...

Oregon, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform eDiscovery management by driving operational excellence, ensuring timely project delivery, and enhancing workflow efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold quality standards and fo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading strategic initiatives in benefits, payroll, and automation. Drive impactful change while managing a high-performing team and collaborating ac...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $190K *

Lead the charge in transforming restaurant design, enhancing guest experiences while ensuring operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to create scalable, innovative environments that reflect...

Plano, TXRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare revenue integrity by ensuring compliance and optimizing revenue capture through strategic oversight and collaboration across departments, fostering a culture of accounta...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Housekeeping Director do?question toggle

    A Housekeeping Director leads housekeeping or environmental services operations, including staffing, training, scheduling, inspections, budgets, supplies, and service-quality standards. Duties vary by industry and facility.

  • Where can Housekeeping Directors work?question toggle

    They may work in hotels, resorts, hospitals, senior living communities, schools, corporate facilities, and residential or facilities-management organizations.

  • What qualifications are common for Housekeeping Director jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for relevant housekeeping, hospitality, environmental services, or facilities experience; leadership ability; and strengths in quality control, communication, budgeting, and staff development. Some roles may require industry-specific knowledge or credentials.

  • How much do Housekeeping Directors earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on employer, location, industry, experience, and the scope of the role. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

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

    Search Ladders for Housekeeping Director openings and review listings for salary information, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more.