Resident Director Jobs

Explore Resident Director opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Resident Directors lead residential communities and oversee the services, teams, and operations that help residents feel supported and connected. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on student housing, residential life, senior living, or other housing communities.

What Does a Resident Director Do?

Resident Directors guide the day-to-day experience of a residential community. Common responsibilities include supervising staff, developing programs and policies, responding to resident needs, coordinating with families or campus partners, and ensuring that facilities and services meet organizational standards. The position often combines people management, operations, communication, and problem-solving.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek candidates with strong leadership, conflict resolution, communication, and organizational skills. Depending on the setting, qualifications may include a relevant bachelor’s or graduate degree, experience in residential life or housing operations, staff supervision, budget management, and knowledge of safety, compliance, or student-support practices. Requirements vary by organization and level of responsibility.

Resident Director Career Opportunities

Resident Director roles are available across a range of organizations and residential settings. Experienced professionals may advance into senior residence life, housing operations, community management, or broader student affairs and facilities leadership roles. Review each listing for its responsibilities, work setting, compensation, and qualifications.

Find Resident Director Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare Resident Director opportunities by employer, location, and responsibilities, then find roles that align with your leadership experience and career goals.

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$120K - $165K *

Champion compliance excellence by guiding employee benefit consultants on laws affecting health and welfare plans. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to regulations while providing clear commu...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of foreclosure law by leading a high-volume practice, supervising staff, and ensuring client satisfaction while navigating complex legal landscapes and maintaining compliance with fir...

Chattanooga, TNRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $206K *

Advance lifecycle marketing strategies to engage millions of renters, driving revenue and enhancing user experience. Lead a small team while building innovative programs from the ground up, integratin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future by leading regional external affairs strategies, fostering relationships with stakeholders, and driving advocacy initiatives to support growth and community engagement across a multi...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$117K - $259K *

Innovate in quality control and stability oversight, leading analytical testing and compliance efforts across multiple programs to support clinical and commercial development in a dynamic, remote envi...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex clinical trials, ensuring timely execution and adherence to budget. Drive collaboration across teams while maintaining high standards for project delivery and sta...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$141K - $212K *

Deliver strategic oversight and operational management for FDA-mandated REMS programs, ensuring compliance, governance, and collaboration across teams and vendors to enhance program effectiveness and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $255K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading strategic payor relationships and driving reimbursement strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance patient access and optimize coverage for innovat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$246K - $332K *

Transform healthcare by leading national strategic account management efforts. Drive partnerships with key institutions, enhance patient care, and foster cross-functional collaboration to achieve comm...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $181K *

Lead and optimize enterprise data platforms and Salesforce AMS, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Collaborate with stakeholders to align systems with organizational goals while managing...

Washington, DCRemote

2 days ago

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

$120K - $250K *

Transform clinical trials by ensuring patient safety and scientific integrity. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold regulatory standards and optimize study protocols, while providing expert medical...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Champion data-driven insights to enhance reliability assessments of North America's bulk power system. Collaborate with teams to analyze energy data, identify risks, and support the development of cri...

Washington DC, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead Civic & Justice projects, driving design solutions and overseeing construction documentation. Collaborate with clients and consultants to deliver impac...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $158K *

Lead a regional workers' compensation claims organization, driving performance and excellence in adjudication, customer service, and compliance. Foster a culture of improvement and collaboration while...

Lansing, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across flagship accounts, and driving operational efficiency through strategic oversight and collaborat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $177K *

Transform Agile delivery by leading a complex Release Train, fostering collaboration, and driving continuous improvement across teams to achieve strategic business goals through the Scaled Agile Frame...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $348K *

Champion a high-performing, patient-centric sales organization to drive sustainable growth across specialty areas. Inspire collaboration and accountability while enhancing commercial excellence in com...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management excellence by delivering best practices in IT systems integration and infrastructure analysis, ensuring compliance with security standards while supporting the Department of...

Colorado, USRemote

4 days ago

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

$186K - $233K *

Empower the future of real-world analytics by leading programming activities for observational studies, ensuring high-quality deliverables through collaboration with cross-functional teams and innovat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the future of healthcare business operations by driving growth, optimizing performance, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals and...

Exton, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career by building innovative member journey systems from the ground up. Collaborate cross-functionally to design and launch CRM workflows, automations, and campaigns that enhance engagemen...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $262K *

Shape the future of social and community engagement by leading innovative strategies that connect audiences, amplify brand voice, and foster deep engagement through creative campaigns and cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$36K - $251K *

Elevate your career by guiding clients through the mortgage process, leveraging your expertise and network to build relationships, drive referrals, and achieve financial goals in a dynamic, supportive...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate financial integrity by leading accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency across departments. Collaborate with teams to deliver accurate financial reporting and support...

St. Louis, MORemote

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in project management excellence, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget while fostering stakeholder engagement and team developm...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Resident Director?question toggle

    A Resident Director leads a residential community and oversees its staff, operations, programs, and resident support. The exact scope depends on the organization and setting.

  • What does a Resident Director do day to day?question toggle

    Typical duties include supervising residential staff, addressing resident concerns, coordinating community programs, managing operations, and working with other departments or stakeholders.

  • What qualifications do Resident Director jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers may look for a relevant degree, residential or housing experience, leadership and communication skills, and experience with staff supervision, operations, or resident services.

  • Where do Resident Directors work?question toggle

    Resident Directors may work in college and university housing, student residential programs, senior living, and other organizations that operate residential communities.

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

    Browse Resident Director listings on Ladders and review each posting for salary, location, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.