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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$125K - $150K *

Champion strategic partnerships with key opinion leaders in nephrology, driving impactful engagement and collaboration across teams to support the growth of FILSPARI® and enhance brand influence in th...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $175K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence across client portfolios, ensuring governance, performance management, and continuous improvement. Drive client satisfaction and financial account...

Chicago, ILRemote

5 days ago

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

$132K - $171K *

Transform the sales landscape by leading a dynamic team, driving results through strategic coaching, and enhancing engagement with Eye Care Practitioners to achieve growth and innovation in the health...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $105K *

Optimize customer relationships by driving RQI portfolio adoption and renewals. Achieve new order targets while ensuring customer account health through consultative methodologies and relationship bui...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $160K *

Inspire and lead a dynamic team of Center Directors across multiple childcare centers, driving quality, customer relationships, and business growth while ensuring exceptional educational experiences f...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing childcare quality across multiple centers. Lead and mentor Center Directors, drive business growth, and foster strong community relationships while ensuring e...

Washington, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to manage relationships with enterprise clients, ensuring seamless onboarding and long-term growth. Collaborate across functions to drive program success and navigate complex stake...

New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $216K *

Transform program administration for a large federal services initiative, overseeing workforce planning, financial operations, and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational eff...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$121K - $167K *

Lead the evolution of real estate applications by designing and implementing innovative technology solutions, enhancing system reliability, and driving proactive support across Yardi platforms and int...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$135K - $180K *

Unlock potential by managing key relationships with insurance partners, overseeing operations, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic, team-focused environment. Thrive in a collaborative setting that dr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $278K *

Champion innovative patient recruitment strategies to enhance clinical trial engagement and retention. Lead a dynamic team, leveraging data and technology to optimize enrollment across diverse therape...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $189K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of pharmaceutical quality by leading compliance initiatives and building a robust Quality Management System to support innovative therapies in a dynamic, collabor...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Manage clinical trial operations, ensuring compliance and performance across protocols. Oversee submissions, budgets, and team coordination while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders...

Quebec, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $113K *

Transform policy initiatives by leading cross-divisional efforts to enhance operational excellence. Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to develop strategic goals and implement impactful prog...

Madison, WIRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic agency by leading complex client campaigns. Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality result...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing clinical supply chain strategies, ensuring seamless material availability for global trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in VDC delivery across a regional portfolio of commercial construction projects. Set execution standards, manage a team of VDC professionals, and ensure field-relevant results while fo...

Henderson, NVRemote

2 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Champion operational excellence in clinical trials by leading a team of Clinical Trial Managers. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and enhance sponsor relationships while delivering stud...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$260K - $270K *

Unlock your potential as a Psychiatrist, providing advanced outpatient care via virtual platforms. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive treatment for diverse psychiatric c...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$210K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to lead clinical operations, ensuring quality care and compliance across medical specialties. Collaborate with management and providers to enhance communication and operational eff...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing client projects, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within budget while fostering excellent customer service and collaboration across teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock operational excellence by managing administrative functions, recruiting, and onboarding for a growing inpatient practice. Collaborate with leadership to enhance staffing models and ensure compl...

Silver Spring, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive client success by supporting performance reporting systems, ensuring data accuracy, and facilitating new advisor integrations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Proactively enhance proc...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team managing diverse bridge projects, where you'll lead planning, design, and construction efforts while mentoring junior staff and fostering client relationships. Joi...

Grayling, MIRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower growth by leading diverse bridge projects, enhancing client relations, and mentoring a talented team. Drive project planning, design, and management, while fostering innovation in our Design S...

Mount Pleasant, MIRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.