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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$80K - $95K *

Inspire community collaboration as a leader driving youth reconnection efforts. You'll unite diverse stakeholders to enhance education, training, and employment pathways for young people, ensuring las...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in strategic pre-award contracting, driving compliance and operational excellence. Oversee a high-performing team while collaborating across functions to enhance efficiency and support...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's driving innovative oncology solutions while overseeing clinical trials, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to contribute to impactful drug develo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $87K *

Lead the charge in strategic oversight and operational direction across multiple service areas, ensuring compliance and quality improvement while fostering a culture of person-centered care and team d...

Danvers, MARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $146K *

Lead the management of property functions, overseeing capital projects, budgeting, and procurement. Collaborate with senior management to establish policies and ensure efficient operations within the...

St. Paul, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Innovate in AI-native primary care by leading a dynamic medical group. Manage physicians, enhance care delivery, and shape clinical programs while maintaining direct patient care involvement. Drive ex...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $170K *

Partner with us to enhance consultant relationships in healthcare. Drive business growth by cultivating partnerships, optimizing engagement strategies, and aligning internal teams to effectively posit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $220K *

Unlock project management excellence in Global Regulatory Affairs, driving timelines and compliance for drug submissions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate documentation and effective...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading integrated facilities management for a pharmaceutical portfolio. Oversee operations, vendor management, and compliance while driving financial performance and fostering str...

Dallas, TXRemote

5 days ago

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

$152K - $190K *

Lead the charge in product strategy and outcomes across diverse portfolios, connecting customer needs with business objectives. Develop and mentor a team of Product Managers while driving impactful pa...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing health and wellness across communities. You'll lead clinical initiatives, ensure compliance, and drive quality improvements while collaborating with community...

Wilmington, DERemote

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the dual-degree kinesiology program by providing strategic leadership, ensuring academic excellence, and fostering cross-cultural collaboration while teaching and mentoring faculty and stude...

Laramie, WYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $190K *

Lead the charge in incident coordination and response, managing investigations across security breaches, data loss, and privacy incidents. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely resolutions an...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $185K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, manage roadmaps, and enhance customer experiences. Lead product initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals while mentoring j...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in technical program management by leading complex engineering initiatives, enhancing cross-functional collaboration, and improving team productivity in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on equity-centered People Operations. Lead initiatives that enhance employee engagement, streamline processes, and foster a culture of inclusivity while ma...

Boston, MARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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

$108K - $167K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through clinical leadership and operational excellence. Drive quality improvement initiatives and support compliance across multiple bases while...

New York, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by owning the full sales cycle for DSOs and multi-location dental groups, driving growth through the complete Planet DDS catalog while collaborating with a dynamic team and repre...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $176K *

Lead the charge in enhancing editorial excellence by managing a dynamic team, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality publications, and providing expert guidance on writing standards and project mana...

Alameda, CARemote

Yesterday

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

$85K - $90K *

Elevate program effectiveness by supervising staff and ensuring quality care for residents with mental health diagnoses, HIV/AIDS, and substance use histories. Collaborate with clinical teams to devel...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Oversee a portfolio of clinical studies, ensuring compliance and quality. Lead Project Managers in executing complex trials, driving operational efficiency and client satisfaction while leveraging you...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $100K *

Transform virtual learning by leading strategy and development of innovative programs. Collaborate across teams to enhance educational experiences, ensuring quality and scalability while meeting diver...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$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

Today

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

$157K - $298K *

Join a team that's redefining legal support for Fighter & Mobility Programs. Leverage your expertise to advise on complex legal matters, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with stakeholders, making...

East Hartford, CTRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.