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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$95K - $120K *

Transform the future of youth development by leading fundraising, program delivery, and community engagement initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure growth and sustainability while foster...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$185K - $218K *

Join a visionary leader in conservation strategy, driving fundraising and high-impact initiatives across Michigan and the Midwest, while cultivating relationships with diverse stakeholders to fulfill...

Michigan, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$78K - $107K *

Drive financial integrity by managing complex accounting tasks, preparing reports, and influencing departmental strategy. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and accuracy while providing valua...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $160K *

Shape the future of firefighter PPE by developing strategic relationships with fire departments and industry stakeholders across North America. Drive growth and awareness of Nomex® and Kevlar® solutio...

Alpharetta, GARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $195K *

Lead the strategy and execution of commercial drug product manufacturing, ensuring operational performance and supply security while collaborating across teams to develop effective manufacturing plans...

San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in transforming financial operations while ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, manage audits, and drive strategic initiative...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your recruiting career by leading high-impact searches for Director-level and above roles. Collaborate with senior leaders to shape talent strategies, drive full-cycle recruiting, and build ex...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing D365 programs, ensuring client satisfaction and project success. Oversee teams, drive commercial growth, and align solutions with business goals while maintaining strong re...

New Jersey, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$146K - $160K *

Transform utility project management by leading strategic right-of-way initiatives, enhancing relationships, and ensuring delivery excellence across multiple programs to drive long-term success and op...

Ohio, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $185K *

Champion client engagement success by overseeing RWD project delivery, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining strategic communication across teams to foster long-term client satisfaction and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of recruitment by building a market strategy, developing client relationships, and managing the full recruitment lifecycle to drive success and revenue growth in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$136K - $187K *

Unlock potential by serving as a vital resource for patients and caregivers, providing education and support for managing generalized Myasthenia Gravis while coordinating treatment and navigating insu...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $157K *

Empower your career by leading recoupment claim management and BOT automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance while managing multiple p...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Champion client relationships and optimize pharmaceutical distribution projects, leveraging extensive industry expertise to deliver high-quality solutions and insights while managing multiple accounts...

Florida, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $210K *

Drive quality excellence in clinical programs by overseeing compliance, risk management, and vendor oversight. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure adherence to GCP regulations and lead inspection...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Join a team that's transforming oncology care by promoting innovative treatments and building strong relationships with healthcare professionals. Drive brand value and ensure patient access while lead...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $254K *

Lead the charge in managing clinical trials from initiation to closeout, ensuring project deliverables meet quality, time, and cost expectations while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to dri...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $225K *

Transform relationships with key opinion leaders in rare neurological diseases, providing strategic insights and guidance to inform brand strategies and enhance engagement across medical and commercia...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $93K *

Drive operational excellence as a Deputy Program Manager, overseeing a nationwide respite care program for military families. Ensure compliance, manage intake processes, and lead a dedicated team to d...

Arlington, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage diverse data center projects from design to construction, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Collaborate with global teams and clients, leveraging your engineering expertise to drive innovat...

Arlington, VARemote

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of data center design by leading diverse teams in delivering high-quality projects. Leverage your expertise in engineering and project management to drive innovation and client satisf...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead and enhance day-to-day accounting operations, focusing on accounts payable, receivable, and cash management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, timely transactions while...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $144K *

Champion strategic global payer partnerships to drive revenue growth and enhance international patient access. Leverage market intelligence and cross-functional collaboration to develop a robust pipel...

Somerville, MARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Explore innovative AI workflow solutions aimed at enhancing business processes. Collaborate with various teams to identify challenges, prototype solutions, and guide projects from conception to produc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$95K - $125K *

Optimize HR excellence in the Midwest by driving talent development, enhancing employee engagement, and supporting General Managers in fostering a high-performance culture. Act as a strategic partner...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business 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.