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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading commercial strategy and sales for Hyatt Studios hotels. Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities, enhance performance, and drive revenue across a diverse portfolio...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects for clients, ensuring seamless execution from initiation to completion. Collaborate across teams, facilitate discussions, and deliver exceptional experienc...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead strategic outreach initiatives that enhance security protections for governmental entities. Drive customer engagement through education and marketing of Managed Security Services, whil...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $162K *

Join a dynamic team to lead construction administration projects, ensuring seamless execution from design to closeout. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage client relations, and drive project success...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$195K - $244K *

Unlock your potential as a Global Regulatory Leader, driving regulatory strategy and submissions for CNS projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance w...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$209K - $313K *

Lead regional medical strategy by fostering key stakeholder relationships, optimizing patient-centric initiatives, and ensuring alignment with business goals to enhance healthcare outcomes and collabo...

Washington, DCRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$194K - $266K *

Champion patient engagement strategies by leading a dynamic team focused on optimizing recruitment and retention across clinical trials. Drive performance, enhance collaboration, and ensure successful...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in delivering enterprise software implementation projects, managing scope, budget, and relationships, while driving innovation using AI technologies to enhance efficiency and client sa...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$160K *

Drive innovative policy strategies for clean energy and electrification, managing a remote team of advocates while engaging diverse stakeholders to achieve ambitious multi-year goals in targeted North...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic initiatives by leading cross-functional projects that enhance operational performance and ensure successful execution across the organization. Facilitate collaboration and embed best p...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations across multiple distribution centers, ensuring reliability and efficiency in a dynamic 24x7 logistics environment while driving performance and cli...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

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

$122K - $184K *

Drive operational excellence by leading physician practices in Ohio. Collaborate with clinical and regional teams to enhance performance, accountability, and patient experience while translating data...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's focused on leveraging data to drive growth and enhance our subscription service. You'll analyze metrics, implement changes, and collaborate across teams to optimize user experience...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading financial strategy and operations for innovative service lines. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance profitability, oversee budgeting, and drive growth initiativ...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Drive national fundraising strategy and donor engagement to secure vital support for survivors of gender-based violence. Collaborate with leadership to enhance revenue growth and build a strong cultur...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$87K - $122K *

Champion project success by leading a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective coordination, technical direction, and delivery of sustainable development initiatives in climate-vulnerable regions, a...

Vancouver, BCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $215K *

Transform your career by leading regional sales efforts for a groundbreaking product. Drive performance, build a high-performing team, and engage with key healthcare providers in a fast-paced, entrepr...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading large teams, ensuring strategic alignment, and driving patient recruitment while mitigating risks in clinical operations for successful study execution...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Grow and strengthen strategic relationships with healthcare systems to drive business success. Optimize networking and sales strategies to secure new contracts and expand our reach within the healthca...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$121K - $155K *

Lead integrated campaigns and client relationships, driving strategy and execution across teams. Foster collaboration, optimize performance, and ensure client satisfaction while managing budgets and t...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth in our cybersecurity business by managing the full sales cycle, engaging prospects, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver tailored solutions that meet complex security needs and...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$91K - $121K *

Shape the future of project management by leading enterprise initiatives, establishing standards, and ensuring effective execution of organizational priorities in a remote setting...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $250K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare operations across multiple sites, managing a diverse team to enhance profitability and efficiency while fostering strategic relationships with C-suite executiv...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $177K *

Drive a culture of safety by managing and enhancing safety programs across multiple plants. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance, conduct audits, and mentor safety professionals, aiming fo...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.