Executive Director

Brookdale Smithfield is hiring an Executive Director to lead daily operations, associate relations, resident engagement, financial performance, and regulatory compliance for our Senior Living community that supports Assisted Living & Memory Care. The Executive Director will work with the district team to grow revenue and profitability, build an inclusive community culture, and uphold the highest quality of resident care.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations, interacting with staff, residents, prospects, and families.
• Develop and execute the community business plan, operating and capital budgets, and performance reviews in partnership with the district team.
• Supervise, direct, and motivate community staff; cultivate teamwork, inclusive culture, and appropriate staffing levels.
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain associates; manage promotions, development plans, and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain resident satisfaction and retention; lead resident surveys, resolve issues, and leverage satisfied residents for occupancy growth.
• Collaborate with the community clinical leader to ensure appropriate care services and compliance with legal requirements.
• Demonstrate financial acumen to meet or exceed revenue and profitability targets, manage expenses, and explore revenue enhancement opportunities.
• Drive sales and marketing efforts to achieve occupancy and revenue objectives through new business, lead generation, and community marketing.
• Build relationships with local influencers, professionals, community groups, and government agencies to elevate the community profile.
• Oversee building, grounds, and property maintenance to meet company standards; enforce current company policies and maintain required licenses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of operational leadership experience in senior living or related facility.
• Valid administrator license in required states; valid driver’s license and access to a private vehicle for business use.
• Strong leadership, analytic, communication, and decision‑making skills.
• Knowledge of senior living industry, Microsoft software proficiency, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, and interact with residents and vendors; availability for occasional weekend, evening, or night work.

Benefits & Compensation

• Base pay range determined by skills and experience.
• Eligible for annual bonus incentive and sales referral bonuses.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) plans.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and optional voluntary benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement, adoption benefit, employee discounts, and referral program.
• Opportunity to receive equity grants under the long‑term incentive plan.

Brookdale offers opportunities for veterans, transitioning active‑duty personnel, and military spouses, and supports naturalization applications for qualified associates.

Brookdale is an equal‑opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace.