Position Summary

The Operations Director at Kisco Senior Living is a key member of the Operations Team, serving as an operational leader and strategic partner for assigned communities. This role ensures alignment with company goals, operational consistency, and Kisco’s Principles, Values, and Beliefs (PVBs). The Operations Director provides direct support to Executive Directors and community leaders, drives performance, and supports enterprise initiatives including acquisitions, new openings, and brand standards.

Standards of Excellence

• Model Kisco’s Principles, Values, and Beliefs (PVBs) in all actions and decisions.

• Build strong relationships with residents, families, associates, and partners.

• Demonstrate professionalism, hospitality, and service excellence in all interactions.

Essential Functions

• Partner with SVP Operations and Operations Leaders to ensure timely delivery of home office and community objectives.

• Provide direct support to Executive Directors, Hospitality Services Directors, and Assistant Executive Directors in operations, leadership development, and training.

• Conduct community operations reviews, providing coaching, analysis, and action planning.

• Support acquisitions, expansions, and integration planning.

• Analyze operational and financial performance to ensure alignment with business goals.

• Facilitate communication between home office and community leadership through meetings, calls, and reporting.

• Assist in developing annual budgets and business plans in collaboration with community leaders.

• Contribute to associate development programs such as onboarding and leadership training.

• Lead special projects and cross-functional initiatives to ensure effective execution.

• Ensure compliance with regulations, company standards, and industry best practices.

• Represent Operations in conferences, training sessions, and strategic planning.

• Manage and maintain Operations documents, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and accessibility.

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Executive Director or comparable senior leadership role in senior living, hospitality, or healthcare.

• Proven success in managing financial performance, budgets, and operational outcomes.

• Multi-site leadership and project management experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong business acumen and ability to analyze financial data.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop leaders across multiple communities.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Effective communicator with residents, associates, regulators, and partners.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital collaboration platforms.

• High energy, adaptability, and professionalism in dynamic environments.

• Must be able to travel extensively to communities Nationwide.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Direct supervision of 2–4 Executive Directors, with indirect oversight of broader community management teams.

What’s in it for me? (Great Question!)

• Competitive pay: $165,000-$175,000/Yr. Based on Experience
• Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental
• Matching 401k 
• Paid Time Off
• Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
• Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

What do we do?

We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 34 years.

 All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process, which includes successfully passing a drug screen, a job specific-related physical, a TB test, and a background check. If selected for employment, the company will cover the cost of these pre-hire requirements.

*Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer