About this opportunity
American College of Education lists this Executive Director- Senior Living opportunity in ridgeland, Mississippi. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Career Opportunities with Ridgeland Place Assisted Living and Memory Care
Careers At Ridgeland Place Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Department: RIDGELAND PLACE ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE
Join us to create the best life for yourself and our residents!
At Pegasus Senior Living, we are united by our passion to celebrate and enhance the lives of our residents with kindness and integrity. We strive to create a lifestyle that is vibrant, joyful, and unexpected — and it starts with strong, dedicated leadership at every community.
About the Role
Ridgeland Place is seeking an experienced Executive Director to provide proactive leadership, overall direction, and management of all aspects of our community. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in senior living operations and a deep understanding of the regulatory, clinical, and resident-care intricacies that come with leading an assisted living and/or memory care community.
Reporting to the Regional Director of Operations, the Executive Director will be responsible for day-to-day operations including service provision, financial performance, human resources, licensure compliance, clinical oversight, sales, marketing, and census development. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who is passionate about creating exceptional experiences for residents, families, and team members alike.
What You'll Do
Champion the Pegasus mission, vision, and culture within your community
Partner with Executive Leadership to develop strategic business plans and operating budgets that drive financial performance
Lead, mentor, and hold the community leadership team accountable for achieving operational and organizational goals
Recruit, hire, train, and retain a high-performing leadership team
Oversee quality initiatives to ensure continuous improvement across all aspects of care delivery
Maintain full compliance with licensure, accreditation, and all local, state, and federal regulations
Be a visible, engaged presence in the community — spending meaningful time daily with residents and team members
Drive sales and census development through active participation in sales activities and partnership with the Sales Director
Serve as a trusted resource for residents, families, and associates
Build positive relationships with the broader community, including referral sources and local business leaders
What You Bring
A genuine passion for serving and advocating for seniors
3-5+ years of management experience in senior living (assisted living and/or memory care strongly preferred)
Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, Hospitality Management, Business, or related field preferred
Strong financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, P&Ls, and operating expenses
Working knowledge of senior living regulations, risk management, and best practices
Proven track record of improving key performance metrics: safety, quality of care, resident satisfaction, and employee engagement
Healthcare or senior living sales experience preferred
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and varying schedules as needed
Why Pegasus Senior Living?
Competitive salary plus bonus potential of up to 25% of annual salary based on achieving community performance targets
Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Career growth opportunities within a growing organization
A supportive, mission-driven culture where you're known by name
At Pegasus Senior Living, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inspiring, professional environment that reflects excellence — for our residents and our team.
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Worksite address
ridgeland, MS, 39158, US
Who can apply
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