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HYRE HARPER Co. lists this Regional Director of Operations (Hospitality) opportunity in albany, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Regional Director of Operations (Hospitality)
Albany, GA; Tifton, GA; Prattville, AL, United States | Posted on 09/28/2026
Bonus/Relocation Offered Performance-based incentives may be offered
State/Province Georgia
Country United States
About Us
HYRE HARPER Co. is a talent acquisition partner supporting multiple companies across hospitality, healthcare, sales, and operations.
We work directly with our client partners to identify and hire professionals who align with their goals, culture, and local market needs.
When you apply through HYRE HARPER Co., you are being considered for a role with one of our client organizations. Additional details about the company and position are outlined below.
At ARK Hospitality, our vision is to positively impact , and our mission is to raise the bar on what relationships, reputation, and returns mean in hospitality.
We deliver results through strong leadership, proven systems, intentional culture, and a commitment to developing people. We believe outstanding guest experiences and owner results are achieved through operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
About the Opportunity
ARK Hospitality is seeking an experienced and results-driven Regional Director of Operations (RDO) to oversee a growing portfolio of select-service, extended-stay, and focused-service hospitality assets across South Georgia and Central Alabama .
This position provides executive-level operational leadership for a multi-property portfolio that includes branded hotels operating within both the Hilton and IHG family of brands, as well as a newer extended-stay lodging concept.
The Regional Director of Operations is responsible for maximizing operational performance, guest satisfaction, employee engagement, financial results, and brand compliance across the assigned region.
This role requires a strategic leader who is equally comfortable working with ownership, General Managers, sales leaders, revenue-management teams, and frontline associates.
Candidates should reside near, or be willing to relocate to, one of the following regions:
Albany, Georgia Area
Tifton, Georgia Area
Montgomery / Prattville, Alabama Area
Leesburg, Georgia Area
Columbus, Georgia Area
Frequent travel between assigned hotels is required.
The Regional Director of Operations serves as the senior operational leader for multiple hotels and is responsible for:
Driving financial performance
Developing General Managers and property leaders
Improving guest satisfaction
Ensuring brand compliance
Supporting revenue growth initiatives
Creating accountability across the portfolio
Operational Leadership
Lead and support multiple hotel General Managers and property leadership teams.
Ensure consistent operational execution across all assigned hotels.
Conduct routine property visits, inspections, and operational reviews.
Develop and implement action plans to improve performance and guest satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with company standards, franchise requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
Oversee capital improvement projects, renovations, property maintenance initiatives, and operational upgrades.
Drive revenue growth, profitability, and financial accountability.
Review property budgets, forecasts, labor costs, and strategic business plans.
Monitor and improve key hotel performance metrics including: Occupancy
ADR
RevPAR
GOP
Labor Productivity
Guest Satisfaction Scores
Partner with General Managers and Revenue Management teams to create improvement strategies.
Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost control.
Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop General Managers and leadership teams.
Create a culture centered on accountability, ownership, learning, and performance.
Support succession planning and leadership development throughout the region.
Assist with recruiting efforts for key operational positions.
Facilitate ongoing training and professional development initiatives.
Guest Experience & Brand Compliance
Promote a guest-focused culture across all properties.
Review guest feedback and satisfaction metrics regularly.
Develop and execute service-improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with brand standards and quality-assurance requirements.
Lead corrective-action initiatives when standards are not met.
Sales, Revenue & Market Performance
Collaborate with sales leadership to grow market share and revenue.
Support business-development initiatives and strategic account relationships.
Review market performance trends and competitor activity.
Ensure sales, operations, and revenue-management teams are aligned on performance objectives.
Ownership & Stakeholder Relations
Serve as a primary operational liaison to ownership groups and stakeholders.
Present operational and financial performance updates.
Lead portfolio review meetings and strategic planning discussions.
Deliver performance analysis and actionable recommendations.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 5+ years of hotel leadership experience.
Minimum of 3+ years of multi-property leadership experience preferred.
Prior experience as one or more of the following: Regional Director of Operations
Area Director of Operations
Area Manager
Regional Manager
Multi-Property General Manager
Strong understanding of hotel operations, guest service, revenue management, and financial performance.
Proven leadership and employee-development experience.
Ability to travel extensively throughout the assigned market.
Brand Experience
Hilton brand experience required.
IHG brand experience strongly preferred.
Experience with select-service, focused-service, and extended-stay lodging concepts preferred.
Budgeting
Forecasting
Labor Management
Capital Planning
Performance Analysis
Expense Control
Strategic Planning
Experience with hospitality technology platforms preferred, including:
Hilton Systems
Hilton ONQ
PEP
IHG Systems
Property Management Systems (PMS)
Revenue Management Platforms
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft PowerPoint
Hotel Performance Reporting Tools
Team Development
Coaching & Mentoring
Change Management
Performance Management
Strategic Thinking
Owner Relations
Communication & Presentation Skills
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Equivalent hospitality leadership experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.
Additional Requirements
Valid driver's license.
Ability to travel frequently, including overnight travel.
Ability to remain available for operational support as business needs require.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented hospitality environment.
Compensation
Travel Reimbursement
Compensation: $95,000+ annually, depending on experience
Benefits Package
ARK Hospitality offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members and their families, including:
401(k) with Company Match
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Professional Development Opportunities
Leadership Training & Development
Continuing Education Support
Wellness Programs
Community Involvement Opportunities
Collaborative and Growth-Focused Culture
About ARK Hospitality
Focused on What Matters: Relationships, Reputation, and Returns
ARK Hospitality is passionate about owner results and committed to building strong teams, intentional culture, and operational excellence across every hotel we serve.
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Worksite address
albany, GA, 31701, US
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