Job Description

At The Waterford on Huebner, a Sonida Senior Living community, we believe great leadership creates great living. We're seeking a purpose-driven Executive Director to lead our team in San Antonio, TX The Waterford on Huebner is a Independent Living Community serving approximately 120 residents.

As Executive Director, you'll own the overall success of the community — from resident experience and team leadership to financial performance and regulatory compliance. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic, hands-on leader who wants full ownership of a community's success.

If you're a purpose-driven leader who thrives on creating meaningful experiences for residents, families, and team members, we'd love to hear from you. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary and a quarterly performance-based incentive — apply today and find your joy.

Why Join the Sonida Family?

• The opportunity to lead a community and see the direct impact of your leadership every day
• Competitive salary plus a quarterly performance-based incentive
• A collaborative regional and corporate support structure invested in your success
• Career growth within a values-driven senior living organization
• A culture grounded in Sonida CARES — Communication, Accountability, Responsiveness, Empathy, and Service. It's not a poster on the wall; it's how we treat each other, our residents, and their families every day.

Job Responsibilities & Qualifications

Leadership & Operations

• Lead all aspects of community operations, ensuring quality, service, occupancy, and financial goals are met
• Recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing community leadership team
• Ensure full regulatory compliance and adherence to company standards across all departments
• Set the tone for a culture of accountability, hospitality, and excellence

Resident Experience

• Oversee resident services, care coordination, and overall resident satisfaction
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, and healthcare providers
• Proactively address concerns and ensure timely, effective resolution
• Champion a community-wide culture of hospitality and service excellence

Sales & Community Growth

• Partner with the Sales Director to drive occupancy and revenue goals
• Lead community outreach, marketing initiatives, and local relationship-building
• Build and protect the community's reputation within the local market

Financial & Business Performance

• Own budget development, expense management, and overall financial performance
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and company policies
• Maximize efficient, effective use of community resources

Qualifications

Required

• 3-5+ years of Executive Director or senior leadership experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality
• State-required Administrator license/certification (where applicable), or ability to obtain
• Proven track record of achieving occupancy, financial, and quality outcomes
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field
• Multi-department operational leadership experience
• Experience managing P&L for a senior living community

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match opportunities
• Paid time off and Holiday Pay
• Company-funded HRA and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Free 24/7 telemedicine services
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Team Member and Resident referral programs
• Company support for continued education and learning opportunities
• Cutting-edge technology that supports your work and enhances resident care:
  • SafelyYou — AI video technology that detects and helps prevent falls
  • Advanced EHR Technologies — automated care assessments that eliminate busy work so you can focus on care
  • Sage — improves call light response time and the quality of service and care