Job Description
Executive Director
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day Shift
Wage: $110-$115K DOE
Location: Avamere at Rio Rancho,1000 Riverview Drive SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
As the Executive Director at Avamere at Rio Rancho, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for our Assisted Living and Memory Care community, fostering a culture of excellence, compassion, and service. This role is responsible for resident and family satisfaction, team development, financial performance, regulatory compliance, and community engagement. The Executive Director partners with residents, families, and team members to create a welcoming environment where seniors can thrive while ensuring the highest standards of care, hospitality, and quality of life. Join a team dedicated to enhancing lives every day in a vibrant community nestled in the heart of Rio Rancho.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the overall administration of the community, including strategic planning, goal setting, financial activities, and reporting
- Maintain excellent service quality and occupancy targets and meet corporate financial goals within established budgetary guideline
- Provide leadership in developing and implementing systems for efficient and comprehensive service and patient care
- Ensure accountability, communication, and good working relationships with team members
- Direct ongoing activity for community relations director to meet occupancy goals.
- Ensure compliance of programs and community with regulatory agencies (city, state and federal)
- Assist TA team in the hiring process of community personnel
- Complete on-going training as assigned and as required by state licensure
- Stay informed of health industry trends and monitor standards and compliance
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
- Complete other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in the health industry, business or gerontology preferred unless state requires an advanced degree
- Meet state requirements for Assisted Living Executive Director position
- Must have or obtain (within 30-days of employment) First Aid & CPR Certification
- Must obtain a Food Handlers Card within 30 days of employment
- Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with elders
- Two years’ experience in a supervisory capacity, preferably in a retirement or assisted living community
- Experience managing high quality senior living communities with demonstrated success in meeting financial goals specific to assisted or independent living communities
- Knowledgeable of Assisted Living operational standards
- Must be familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines governing personnel administration
- Able to make independent decisions and work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel
- Able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and the public
Benefits:
We believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind—so you can focus on making a difference every day.
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. - Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
- Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
- Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services.
The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.
