Assistant Executive Director of Residential Services

The Arc of Ocean County•Brick Township, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arc of Ocean County is seeking an executive leader to guide Residential Services and support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living full, meaningful lives. The role combines strategic leadership, operational oversight, quality improvement, fiscal management, and team development. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Assistant Executive Director leads Residential Services and maintains executive oversight of the Agency's Maintenance Department. This is a full-time, on-site position in Brick, New Jersey. The successful candidate must live within a commutable distance to the Brick office; relocation expenses are not provided. The position oversees residential operations across multiple locations, establishes strategic priorities, coordinates admissions and referrals with the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) and Support Coordination Agencies, and promotes consistent, person-centered services. The Assistant Executive Director leads and mentors Directors and Assistant Directors, partners with executive leadership, and represents the Agency with regulators, community organizations, families, and other stakeholders. The role also provides executive oversight of licensing, Medicaid, accreditation, and funding compliance; directs Quality Assurance; and uses performance information to drive improvement and informed decisions. Fiscal responsibilities include developing, managing, and monitoring departmental budgets. Facilities oversight covers the condition and safety of facilities, equipment, vehicles, and grounds, as well as regulatory compliance, long-term improvements, capital projects, and preventive maintenance. The Arc of Ocean County has served individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for more than 70 years. This leadership opportunity offers the ability to influence organizational strategy, develop future leaders, and strengthen the people, programs, and systems that support quality residential services.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Special Education, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least seven years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
At least five years of progressively responsible leadership experience managing multiple programs and supervisory staff.
Demonstrated experience with budgeting, strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and organizational leadership.
Strong knowledge of DDD regulations, Medicaid requirements, and residential service delivery.
Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
Valid New Jersey driver's license.
Must live within a commutable distance to the Brick, New Jersey office.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.

Responsibilities

Guide the overall operation of Residential Services across multiple residential locations, maintaining quality, person-centered supports.
Establish and carry out strategic priorities to strengthen operations, improve service quality, and enhance organizational performance.
Oversee admissions, referrals, and service coordination in collaboration with DDD and Support Coordination Agencies.
Promote effective, consistent, person-centered residential service practices.
Lead, coach, and mentor Directors and Assistant Directors, fostering accountability, teamwork, professional growth, and improvement.
Partner with executive leadership on organizational priorities and long-term strategies.
Represent the Agency with regulatory bodies, community organizations, families, and other stakeholders.
Build relationships that advance the Agency's mission and strengthen organizational collaboration.
Maintain executive oversight of compliance with licensing, Medicaid, accreditation, and funding standards.
Direct Quality Assurance by reviewing performance measures, identifying improvement opportunities, and implementing system-wide enhancements.
Use organizational performance information to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets.
Provide executive oversight of the Maintenance Department, including facilities, equipment, vehicles, and grounds.
Ensure maintenance operations meet regulatory requirements and support safe, well-maintained environments.
Plan long-term facility improvements, capital projects, and preventive maintenance initiatives with executive leadership.