Executive Director

Cogir of Gilbert•Gilbert, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, oversees a network of senior living communities across 11 states. As a leader in senior housing, Cogir is dedicated to growth while maintaining a commitment to exceptional care for residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for its team members. The company's culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence. The Executive Director holds full accountability for overseeing all community operations, ensuring the quality of care and services. This includes maintaining financial stability, managing budgets and cash flow, overseeing staffing, and handling daily operations in line with government guidelines. The role fosters an environment of high standards of care and builds strong relationships with staff, department leaders, residents, providers, and family members, while ensuring strict compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.

Requirements

Must be a Licensed Administrator (if state regulations require) in good standing and/or meet all applicable federal and state license requirements.
At least 5 years of experience in a progressive leadership role in a senior living operation is required.
An understanding and compliance with all federal, state, and local resident rights regulations.
Demonstrated expertise in budget management and financial planning. Ability to develop, monitor, and optimize budgets aligned with organizational goals.
Knowledge of various computer systems and CRM software and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Proven ability to build, lead, and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and a passion for serving seniors.
A high degree of accuracy in all assignments, ability to manage time effectively, and high integrity.
Capacity to work evenings and/or weekends and be on-call 24/7.
Must possess a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree in business, healthcare, nursing, or human services is preferred, or a combination of education and experience in a supervisory role in a senior living, healthcare, or hospitality environment.
Hospitality experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

On-site executive for all operations, acting as contact for all staff, residents, prospects, community organizations, government agencies, and the public.
Supervise, direct, and motivate all department directors, supervisors, and staff. Maintain training and morale.
Maintain a high degree of resident satisfaction through consistently delivering high-quality services.
Lead the development and implementation of all community sales and operations strategies and tactics, consistent with the company's objectives.
Understand the community's care regulations and support the Resident Care Program by regularly meeting with the clinical department head to discuss and address issues or concerns.
Manage the community's budget and cash flow, maintain budget accountability, and aggressively anticipate and minimize negative budget variances and deficits.
Provide leadership for staff and residents, proactively solving problems and issues.
Act as the main property contact for Cogir Senior Living corporate staff, maintaining positive relationships.
Maintain current departmental policies, procedures, and licenses, following company, federal, state, and local requirements.
Review all employee hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, and terminations with attention paid to retaining quality personnel.
Maintain the building grounds and property by supervising preventative maintenance systems and programs and conducting frequent inspections.