Executive Director

Life Care Services•Waco, TX

About The Position

LCS is seeking a purpose-driven Executive Director to lead the overall operations at Delaney at Lake Waco. This senior living leader will oversee complex community operations, guide teams, achieve financial and occupancy goals, and build strong relationships with residents, families, employees, healthcare partners, and the local community. The Executive Director provides leadership across resident services, clinical support, dining, maintenance, life enrichment, sales, and administrative functions. The role includes developing department leaders, driving occupancy and financial performance, managing operating budgets, and partnering with regional leadership on organizational goals and long-term strategic initiatives. LCS describes its culture as progressive, collaborative, and focused on hospitality, community involvement, professional growth, and enhancing the lives of seniors. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, vacation time, and potential relocation assistance. Estimated salary is $150,000–$165,000. A post-offer background check, including references, is required. Travel frequency is 0–10%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, hospitality, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience within senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or a related service industry.
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning.
Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills.
Passion for serving older adults and creating exceptional resident experiences.

Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership for all aspects of community operations, including resident services, clinical support, dining, maintenance, life enrichment, sales, and administrative functions.
Lead, mentor, and develop department leaders while building a collaborative and engaged workplace.
Drive occupancy and financial performance through strategic planning and partnership with sales and marketing teams.
Develop and manage operating budgets while ensuring fiscal responsibility.
Build strong relationships with residents, families, employees, healthcare partners, and the local community.
Partner with regional leadership to execute organizational goals and long-term strategic initiatives.