Job Description
Executive Director Lifespace Communities $154,600.00-$224,200.00+ Annual United States, Kansas, Prairie Village 8101 Mission Road (Show on map) May 27, 2026
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8101 Mission Road Prairie Village, Kansas 66208 Pay Range $154,600.00-$224,200.00+ Annual Lead a Premier Senior Living Community. Inspire Teams. Drive Excellence. At Lifespace Communities, leadership is about more than operations, it's about creating an extraordinary experience for residents, families, and team members every single day. We're looking for a dynamic, high-impact Executive Director who thrives in complex, service-driven environments and knows how to lead people, drive performance, build culture, and elevate resident experience. If you're a strategic leader with a hospitality mindset and a passion for operational excellence, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference while leading a premier senior living community. Why This Role Stands Out Lead a large, highly visible senior living community Influence culture, resident experience, operations, and growth Partner with executive leadership across the organization Build and mentor high-performing leadership teams Competitive compensation + bonus potential Opportunity to grow within a nationally recognized organization What You'll Do As Executive Director, you'll oversee the full operation of the community, leading teams across resident services, healthcare operations, hospitality, dining, sales, financial performance, and team engagement. You will:
Lead and inspire a high-performing leadership team Drive operational excellence and resident satisfaction Partner with sales leadership to achieve occupancy and revenue goals Oversee budgeting, financial performance, and operational metrics Foster strong relationships with residents, families, and team members Support team member growth, engagement, and retention Lead with visibility, accountability, empathy, and energy What We're Looking For We're seeking a proven leader who can successfully lead large-scale operations while delivering exceptional service and building strong teams. Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred 7+ years Executive Director/Administrator experience within a CCRC/Life Plan Community If you're ready to lead with purpose, inspire teams, and drive operational excellence, we'd love to connect with you. Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space. COMPANY OVERVIEW
Lifespace Communities, based in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's top 10 largest nonprofit senior living organizations. Founded in 1976, Lifespace Communities owns and operates 15 continuing care retirement communities in seven states, serving more than 5,200 residents and employing over 4,500 team members. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations. Equal Opportunity Employer If you are excited to learn and grow, be excellent, thrive with your team and deliver personalized experiences you'll enjoy your career with us!
