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Director of Operations Management

LCS
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Job Description

Are you a passionate and dynamic leader ready to make a meaningful impact in senior living? LCS is looking for a Director of Operations Management to support & coordinate the day-to-day operations of Life Care Services properties for the Rental portfolio. This individual will interface with senior management, sponsors of senior living communities, and community management staff while planning, directing, developing and implementing Life Care Services management systems within a controlled atmosphere. This person will also develop new management strategies and make recommendations based upon constructive analysis.

  • Experience is Everything;

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you'll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative work space. You'll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of the seniors.

The Role :

  • Interview, hire, discipline, supervise, teach and direct immediate subordinates who are Executive Directors of senior living communities
  • Review, evaluate, and make recommendations concerning the operational and financial performance of senior living communities
  • Serve as a liaison between Life Care Services and sponsors of senior living communities
  • Work with Executive Directors and Financial Services department to prepare annual operating and capital expense budgets for approval by supervisor and VP / Director of Operations Management or SVP / Director of Operations Management
  • Ensure that all company policies and procedures, including marketing, clinical, management and accounting are implemented and followed
  • Work with Executive Directors to collaboratively develop community goals and objectives, and monitor progress monthly
  • Attend board meetings and scheduled owner's meetings as directed by supervisor
  • Conduct performance evaluations on subordinates and make appropriate recommendations based on evaluations
  • Coordinate, conduct, and evaluate quality assurance studies and resident satisfaction surveys as required
  • Institute and monitor systems of cost containment
  • Mentor, coach, teach and team build individual community Executive Directors and their teams, as required
  • Experience and Qualifications :

  • Five years' progressive experience in management, in the area of senior living services with multi- community oversight responsibility
  • A four year degree from an accredited college or university in the area of business administration, accounting, finance, gerontology, healthcare administration, or related field
  • Strong planning, budgeting, performance management, employer relations, communications skills
  • Experience dealing with employees from all divisions / departments of the company at all levels
  • Strong decision-making and negotiating ability, administrative skills and confidentiality is expected of all upper management level.
  • Demonstrated skills and abilities to effectively manage, supervise, train and communicate with community personnel
  • Why LCS?

    Industry leader. The Nation's third-largest senior living operator, ranked number one in customer satisfaction among senior living communities.

    Inclusive and collaborative culture. We're dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion and have an engaged Diversity and Inclusion Council focused on creating awareness and educating employees on inclusivity. In addition, LCS creates a collaborative culture that provides an exceptional experience for every employee.

    Top Workplace USA : LCS has earned the Top Workplaces USA award for several consecutive years and is recognized for our strong company culture and engaged workforce.In addition, LCS earned ten culture excellence awards in areas such as DE&I practices, top managers, professional development and clued-in leaders, to name a few.

    Top Workplace Iowa : LCS employees truly believe we are an employer choice. This recognition, for 4 years running, is in large part due to the culture of excellence that our employees help deliver every single day.

    Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time. We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(k) with company match and paid parental leave.

    Charity and community involvement. We are recognized as a national team for the Alzheimer's Association and consistently a top contributor to United Way. We also support our employee's individual community contributions and provide opportunities to get involved at our corporate locations and in our communities.

    Outstanding advancement opportunities. LCS is growing and we think you should too. Our company growth allows for internal growth opportunities across all of our business lines.

    Ongoing career development. Onsite education opportunities, education assistance, and continuing education credits allow LCS employees to keep their knowledge of current industry changes relevant.

    LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You'll see this commitment in our people. They're talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed-strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and creating lasting value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website : www.lcsnet.com

    Travel Frequency : 50-75%

    Estimated Salary Range : $148,000 - $185,000

    The actual title & salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and other relevant factors.

    A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES, IS REQUIRED

    LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Salary : $148,000 - $185,000

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