State Veterans Home Administrator

Job ID: 29777

Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs- Michael J. Fitzmaurice South Dakota

Location: Hot Spring, SD

Salary: Depending on experience

Pay Grade: N

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Join Our Team as the Administrator of Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a dynamic, experienced leader to serve as the Administrator for the Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (MJFSVH), a 100-bed, licensed long-term care facility nestled in the scenic Black Hills. This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary healthcare leader to oversee and shape the future of care at a facility dedicated to honoring the lives of veterans.

As the Administrator, you will be at the helm of a campus that prioritizes exceptional care and quality of life for its residents. You will have the opportunity to lead a team committed to excellence in long-term care while fostering a culture that aligns with the facility's mission. Your leadership will drive operational excellence, financial stewardship, and high-quality healthcare programs while enhancing the overall resident experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management: Oversee the daily operations of the facility, ensuring all departments work cohesively to deliver top-tier care to residents. You will play a crucial role in setting the vision and strategy for the facility, aligning the team with the mission, and holding staff accountable to high performance standards.
• Financial Oversight: Manage the facility's budget, fiscal responsibilities, and financial performance to ensure efficient use of resources while maintaining financial health.
• Healthcare Program Oversight: Monitor and direct a variety of health services programs to meet the needs of residents while staying compliant with state and federal regulations.
• Policy Development: Develop, implement, and evaluate policies that ensure smooth operations and high standards of care across all departments.
• Cross-Functional Management: Provide oversight for key functions including medical logistics, human resources, physical plant management, and emergency/disaster planning.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay current on and implement federal and state standards and policies to ensure the facility consistently meets or exceeds regulations.
• Community Engagement: Act as a liaison with community partners, state, federal, and private agencies to advocate for the facility and its residents.

Who We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate is a proven leader with a deep passion for delivering high-quality care to seniors, especially veterans. If you have experience in long-term care administration and a solid understanding of the complexities of healthcare management, we want to hear from you!

• Leadership Expertise: Demonstrated experience in leading diverse teams of professionals, including direct care staff, maintenance, and administrative personnel.
• Knowledge of Long-Term Care: A strong understanding of long-term care administration, Medicare and Medicaid procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Financial Acumen: Experience managing budgets and financial performance in a healthcare setting, ensuring sustainability and growth.
• Team Development: Proven ability to develop, mentor, and lead a skilled team, creating an environment that supports professional growth and continuous improvement.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including representing the facility during legislative sessions as needed.
• Veterans’ Care Knowledge: An interest in learning about the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ systems and policies to ensure exceptional care for our nation’s veterans.

Why This Position?

• Impactful Role: This is a unique opportunity to serve and make a meaningful difference in the lives of veterans while managing a respected, high-quality facility.
• Beautiful Location: The facility is situated in the heart of the Black Hills, offering a peaceful, scenic environment for both residents and staff.
• Professional Growth: You’ll have the chance to grow professionally in a role that combines leadership, healthcare innovation, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation, and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=V0

You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources

Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us

http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"