West Ridge Hills & Estates is hiring a Licensed Assisted Living Director (LALD) to lead our assisted living & memory care community in West Saint Paul, MN.
The community is under new ownership and new management. We are building the right leadership structure, strengthening accountability, and setting clear expectations. This role is for a hands‑on leader who understands Minnesota assisted living regulations, financial performance, occupancy management, and team development.
If you are an experienced Executive Director who knows how to run a building - not just manage one - we want to talk.
Position Summary
The Executive Director is responsible for the overall operations of the assisted living community, including:
- Regulatory compliance (MN 144G)
- Budget and financial oversight
- Staff leadership and retention
- Occupancy growth
- Resident satisfaction
- Survey readiness
This position serves as the licensed leader of the community and is accountable for day‑to‑day performance and long‑term stability.
Responsibilities
Operations & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with Minnesota Assisted Living regulations (144G)
- Maintain survey readiness at all times
- Oversee quality assurance, documentation systems, and risk management
- Lead state surveys and corrective action processes
- Monitor policies and procedures for regulatory alignment
Financial Management
- Manage the operating budget and monthly financial performance
- Control labor costs and operational expenses
- Review P&L statements and adjust strategy as needed
- Improve financial performance through strong operational oversight
Leadership & Staffing
- Hire, develop, and hold department leaders accountable
- Build a professional, stable leadership team
- Address performance concerns promptly and appropriately
- Promote a culture of clear expectations and follow‑through
Occupancy & Community Relations
- Partner with sales and referral sources to support occupancy growth
- Maintain strong relationships with hospitals and community partners
- Oversee move‑in process and retention efforts
- Support reputation management within the West Saint Paul area
Resident Experience
- Ensure consistent delivery of quality care and services
- Address resident and family concerns in a timely manner
- Promote engagement programming and resident satisfaction
Qualifications
Required
- Active Minnesota LALD license
- Leadership experience in assisted living, memory care, or long‑term care
- Strong knowledge of Minnesota 144G regulations
- Experience managing budgets and operational performance
- Ability to lead teams and improve accountability
Preferred
- Experience leading a building through state survey
- Proven occupancy growth results
- Strong operational turnaround experience
Compensation & Benefits
- $90,000 – $100,000 annual salary (DOE)
- Performance‑based bonus opportunity
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off
- Professional development support
Why This Role
This is an opportunity to lead a community during a transition to new ownership and new management. The right Executive Director will help reset expectations, strengthen operations, and build a stable, high‑performing team.
We are looking for someone who takes ownership, drives results, and understands what strong assisted living leadership requires.