Regional Executive Director (LALD Required) - Operations
Waconia, United States | Posted on 04/28/2026
Job Title:
Regional Administrator (LALD) – Senior Living Operations Leader | Multi-Site Oversight
Company: Sunflower Communities
Schedule: Full-Time, including scheduled weekends, on-call responsibilities, and limited holidays
Locations: Oversight of assisted living and memory care communities in Waconia, Elmore, and Sartell, Minnesota
Compensation:
$180,000 annually + performance-based bonus potential
To Apply: Email Tom Lecy at tom.lecy@hhcare.net with your resume, leadership credentials, measurable results, and your vision for driving culture, compliance, and growth across Sunflower Communities.
Lead, Build, and Elevate Senior Living Operations
Sunflower Communities is seeking a
high-impact Regional Administrator (LALD)
to lead multi-site operations across assisted living and memory care communities. This is a
hands‑on, executive‑level role
designed for a proven leader who can drive
regulatory excellence, occupancy growth, and leadership development
while maintaining a strong, resident‑centered culture.
This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in
multi‑site oversight, operational strategy, and team development , and is excited to play a key role in
stabilizing and scaling communities , including the continued growth of our Sartell location.
Regional Leadership Scope
Lead
multi-site operations
across assisted living and memory care communities.
Build and implement
training, onboarding, and leadership development programs .
Set expectations for
culture, accountability, and performance
across all locations.
Oversee
staffing strategy, retention, and leadership bench strength .
Own
regulatory compliance, survey readiness, and risk mitigation .
Ensure consistent
resident‑centered care and dementia‑capable programming .
Drive
occupancy growth, census development, and move‑in conversion .
Manage
budgets, labor performance, agency usage, and cost control .
Maintain compliance with
Minnesota Assisted Living Licensure, BELTSS, and MDH standards .
Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
Conduct
routine site visits, audits, and operational reviews
using KPIs and dashboards.
Support
new development and pre‑opening execution , including Sartell.
Review
incidents, grievances, and trends
to proactively improve outcomes.
Coach leaders on
assessments, service plans, compliance, and admissions workflows .
Partner with
sales, marketing, and clinical teams
to remove barriers to growth.
What Success Looks Like in the First 12 Months
Improved
MDH survey outcomes
with reduced deficiencies.
Measurable
occupancy growth and faster move‑in timelines .
Strong
labor performance with reduced agency reliance .
Elevated
memory care programming and staff competency .
Highly engaged, accountable
Executive Directors and leadership teams .
Required Qualifications
Active
Minnesota Licensed Assisted Living Director (LALD)
in good standing.
Proven
multi-site leadership experience
in assisted living and memory care.
Track record of success in
survey readiness, census growth, and financial management .
Strong knowledge of
Minnesota assisted living regulations and MDH processes .
Ability to travel regularly between
Waconia, Elmore, and Sartell .
Willingness to participate in
weekend, on‑call, and limited holiday coverage .
Preferred Experience
Experience with
new building openings or operational turnarounds .
Background in
memory care programming and dementia-focused care models .
About Sunflower Communities
Sunflower Communities is a
family‑owned senior living organization
committed to delivering
high‑quality assisted living and memory care services
across Minnesota. We pride ourselves on building
strong leadership teams, meaningful resident experiences, and communities where both residents and staff thrive .
Join Our Team
If you are a proven leader ready to take ownership of
multi‑site operations, drive measurable outcomes, and elevate senior living performance , this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Apply today by emailing Tom Lecy at tom.lecy@hhcare.net with your experience, results, and vision for leading Sunflower Communities.
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