Sr Executive Director
Sunrise Senior Living
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McLean, VA · Posted October 27, 2026
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About the job
Why Join Sunrise Senior Living
At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day.
The Senior Executive Director (Sr. ED) leads all aspects of community operations, driving financial performance, team engagement, resident well-being and regulatory compliance. This highly visible leader stabilizes and strengthens communities, builds high-performing teams and ensures exceptional service aligned with Sunrise’s mission and values.
What You’ll Do: • Provide full operational oversight including financial management, staffing, quality and compliance • Lead sales and marketing strategy to maximize occupancy, revenue and market position • Assess community needs quickly and implement performance improvement plans • Build strong relationships with residents, families, referral sources and regional partners • Coach and develop Directors of Sales and leadership teams to achieve KPIs • Manage budgets, control expenses and oversee collections • Drive regulatory compliance, survey readiness and risk management • Champion resident engagement, family communication and team member experience • Support onboarding and transition of new Executive Directors
Senior Executive Director – Lead Community Operations and Drive Performance Excellence Executive Director | Senior Living | Operations Leadership | P&L | Community Management | Healthcare Operations
Pay Range: 88,800.00 - 136,600.00
Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.
We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
Retirement Savings Plans
Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
Tuition Reimbursement
In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.
Some benefits have eligibility requirements
Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.