Executive Director- Future Talent Pool

Executive Director- Future Talent Pool Join our team at COGIR Real Estate. Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees. Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today Future Talent Pool Is operations and sales your passion? Are you ready to inspire and motivate a team? Does delivering superior customer service excite you? Responsibilities As the Executive Director, you will oversee general management of our retirement residence, delivering a superior “More Living” experience to residents. You will lead a high‑performing team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous development. Your expertise in recruiting, training, and mentoring will ensure exceptional service and resident care. As an operations strategist, you will efficiently manage all department operations, ensuring smooth functioning, strict compliance with collective agreements, and optimized fiscal resource allocation. You will implement and maintain policies to uphold industry standards and regulations while achieving financial targets with maximum operational efficiency. As a sales champion, you will create a focus on sales and occupancy, ensuring the team collaborates to meet and exceed occupancy targets. You will actively promote the residence within the local market, ensuring a multi‑pronged approach that showcases the residence as the top choice in retirement living. As a financial performance expert, you will set and monitor targets for employee engagement, resident satisfaction, audits, occupancy rates, and net operating profit. Your strategies will help us surpass targets. As a customer service advocate, you will build strong relationships with employees, residents, and their families, fostering open communication and continuous improvement. Seeking feedback from stakeholders, you will identify areas for enhancement and implement strategies to achieve our goals. Your positive relationships with regional teams, external vendors, and regulatory bodies will reflect our organization’s professionalism and integrity. Perks And Benefits For The Executive Director Competitive Compensation Package: lucrative compensation package including a competitive salary that reflects your experience and expertise and eligibility to our short term incentive plan. Additionally, there is an opportunity for annual merit increases. Comprehensive Onboarding and Training: an extensive four‑week onboarding program that equips you with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to excel. Coaching and Mentoring: opportunity to work closely with our Regional and National teams for guidance, support, and mentorship. Dedicated Support: access to dedicated support staff and resources for administrative, operational, legal, or finance assistance. Extensive Benefits Plan: comprehensive medical coverage, health benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a RRSP matching program. Manulife Vitality Program: opportunity to earn rewards and gift cards through a wellness program. Employee Perks Program: partner with Perkopolis for exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, shopping, and gifts. Generous Time Off: four weeks of vacation per year, plus additional sick and personal days. Rewards and Recognition: service awards program and celebration stations. Career Growth Opportunities: pathways for progression to regional or national positions. Skills For Success Self‑starter with the ability to facilitate change Strong leadership and management abilities Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills Proficiency in strategic planning and decision‑making Comprehensive understanding of operational processes Effective communication and interpersonal skills Financial acumen and budget management expertise Experience in optimizing operational efficiency Ability to foster a culture of collaboration and excellence Knowledge of industry regulations and standards Proven track record in achieving operational goals Your Experience Minimum of five (5) years management experience, preferably in the senior living industry, hotel, or hospitality-related industry. Experience managing a multidisciplinary team in a unionized environment. Ability to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends as required). Strong understanding of business planning and processes. Proven track record of achieving marketing, sales, and financial goals. Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) within the last six months or be willing to obtain one. Position Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Human Resources Industries: Hospitals and Health Care and Hospitality Equal Employment Opportunity Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. We are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request. We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity‑deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations. #J-18808-Ljbffr