Chief Operating Officer
On-siteJohnston, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Provide strategic and operational leadership across WesleyLife's Communities for Healthy Living and home- and community-based services, translating organizational strategy into clear operational priorities and execution plans. Lead operational performance across independent living, assisted living, memory support, long-term care, transitional care, home health, hospice, personal services, community nutrition, transportation, and public health services while ensuring consistent implementation of standards and regulatory requirements. Partner with the President & CEO and Executive Circle to identify new markets, services, and growth opportunities, advancing WesleyLife's ability to serve older adults across a broader continuum of settings. Ten or more years of progressive senior leadership experience in health care or senior living required. Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or business administration required. Ability to reside in or relocate to the greater Des Moines, Iowa area.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or a related field
- Current and valid driver's license
- Ability to reside in or relocate to the greater Des Moines, Iowa area
Desired Qualifications
- Ten or more years of progressive senior leadership experience in health care, senior living, aging services, home and community-based services, or a similarly complex service organization
- Demonstrated experience leading multi-site or multi-service operations
- Proven success leading leaders, building accountability systems, improving performance, and executing enterprise strategy
- Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgets, operating performance, growth planning, revenue management, and expense control
- Demonstrated ability to develop partnerships, support business growth, and lead complex organizational change
- Exceptional communication, presentation, facilitation, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work effectively with a Board of Directors, executive leaders, operational teams, residents, clients, families, donors, partners, and community stakeholders
- Strong commitment to mission, ethics, service, and the well-being of older adults
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (365) tools and comfort using data, dashboards, and technology to support decision-making
- Experience overseeing regulated health care or senior living environments
- Nursing Home Administrator licensure in Iowa, or ability to obtain licensure or reciprocity
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