Assistant Housing Director

The Assistant Housing Director is responsible for assisting the Housing Director in managing the daily operations of Housing with Services and acts as the Housing Director in their absence. This position supervises departments as directed by the Housing Director. This position is responsible for people services and business office functions, resident and family satisfaction, financial oversight, and census development. 

 

About Us: Ecumen Brooks and Ecumen Countryside in Owatonna, MN, are hiring an Assistant Housing Director to help lead two vibrant senior living communities—Brooks with 38 assisted living apartments and 12 memory care residences, and Countryside with 61 assisted living apartments. As part of Ecumen, a nonprofit senior services leader with over 160 years of experience and ranked Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living provider, you’ll join a mission-driven team dedicated to exceptional care, innovation, and creating inclusive communities that support older adults in living fully.

 

Schedule: Full-Time. Monday - Friday, typical business hours. Hours can vary based on business needs. Leader on Duty rotation included in schedule. 

 

Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $70,000 - $80,000 per year. Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

 

Benefits: Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time team members including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/. 

 

Essential Job Responsibilities: 

1. Assists the Housing Director with daily operations, staff supervision, and budget management

2. Supports hiring, onboarding, and staff development in partnership with Talent Acquisition

3. Leads efforts to improve recruitment, retention, and employee engagement

4. Provides guidance on staff-related issues and ensures fair, consistent policy application

5. Oversees HR functions such as benefits, compensation, and compliance reporting

6. Ensures safety and regulatory compliance through routine inspections and prompt issue resolution

7. Maintains open communication with residents and staff to support satisfaction and quality care

8. Performs other duties as assigned

 

Driving Requirements: Local Travel Required

 

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• Previous experience in a leadership position
• Demonstrated knowledge of multiple Human Resource disciplines (employee relations, performance, recruitment, compensation, benefits, etc.)
• Previous senior care experience
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats, individually and to groups
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to:  Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in related field
• Specialized degree in Human Resource Administration and/or professional certification by the Society for Human Resources Management
• Active, unrestricted Licensed Assisted Living Director (LALD), or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire 
• 5+ year’s senior living site leadership 
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting as well as strong networking experience
• Previous experience with non-profit organizations