Executive Director - Vetter Senior Living

Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living & Independent Living Campus
Springfield, Missouri

Vetter Senior Living is seeking an Executive Director to lead our senior living campus in Springfield, Missouri, which includes The Manor at Elfindale Skilled Nursing, Creekside Assisted Living, and Creekside Independent Living. This is a unique leadership opportunity for a seasoned, mission-driven professional who is passionate about creating exceptional environments for residents, community members, families, and team members.

The Executive Director will oversee all campus operations and will also serve as the Administrator for Creekside Assisted Living and Independent Living, ensuring regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and a culture rooted in dignity, compassion, and service.

At Vetter Senior Living, our mission is "Dignity in Life." Everything we do is guided by our commitment to quality care, excellent teams, stewardship, and building relationships rooted in trust. The Executive Campus Director plays a critical role in bringing this mission to life--every day, for every person.

Key Responsibilities

Campus Leadership & Operations

• Provide executive leadership and oversight for Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Independent Living continuum operations across the campus
• Ensure alignment with Vetter Senior Living's Mission, Vision, and Values in all decisions and daily practices (Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork)
• Partner with clinical and operational leaders to achieve strong outcomes in quality, compliance, customer satisfaction, and financial performance (Stewardship)

Assisted Living & Independent Living Administration

• Serve as the Administrator for Creekside Assisted Living and Independent Living
• Ensure compliance with all state regulations and licensing requirements
• Create a living environment that promotes independence, dignity, safety, and quality of life (Quality Life)

Team Development & Culture

• Build, mentor, and support a strong leadership team across the campus
• Foster a culture where team members feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work (Excellent Teams, Serving)
• Model servant leadership and set clear expectations for performance, accountability, and compassion

Resident & Family Experience

• Ensure residents and families experience a welcoming, caring, and relationship-driven environment
• Promote open communication, responsiveness, and trust with residents, families, and community partners (Quality Reputation)

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in senior living, healthcare, or campus-style operations
• Experience overseeing multi-service environments (Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Independent Living preferred)
• Strong operational, financial, and people leadership skills
• Ability to balance high standards, regulatory excellence, and a warm, people-first culture
• Assisted Living Administrator licensure (or ability to obtain) in Missouri

Why Join Vetter Senior Living?

• Be part of an organization deeply committed to relationships, stewardship, and excellence
• Lead a campus where decisions are driven by values and outcomes
• Join a team that believes in developing leaders, investing in people, and doing the right thing

Qualifications Qualified candidates will have proven leadership skills, the ability to build relationships in and outside of the facility, and strong working knowledge of skilled nursing care operations and regulations. They will have the ability to coach and provide superior leadership and direction.