Start a meaningful career as an Executive Director with River Valley Place - Ottumwa, A Better Living Community!

Make a difference in someone's life every day.
At River Valley Place - Ottumwa, we lead with love—creating senior communities where purpose, dignity, and joy define every moment. Join a team grounded in compassion and hospitality, where your work truly elevates lives.

• Personalized Care: We believe better care leads to better living
• Competitive Salary: $70,000–$83,000/year + credit for experience
• Schedule: Monday–Friday | On-call responsibilities as needed
• Supportive Team: We invest in our team just like we invest in our residents
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

• Lead and support department heads across operations, care, dining, and maintenance
• Ensure regulatory compliance and consistently exceed company care standards
• Foster a culture of respect, excellence, and resident-centered service
• Oversee budgets, staffing, and operational performance metrics
• Drive staff engagement, training, and retention
• Serve as the connection point for residents, families, staff, and corporate leadership

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in healthcare, long-term care, or senior living
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams effectively
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• A passion for serving seniors and building strong team relationships

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Coverage: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.