Senior Living Sales Director

Senior Living Sales Director Community Relations Director Are you passionate about working with seniors and dedicated to supporting seniors on their wellness journey to ensure they are provided with an atmosphere that values individualism and dignity? Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place is currently accepting applications for a Sales Director (Community Relations Director) to help support residents within our beautiful community residents call home. If you are a compassionate, caring, responsible, and honest individual who genuinely loves working with the senior population, we would love the opportunity to speak with you. Full-Time Benefits Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance). Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Paid time off – 7 holidays and 11 vacation days. Free daily meal every shift. 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting. Tuition reimbursement for career growth. Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance. Pet insurance and team member discounts. Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday. A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement. Part-Time Benefits Free daily meal every shift. 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting. Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Tuition reimbursement for career growth. Pet insurance and team member discounts. Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday. A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement. Responsibilities Achieve and maintain a high occupancy percentage. Maintain the sales tracking system for the community and keep the General Manager (GM) and Director of Sales informed of trends. Work closely with GM and Business Office Director (BOD) to ensure accurate reporting of community census via integrated CRM/accounting system (Yardi). Manage the entire sales process: building prospect base, promptly responding to inquiries, generating tours, performing purposeful follow-up, and securing deposits for move‑ins. Assist in transitioning the move‑in process to the GM, Assisted Living Supervisor, Assisted Living Director, and other department heads upon receipt of deposit and agreed‑upon move‑in date. Develop and implement innovative sales/marketing plans. Develop community outreach plans, including building relationships with professional referral sources to generate viable leads and create a positive reputation in the community at large. Work with the Director of Marketing to provide feedback on media advertising, community sponsorships, and other marketing opportunities. Coordinate with the Activities Director and Executive Chef to plan special events that benefit existing residents and attract prospective residents. Conduct competitive shops regularly (minimum two written reports per year). Monitor direct competitors’ offerings, occupancy status, sales tactics, current incentives, and changes in leadership to communicate information consistently to the GM, Vice President of Operations, Director of Sales, Director of Marketing, and other partners. Makes promotional recommendations for the community based on competitive shops. Position Merrill Gardens in accordance with corporate vision and mission. Track and maintain marketing budget for community‑responsible line items (Events, Outreach, Creative Lead Follow‑Up charge codes). Act as General Manager if assigned. Qualifications Four‑year degree in Business, Business Administration, Marketing, Public Relations, or Communications preferred. Three or more years of sales and marketing experience, preferably in a related field. Physical Requirements This role requires regular use of a computer and may involve occasional lifting (up to 20 lbs), bending, or reaching. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr