Executive Director

Executive Director – Chateau Bothell Landing Location: Bothell, WA Base Salary: $145,000 – $165,000/year Chateau Bothell Landing, part of Chateau Retirement Communities, is seeking an experienced and mission-driven executive to lead our Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community in Bothell, WA. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader who thrives on building strong teams, delivering an excellent resident experience, and driving both operational and financial success. Why Join Chateau Retirement Communities? At Chateau, we believe work should be more than a job — it should be a calling. Our communities are built on compassion, joy, and a deep sense of family. We care for our residents like they’re our own loved ones, and we care just as deeply for the people who make it all possible: our team. Here, you’ll be part of a supportive environment where your leadership is valued, your growth is encouraged, and your efforts truly make a difference every single day. What You’ll Do Own total community performance – resident experience, team leadership, operations, and financial outcomes. Lead with disciplined execution: set clear priorities, follow through, and ensure consistent performance across all departments. Build, coach, and hold department heads accountable; you are the leader of leaders in the building. Drive occupancy and reputation through strong operations, resident experience, and local community engagement. Create a culture of trust, accountability, and belonging for residents, families, and team members. Ensure regulatory compliance and proactively manage risk without losing focus on quality and experience. Operate within Chateau’s leadership model: execution is local, systems are supported centrally, and accountability remains with the ED. What We’re Looking For Proven Executive Leadership: 5+ years leading senior living operations with full accountability. Ownership Mindset: Demonstrates strong accountability with consistent follow‑through; takes responsibility for results. Prioritization & Judgment: Ability to discern what matters most, balancing urgency, impact, and risk. Decisive Operator: Makes timely, well‑informed decisions; does not allow ambiguity or delay to stall progress. People Leadership: Builds, mentors, and holds department heads accountable, developing strong teams while addressing performance directly. Financial Acumen: Comfortable owning budgets, understanding drivers of performance, and making decisions that improve financial outcomes. Communication Excellence: Clear, direct, and consistent communicator with residents, families, team members, and external partners. Hands‑On Leadership Style: Present, engaged, and willing to step in where needed, while building a culture of ownership across the team. Compensation Base Salary: $145,000 – $165,000 Performance‑Based Bonus: Monthly + move‑in incentives + annual NOI growth bonus Total Compensation Potential: $200,000 – $265,000+ based on performance Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 401(k) with Company Contribution Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time Company Paid Cell Phone LTIP: Profit Unit Program Chateau Retirement Communities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr