Assistant Executive Director, Residential Services

About the role

The Arc, Ocean County Chapter is seeking an experienced and visionary Assistant Executive Director of Residential Services to provide executive leadership for one of New Jersey's largest and most respected providers of services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role reports directly to the Executive Director and oversees all Residential Services operations while providing strategic oversight of the Agency's Maintenance Department, ensuring safe, compliant, and person-centered environments for the individuals supported.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for all Residential Services operations, ensuring high quality, person-centered supports across multiple residential locations
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives that improve operational effectiveness, service quality, and organizational performance
• Lead and mentor a team of Directors and Assistant Directors while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Oversee regulatory compliance with all applicable licensing, Medicaid, accreditation, and funding requirements
• Direct Quality Assurance initiatives by monitoring performance metrics and implementing system-wide improvements
• Provide fiscal leadership by developing, managing, and monitoring departmental budgets
• Oversee admissions, referrals, and service coordination in partnership with the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) and Support Coordination Agencies
• Provide executive oversight of the Agency's Maintenance Department, ensuring agency facilities, equipment, vehicles, and grounds remain safe, well maintained, and compliant with all regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop long-term facility improvement strategies, capital projects, and preventive maintenance initiatives
• Serve as an executive representative of the Agency with regulatory agencies, community partners, families, and other stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Special Education, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field required. Master's Degree preferred
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience managing multiple programs and supervisory staff
• Demonstrated experience with budgeting, strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and organizational leadership
• Strong knowledge of DDD regulations, Medicaid requirements, and residential service delivery
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
• Valid New Jersey Driver's License

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Low Deductible Medical Plans with $0 Copay Options
• Comprehensive Prescription Drug Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Agency Matching
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Paid On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Additional Supplemental Benefits