Director of Facilities (Senior Living)

Director of Facilities – Discovery Village at Stuart Location: Stuart, FL
Compensation: $68k base + 10% bonus

Schedule:  Monday–Friday; MOD rotation ; on-call 24/7 for emergencies.

We offer a stable, well-capitalized environment where we m anage a 117-unit AL/MC community  with clear standards and supportive regional partners. This is a great opportunity to lead a team and elevate compliance, safety, and resident experience

Discovery Management Group is seeking a Director of Facilities (DOF) to oversee the buildings, grounds, mechanical systems, and facility operations at Discovery Village at Stuart. This leadership role ensures the community’s environment is safe, well-maintained, and supports resident satisfaction. The DOF is also responsible for preventative maintenance, vendor management, and in some communities, oversight of housekeeping, laundry, and transportation teams.

We are looking for a hands-on, proactive leader who can:

• Manage the daily maintenance and facility operations of the community.
• Develop and execute a preventative maintenance program, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.
• Supervise, schedule, and evaluate maintenance staff, and (where applicable) housekeeping, laundry, and transportation.
• Ensure systems are operational including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire panels, and emergency response.
• Oversee vendor contracts, service agreements, and capital improvement projects.
• Monitor budgets, expenses, and contribute to capital planning.
• Respond to emergencies and provide after-hours support as needed.
• Foster a service-first, resident-centered culture in all facility operations.

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, one of the nation’s largest senior living operators. With a focus on performance, innovation, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group manages and enhances senior living communities across the U.S., supporting more than 6,500 residents nationwide.

Your Role: Director of Facilities

As DOF, you’ll lead all aspects of the community’s maintenance and facility operations, and depending on the community, also oversee housekeeping, laundry, and transportation. You’ll collaborate with leadership on safety, compliance, budgeting, and resident satisfaction, while ensuring your team maintains a high standard of service and responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all aspects of building, grounds, and equipment maintenance.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance schedules and work order systems.
• Conduct apartment/unit inspections prior to new resident occupancy.
• Oversee housekeeping, laundry, and transportation operations (where applicable).
• Manage vendor contracts and ensure services are delivered to high standards.
• Assist with capital projects, renovations, and refurbishments.
• Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Participate in the Safety Committee and disaster preparedness planning.
• Prepare departmental budgets, review variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies when required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Bachelor’s/Technical degree in related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory role.
• HVAC training or experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, plumbing, fire panels, and emergency response systems.
• Experience with housekeeping, laundry, and/or transportation oversight preferred (varies by community).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with TELS or other work order systems.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to supervise diverse teams.
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screening.
• Availability for after-hours emergency calls and on-call rotation.
• MOD responsibilities included.

Why Join Us?

• Full benefits package available (medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k, and more)
• Work in a purpose-driven, resident-first environment
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive leadership team
• Make a lasting impact on the lives of residents and families

Benefits You’ll Enjoy:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay with early access to earned wages, flexible scheduling, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and growth opportunities, meals and uniforms (where applicable), and additional perks such as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), volunteer time off, and wellness-related benefits.

About Discovery Senior Living

Discovery Senior Living is one of the largest senior living operators in the U.S., with over 350 communities and 35,000 homes across nearly 40 states. Backed by three decades of award-winning experience, Discovery leads a family of companies—including Discovery Management Group, Integral Senior Living, Provincial Senior Living, Morada Senior Living, TerraBella Senior Living, LakeHouse Senior Living, Arvum Senior Living, Discovery Development Group, Discovery Design Concepts, STAT Marketing, and Discovery at Home. With 19,000 dedicated employees and an innovative “Experiential Living” philosophy, Discovery is recognized for its leadership in performance, lifestyle customization, and senior living innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants:  This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

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