Regional Director, Plant Operations

The Regional Director, Plant Operations supports all Plant and Environmental Service operations necessary to ensure smooth operation of the assigned communities within the assigned Legacy portfolio.  

This individual will assist in the planning, and building of a strategic vision for plant operations, and ensures effective plans and controls are in place. Assists in creating plans and mechanisms to ensure facilities and services are properly positioned to deliver high-quality living experiences for all residents, centered on their experience and the overall safety of residents and employees.  

Experience is Everything;

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative work space. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of the seniors. 

The Role: 

• Provides consultation and support on all plant operations and environmental services matters for the Legacy portfolio and employees in the assigned group. 
• Work with senior living operations leadership, asset management, and community team to develop and drive plant operations services goals and plans. 
• Work with community team to ensure the LCS (Life Care Services) Quality Standards Manual is implemented and reviewed via the Quality Standards Checklist. 
• Provide guidance in developing the overall budget for assigned communities by using CPS (Care Purchasing Services) approved vendors and E-procurement platform in accordance with the Capital Asset Policy.
• Strategically advise on capital projects while offering on-demand project management assistance. 
• Keeps abreast of all Federal, State, and local government regulations, especially Life Safety Code and CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) (K & F Tags), issues affecting the plant operations and environmental services functions, and participates in developing or changing policies as needed. Reviews, edits, and recommends changes to community plant operations and environmental services. 
• Provides consultation and direction to communities for staff training in emergency preparedness, life safety, personal protective equipment, OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) mandated training, and other required training. 
• Ensures proper training is available and provided to plant operations and environmental services personnel. Consults with and helps develop community-based training programs with LCS-identified external training partners and LCS Plant Task Force. 
• Ensures communities have a thorough and complete emergency disaster plan and assists with facilitating and securing resources needed to execute the plan. Annually reviews assigned communities’ emergency prepared plans with community leadership. 
• Work with community team to promote a safety culture and ensure there is participation and leadership in the community safety program. 

Knowledge & Skills:

• Provides consultation and support on all plant operations and environmental services matters for the Legacy portfolio and employees in the assigned group. 
• Work with senior living operations leadership, asset management, and community team to develop and drive plant operations services goals and plans. 
• Work with community team to ensure the LCS (Life Care Services) Quality Standards Manual is implemented and reviewed via the Quality Standards Checklist. 
• Provide guidance in developing the overall budget for assigned communities by using CPS (Care Purchasing Services) approved vendors and E-procurement platform in accordance with the Capital Asset Policy.
• Strategically advise on capital projects while offering on-demand project management assistance. 
• Keeps abreast of all Federal, State, and local government regulations, especially Life Safety Code and CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) (K & F Tags), issues affecting the plant operations and environmental services functions, and participates in developing or changing policies as needed. Reviews, edits, and recommends changes to community plant operations and environmental services. 

Experience: 

• Provides consultation and support on all plant operations and environmental services matters for the Legacy portfolio and employees in the assigned group. 
• Work with senior living operations leadership, asset management, and community team to develop and drive plant operations services goals and plans. 
• Work with community team to ensure the LCS (Life Care Services) Quality Standards Manual is implemented and reviewed via the Quality Standards Checklist. 
• Provide guidance in developing the overall budget for assigned communities by using CPS (Care Purchasing Services) approved vendors and E-procurement platform in accordance with the Capital Asset Policy.
• Strategically advise on capital projects while offering on-demand project management assistance. 
• Keeps abreast of all Federal, State, and local government regulations, especially Life Safety Code and CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) (K & F Tags), issues affecting the plant operations and environmental services functions, and participates in developing or changing policies as needed. Reviews, edits, and recommends changes to community plant operations and environmental services. 

Why LCS?  

Industry leader. The Nation’s third-largest senior living operator, ranked number one in customer satisfaction among senior living communities.

Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time.  We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(k) with company match.

Collaborative culture. We’re dedicated to creating a collaborative culture that provides an exceptional experience for every employee.

Charity and community involvement. We are recognized as a national team for the Alzheimer’s Association and consistently a top contributor to United Way. We also support our employee’s individual community contributions and provide opportunities to get involved at our corporate locations and in our communities.

Outstanding advancement opportunities. LCS is growing and we think you should too. Our company growth allows for internal growth opportunities across all of our business lines.

Ongoing career development. Onsite education opportunities, education assistance, and continuing education credits allow LCS employees to keep their knowledge of current industry changes relevant.

Top Iowa Workplace. LCS employees truly believe we are an employer choice. This recognition is in large part due to the culture of excellence that our employees help deliver every single day.

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and creating lasting value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: www.lcsnet.com

Travel Frequency: 50-75% 

Job Level: D

Estimated Salary: $100,000-$120,000 

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and other relevant factors

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES, IS REQUIRED

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER