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The Village at Orchard Ridge – A National Lutheran Community, Winchester, VA

Position: Sales Director
Salary Range: $85,000 – $115,000 base salary per year (with final offer reflecting the candidate's demonstrated skills, relevant experience, and professional background.)
Commision: Eligible for monthly incentives, with an average annual commission ranging from $11,000 to $20,000. Commissions are determined based on both individual and community performance.

Are you a proven sales leader who excels at both closing deals and inspiring teams? Join The Village at Orchard Ridge, a respected life plan community with high occupancy—where you’ll lead a motivated sales team, build lasting relationships, and drive growth through hands-on selling and dynamic leadership. Every day, you’ll connect with new people, champion a talented team, and play a key role in helping residents and families discover vibrant retirement living. As part of our community, you’ll be valued for your innovation and compassion, and your contributions will be celebrated.

What You’ll Do:

Drive occupancy growth and exceed annual budget targets by actively cultivating leads, scheduling appointments, advancing prospects through the sales process, and consistently meeting daily, weekly, and monthly performance goals.
Actively engage in the sales process—meeting with prospective residents and families, guiding them through the decision journey, and closing sales.
Lead and mentor a motivated sales team to achieve and exceed occupancy goals.
Drive growth of the future residency program by nurturing a strong pipeline of prospects in meaningful ways.
Build and maintain professional relationships with referral sources and community partners who support older adults.
Serve as a polished, professional ambassador for The Village at Orchard Ridge, ensuring our values and reputation are represented with excellence.
Collaborate with marketing and leadership teams to refine strategies, analyze data and drive measurable results.

What We’re Looking For:

Hold a bachelor’s degree and bring two or more years of proven leadership experience in sales, ideally within senior living, or healthcare settings.
Demonstrate at least four years of success in sales or a customer-focused field or possess a combination of education and experience that shows a record of building and guiding high-performing teams.
Exceptional communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
Hands-on planning and execution—developing sales plans for the community while keeping daily operations running smoothly.
Professional presence and the ability to represent our organization in the community with confidence and credibility.

Why You'll LOVE it Here

Culture built on excellence and trust—you’ll find more than just a job, you’ll join a purpose-driven community where your leadership and sales expertise truly matter.
Receive competitive base pay plus a rewarding commission structure that recognizes your achievements and sales results.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, plus retirement savings with company match.
Enjoy a generous, all-inclusive paid time off program covering holidays, vacation, sick days, and more to help you achieve true work-life balance.
Commitment to your professional growth through ongoing training, leadership development, a mentor program, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.

Culture makes all the difference in an organization. That’s why we strive to maintain a culture of transparency, empowerment, and teamwork. National Lutheran Communities & Services is purposeful in embracing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can be their authentic self. We also offer a variety of benefits and perks that help promote work-life balance, such as:

Generous paid time off (up to 5 weeks of PTO your first year)
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Team member recognition programs and discounted meals
Pet insurance and wellness programs

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Here at The Village at Orchard Ridge, our leaders put people first. If you’re someone who leads by serving others and wants to keep your sales skills sharp while making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join a team where your work is valued, your impact is felt, and you’re part of a mission-driven, faith-based, not-for-profit organization committed to excellence, compassion, and innovation.

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