Entry Level Area Director Jobs
New grad area director jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage outcomes can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, with employers like Dialysis Clinic, Gentiva, and Framingham State University hiring at this level now.
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Top stateTennessee
Top employerDialysis Clinic
Top cityKnoxville, TN
Work type100% Remote
Top industryHealthcare
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Area Director, Connecticut
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American Foundation For Suicide Prevention
Area Director, Connecticut
Stamford, Connecticut
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Area Director of Business Development - Hospice
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Gentiva
Area Director of Business Development - Hospice
Greenville, South Carolina
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Area Director of Business Development - Hospice
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Gentiva
Area Director of Business Development - Hospice
Fairfax, Virginia
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Dialysis Area Operations Director
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Dialysis Clinic, Inc.
Dialysis Area Operations Director
Nashville, Tennessee
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Area Director (Staff Assistant)
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Framingham State University
Area Director (Staff Assistant)
Framingham, Massachusetts
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Area Director, Connecticut
American Foundation For Suicide Prevention·Stamford, Connecticut
Job functions:
$69k - $75k/yr
2+ yrs exp.
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
Full Time
51-200 employees
Job Description
Reports to: VP, Eastern Division
Location: Remote - Must reside in Connecticut
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for implementing AFSP’s fundraising and program initiatives within assigned market area and working with chapter(s) in or around service area.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implement AFSP Out of the Darkness Community Walks and other approved fundraising within the assigned market, including additional fundraising events
- Implement approved programs within the assigned market area including survivor programs, education programs and awareness initiatives
- Responsible for development and support of the Chapter board and committees within the market
- In conjunction with Chapter Boards develop business plan and budget for assigned market area
- Responsible for volunteer management, including recruiting, training, assigning and recognizing volunteers within assigned market area
- Develop and maintain working relationships with community leaders and organizations to promote AFSP’s message, build support for our mission and increase involvement in AFSP events and programs
- Work with media to publicize AFSP events and mission and to heighten public awareness and reach fundraising goals
- Responsible for fiscal management, including relationships with vendors, handling cash, expense management and working with National Office on accounts payable and receivables
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Note:
- An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
- The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education N/A
Experience and/or Training Minimum 2 years’ experience in non profit program delivery and peer to peer special event fundraising
Licenses/Certificates N/A
Technology/Equipment Experience using general office technology; Microsoft Office Suite
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Bachelors Degree
Experience and/or Training 3+ years’ experience in non profit program delivery and peer to peer special event fundraising
Licenses/Certificates N/A
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills required
- Strong public speaking skills
- Uphold and exhibit the agency’s Core Values.
- Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings.
- Ability to work a full-time schedule and have regular attendance at the workplace.
- All other work-related duties as assigned
- Ability to travel as needed to attend work meetings or events
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or hear, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, and/or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds while moving files or small packages. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
- This role requires you to have a driver’s license and/or the ability to drive across your state(s) to which the role is a steward; must be able to rent vehicle on behalf of AFSP as needed.
- The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Role will be fully remote, work from home unless required to appear in person to deliver programming or for other assigned events or conferences. Travel is required. Must reside in service territory.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Annual salary range: $68,700 - 75,000
22 PTO (vacation, sick, wellness and personal days) your first year of employment (5 additional days 2nd year)
Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
10% employer retirement contribution after 2 years of employment
Flexible Summer Fridays
11 Holidays
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Submit resume and cover letter with a compelling reason why you should be considered for this position. Kindly include your salary requirement for this role.
American Foundation For Suicide Prevention
Area Director, Connecticut
Stamford, Connecticut
Added 2mo ago51-200 employees
Job functions:
$69k - $75k/yr
2+ yrs exp.
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
Full Time
Job Description
Reports to: VP, Eastern Division
Location: Remote - Must reside in Connecticut
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for implementing AFSP’s fundraising and program initiatives within assigned market area and working with chapter(s) in or around service area.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implement AFSP Out of the Darkness Community Walks and other approved fundraising within the assigned market, including additional fundraising events
- Implement approved programs within the assigned market area including survivor programs, education programs and awareness initiatives
- Responsible for development and support of the Chapter board and committees within the market
- In conjunction with Chapter Boards develop business plan and budget for assigned market area
- Responsible for volunteer management, including recruiting, training, assigning and recognizing volunteers within assigned market area
- Develop and maintain working relationships with community leaders and organizations to promote AFSP’s message, build support for our mission and increase involvement in AFSP events and programs
- Work with media to publicize AFSP events and mission and to heighten public awareness and reach fundraising goals
- Responsible for fiscal management, including relationships with vendors, handling cash, expense management and working with National Office on accounts payable and receivables
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Note:
- An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
- The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education N/A
Experience and/or Training Minimum 2 years’ experience in non profit program delivery and peer to peer special event fundraising
Licenses/Certificates N/A
Technology/Equipment Experience using general office technology; Microsoft Office Suite
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Bachelors Degree
Experience and/or Training 3+ years’ experience in non profit program delivery and peer to peer special event fundraising
Licenses/Certificates N/A
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills required
- Strong public speaking skills
- Uphold and exhibit the agency’s Core Values.
- Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings.
- Ability to work a full-time schedule and have regular attendance at the workplace.
- All other work-related duties as assigned
- Ability to travel as needed to attend work meetings or events
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or hear, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, and/or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds while moving files or small packages. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
- This role requires you to have a driver’s license and/or the ability to drive across your state(s) to which the role is a steward; must be able to rent vehicle on behalf of AFSP as needed.
- The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Role will be fully remote, work from home unless required to appear in person to deliver programming or for other assigned events or conferences. Travel is required. Must reside in service territory.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Annual salary range: $68,700 - 75,000
22 PTO (vacation, sick, wellness and personal days) your first year of employment (5 additional days 2nd year)
Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
10% employer retirement contribution after 2 years of employment
Flexible Summer Fridays
11 Holidays
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Submit resume and cover letter with a compelling reason why you should be considered for this position. Kindly include your salary requirement for this role.
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Entry Level Area Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level area director job?
Entry level area director roles typically look for candidates who can show leadership potential, organizational skills, and some hands-on experience managing people or operations, even through internships, volunteer work, or campus leadership. Tailoring your resume to highlight measurable outcomes, such as team coordination or project results, gives you a real edge over candidates who list duties without results.
Which companies hire entry level area directors?
Companies hiring entry level area directors right now include Dialysis Clinic, Gentiva, and Framingham State University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Retailers, service chains, and multi-unit operators tend to hire at this level most actively, since their business models depend on developing new managers from the ground up rather than exclusively sourcing experienced hires.
Are there remote entry level area director jobs?
Yes, though most area director roles at the entry level involve overseeing physical locations and tend to be on-site or hybrid. About 100% of entry level area director openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, so filtering by work setting when you search on Migrate Mate helps you find the format that fits your situation.
Are these new grad area director jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates with little or no prior professional experience. A new grad friendly posting typically states that it accepts zero to two years of experience, values internships, or invites candidates with a strong portfolio or demonstrated leadership background in place of years on a resume.
Which industries hire the most entry level area directors?
Entry Level area director roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors rely on distributed, multi-location operations that create a steady need for junior managers who can grow into overseeing several sites, making them natural entry points for candidates at this stage of their careers.