Assistant Director Jobs in Arizona
Assistant Director jobs in Arizona are in active demand, with strong hiring concentrated in education, healthcare, nonprofit management, and state government administration. Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Banner Health, Arizona State University, and Maricopa County regularly staff assistant director roles across divisions. The most consistently sought specialties are program operations, clinical services, and student affairs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerNaphcare
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring25
Work type62% On-site
Top industryEducation
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Assistant Director of Admissions- Registered Nurse
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Quail Run Behavioral Health
Assistant Director of Admissions- Registered Nurse
Phoenix, Arizona
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Assistant Director of Admissions- Registered Nurse
Quail Run Behavioral Health·Phoenix, Arizona
Job functions:
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
201-500 employees
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Job Description
Job Duties/Responsibilities
EEO Statement
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.
Quail Run Hospital is a 115-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Phoenix, Arizona. Quail Run features individual units for adolescents, adults, and seniors, and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10,000 patients receive care from our compassionate health care team each year at Quail Run Behavioral Health. Website: https://jobs.uhsinc.com/quail-run-behavioral-health
Job Description
Under the direction of the Director of Intake, the Assistant Director of Intake provides direction for the Intake Admissions Department in the assigned area(s) in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of the Hospital and within the framework of established policies and procedures of the Department of Intake and Admissions. The Assistant Director is responsible for the clinical leadership and coordination of patient flow and staff productivity in the Intake and Admissions department. As a key team member in the Intake and admissions area, the Assistant Director promotes a climate of effective performance through role modeling, willingness to learn and teach, and availability to patients and staff. Organizes, manages and coordinates nursing services and will assure quality.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Assists Director of Admissions with the onboarding and training of new staff and completing 90-Day and annual evaluations by due date. Uses evaluations as a tool to motivate; assesses with impartiality.
- Evaluates the work performance of assigned staff on an ongoing basis. Reviews and monitors work schedules, work hours and staffing plans of appropriate personnel effecting changes as needed.
- Completes a thorough and appropriate medical evaluation within scope to support the admission process, ensuring all required clinical information is accurately gathered, documented, and communicated to facility staff and timely patient care.
- In partnership with the Director of Admissions, ensures department is staffed 24 hours a day and fills in as necessary.
- Fulfills the duties of Administrator on Call, providing after hours, on-call coverage for administration, as assigned per the rotating Administrator On-Call schedule.
Benefit Highlights:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
About Universal Health Services
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.
Qualifications:
Job Requirements
- Current license to practice nursing in Arizona or compact privileges (out of state compact license: must apply for an AZ license within 60 days of hire).
- Master’s degree in nursing plus 1 years of hospital experience or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, plus 3 years of hospital experience required.
- Thorough working knowledge of Hospital, Intake/Admissions procedures, with demonstrated ability to use skills in clinical and managerial situations required.
- Management/leadership experience of a multiple disciplinary team preferred.
- Experience working in and Intake/Admissions department in a Psychiatric hospital setting preferred.
- Handle With Care and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Providers required. Training provided at the facility.
- Level 1 Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
Quail Run Behavioral Health
Assistant Director of Admissions- Registered Nurse
Phoenix, Arizona
Added 1d ago201-500 employees
Job functions:
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Job Description
Job Duties/Responsibilities
EEO Statement
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.
Quail Run Hospital is a 115-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Phoenix, Arizona. Quail Run features individual units for adolescents, adults, and seniors, and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10,000 patients receive care from our compassionate health care team each year at Quail Run Behavioral Health. Website: https://jobs.uhsinc.com/quail-run-behavioral-health
Job Description
Under the direction of the Director of Intake, the Assistant Director of Intake provides direction for the Intake Admissions Department in the assigned area(s) in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of the Hospital and within the framework of established policies and procedures of the Department of Intake and Admissions. The Assistant Director is responsible for the clinical leadership and coordination of patient flow and staff productivity in the Intake and Admissions department. As a key team member in the Intake and admissions area, the Assistant Director promotes a climate of effective performance through role modeling, willingness to learn and teach, and availability to patients and staff. Organizes, manages and coordinates nursing services and will assure quality.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Assists Director of Admissions with the onboarding and training of new staff and completing 90-Day and annual evaluations by due date. Uses evaluations as a tool to motivate; assesses with impartiality.
- Evaluates the work performance of assigned staff on an ongoing basis. Reviews and monitors work schedules, work hours and staffing plans of appropriate personnel effecting changes as needed.
- Completes a thorough and appropriate medical evaluation within scope to support the admission process, ensuring all required clinical information is accurately gathered, documented, and communicated to facility staff and timely patient care.
- In partnership with the Director of Admissions, ensures department is staffed 24 hours a day and fills in as necessary.
- Fulfills the duties of Administrator on Call, providing after hours, on-call coverage for administration, as assigned per the rotating Administrator On-Call schedule.
Benefit Highlights:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
About Universal Health Services
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.
Qualifications:
Job Requirements
- Current license to practice nursing in Arizona or compact privileges (out of state compact license: must apply for an AZ license within 60 days of hire).
- Master’s degree in nursing plus 1 years of hospital experience or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, plus 3 years of hospital experience required.
- Thorough working knowledge of Hospital, Intake/Admissions procedures, with demonstrated ability to use skills in clinical and managerial situations required.
- Management/leadership experience of a multiple disciplinary team preferred.
- Experience working in and Intake/Admissions department in a Psychiatric hospital setting preferred.
- Handle With Care and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Providers required. Training provided at the facility.
- Level 1 Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
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A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Government & Public Sector
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant director jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in a field related to the department or program being managed
- Three or more years of supervisory or program management experience in a relevant Arizona industry
- Demonstrated ability to develop and manage departmental budgets and operational plans
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting to executive leadership
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external Arizona stakeholders
- Proficiency in project management tools and data reporting systems used in Arizona organizations
Assistant Director Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a assistant director in Arizona?
Most assistant director positions in Arizona require at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a master's degree preferred in sectors like education, healthcare, or public administration. Arizona does not issue a universal assistant director license, but roles in healthcare settings may require an Arizona-issued professional license tied to your specialty, such as a nursing or behavioral health license from the Arizona Department of Health Services. Advancing from a coordinator or manager role within an Arizona organization is the most common path.
Which companies hire assistant directors in Arizona?
Arizona assistant director roles are posted by Naphcare, Arizona State University, and Xanterra and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's large university systems, hospital networks, and county government agencies are among the most consistent sources of assistant director openings in the state.
Which Arizona cities have the most assistant director jobs?
Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale have the most assistant director openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates due to its concentration of corporate headquarters, large hospital systems, and state agencies, while Tucson's openings are driven by the University of Arizona and a growing healthcare sector, and Scottsdale draws from its finance, hospitality, and professional services industries.
Are there remote assistant director jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely analytical roles, since assistant directors typically oversee staff and facilities in person. About 38% of assistant director openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting a growing number of hybrid arrangements in program administration and nonprofit management. Roles focused on policy development, grants management, or digital program oversight are the most likely to offer remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a assistant director in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into an assistant director role from a senior coordinator, program manager, or department supervisor position within the same Arizona organization. Large Arizona employers like Banner Health, ASU, and Maricopa County run internal advancement programs that promote from manager-level roles. Building experience in a coordinator or analyst position at an Arizona nonprofit, school district, or government agency, then earning a relevant graduate certificate or master's degree, strengthens a candidacy significantly.
Where can I find and apply to assistant director jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to assistant director jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across industries including healthcare, education, government, and nonprofit management. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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