What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Director position at Arete Associates?
At Areté, we are at the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.
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We are seeking a highly capable Facilities Director to oversee and optimize the physical infrastructure of our growing organization. This role will provide strategic leadership and hands-on management of all Areté facilities, ensuring safe, secure, compliant, and efficient operations across multiple locations. The Facilities Director will be responsible for long-range facilities planning, preventive maintenance programs, space utilization, contractor/vendor oversight, and adherence to all federal, state, local, and DoD-related requirements. This position will also partner closely with Security, IT, and Program teams to support classified and unclassified workspaces, ensuring all facility standards align with operational needs and regulatory obligations. The administrative function of Areté will report to the Facilities Director. The ideal candidate brings demonstrated leadership in facilities management within a technical or government-contracting environment, strong knowledge of compliance frameworks, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site organization. This position can be based at our Tucson, AZ or Northridge, CA office and is a supervisory, exempt, full-time position
We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:
Health & Wellness:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
- Vision Reimbursement
- Fitness Reimbursement
Financial:
- 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Continuing Education Assistance
Work-Life Balance:
- Flexible Scheduling
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
What We Value:
- Creativity and innovation in solving challenges
- Integrity and responsibility in all actions
- Collaboration across teams and specialties
- Responsiveness in fast-paced environments
- Passion for national security and excellence
Experiences and Background We Look For (required skills):
- Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 8 years of experience in facilities management, building operations, or related roles, with 3 years in leadership capacity.
- Proven experience overseeing multi-site operations and managing complex facility systems.
- Strong understanding of building codes, safety regulations, environmental compliance, and physical security standards.
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills; ability to build strong partnerships across departments.
Nice to Have (preferred skills):
- Experience supporting engineering, R&D, laboratory, classified, or defense-industry facilities.
- Knowledge of SCIF/SAPF requirements and secure facility operations.
- Certification(s) such as CFM, FMP, PMP, or related credentials.
- Experience with space planning, capital project management, and sustainability/energy efficiency initiatives.
The salary range for this role is 175k – 210k; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
Other Considerations
Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.
Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility.
Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirement s for access to classified information.
Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.
Salary : $175,000 - $210,000