Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

The Director Facilities ensures the optimal utilization of the organization's facilities for Empower’s headquarter office. Serving in a leadership role for the building operations, this position is responsible for proper functioning of facilities through ongoing inspection and maintenance, oversight and direction of space planning, staffing, vendor management, and capital projects in accordance with corporate standards and operations budget.  Additionally, this leader oversees reception/conference room reservations, AV Technology, and acts as liaison for Business Continuity Planning.

What you will do:  

SITE ENGINEERING

• Responsible for Site Engineering services and partners with the corporate Site Engineering team to coordinate maintenance and contracts for interior and exterior maintenance of multi-building owned campus.
• Ensures proper functioning of facilities through ongoing inspection and maintenance.  Engages various internal and external service providers to deliver on installation and construction projects.
• Coordinate sustainability data collection and identify and propose sustainability initiatives for locations under management.

 SITE SERVICES SUPPORT

• Performs Vendor Management for site support contracts for site services and building systems support.
• Responsible for site AV Equipment and support and partners with corporate AV Services team to affect maintenance and repairs, and with Empower users to support meeting needs.
• Manage site food services contracts and catering support for Conferencing services and central reception services

 SECURITY

• Responsible for execution of site security processes and procedures.  Oversees site security staffing to ensure adequate staffing for 24x7 operations and emergent requirements.
• Manages site Access Control and Security Camera systems and ensures appropriate badges for associates and visitors.
• Coordinates with Empower Security teams to support security initiatives and projects.

 PLANNING

• Works with senior management to develop and comply with long-range space allocation goals.
• Works closely with Project Management team in preparing drawings for project-specific tasks and shares with internal/external service providers, supports space planning efforts using CAFM system, reviews and approves space requests for employee additions and moves.
• Maintains accurate database of floor plans for local office.
• Assesses and evaluates the physical space requirements of the organization and recommends plans to meet needs.
• Leads project meetings, establishes schedules and supervises tasks of external construction crews, furniture installers, movers and IT service providers.
• Manages and allocates available furniture inventory and creates project specification lists.
• Acts as liaison between users, IT service groups and CAFM Administration.
• Supports General Services Planning Onboarding/Offboarding processes inside for the local office.
• Receives HR requests and initiates onboarding/offboarding space planning and Archibus tickets for equipment for associated assigned to desks in Empower offices.
• Support site and regional projects, as assigned.

 DOCUMENT SERVICES

• Assists business team by supporting normal and sensitive mail and shipping functions, as required, at the site following FINRA business rules.
• Manages operations for site Print Center and Mail Services supporting business teams for client and staff needs.

 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• Responsible for site financial planning and management to include budgeting and invoicing.
• Works with vendors on coordinating pricing and placing orders through Corporate Procurement.

 STAFF MANAGEMENT

• Performs duties inherent in a leadership and managerial role, including but not limited to conducting performance reviews, approving requests for vacation/myTime, training, coaching and managing performance, hiring qualified talent, and directing the work of the team.

What you will bring:

• Some college level education in Architecture, Interior Design, or Construction Management related programs
• 5-7+ years’ experience in space planning/managing interior construction projects or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to understand and interpret architectural drawings
• Strong project management skills, coordinating and handling  multiple projects at a time.
• General understanding of financial processes
• Current knowledge of various furniture systems, ergonomic trends, cabling requirements and local building codes.

What will set you apart:

• Exceptional leadership and mediation skills, management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in numerous software programs to perform daily functions, including, Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word & Excel, Archibus

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - internal networks that rally around common interest, experiences and identities such as race, ethnicity, gender, ability, military status and sexual orientation. BRGs play a vital role in educating and engaging our people and advancing our business priorities.

Base Salary Range

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer •  Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. 

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

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