Associate Director of Facilities & Safety

Join PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) as Associate Director of Facilities & Safety, leading portfolio-wide facilities and safety operations across a multi-site organization serving Los Angeles County, California, California. This full-time role combines strategic oversight of facilities infrastructure, regional team leadership, and organizational safety governance with the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of people experiencing homelessness.

About the Role

You'll oversee facilities performance, regional operations management, asset planning, and safety programs across PATH's service locations. Working with the Senior Director of Facilities & Operations, you'll establish operational standards and governance frameworks, ensure regulatory compliance, and serve as Co-Chair of the organization's Safety Committee. This position requires close partnership with maintenance, finance, and administrative teams to align facilities priorities with operational needs and organizational safety requirements.

What You'll Do

• Build and lead the Regional Facilities Operations Manager team and Safety Team, fostering capability development and operational accountability across all sites
• Coach and manage regional leaders through consistent feedback and performance review, driving improvements in facilities service delivery
• Create and maintain facilities standards, standard operating procedures, and governance frameworks ensuring consistency across the organization
• Plan and prioritize facility assets, oversee capital repair decisions, and develop long-term facility strategy in partnership with finance and maintenance teams
• Oversee safety and risk management programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA, CARF, NFPA, and applicable regulatory standards across all locations
• Lead PATH's Safety Committee as Co-Chair, providing governance and cross-functional coordination on safety initiatives and emergency preparedness
• Monitor and report on regulatory compliance, safety performance, and operational metrics to senior leadership
• Partner with teams across the organization to validate maintenance execution, resource capacity, and operational feasibility

What We're Looking For

• Five years of experience scaling and managing facilities operations across multiple sites in large organizations, including at least three years leading regional teams or facility managers
• One year of facilities management background in a medical, hospital, or mental health care environment
• Strong analytical capabilities and meticulous attention to detail in tracking and interpreting operational data
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for engaging diverse stakeholder groups
• Proven leadership and critical thinking ability, demonstrating success in building high-performing teams and solving complex operational challenges
• Valid driver's license and dependable vehicle; driving is required for this position
• Ability and willingness to earn CPR and First Aid certification; willingness to pass background screening, tuberculosis test, and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications: Certification in Life Safety, Fire Safety, or Environmental Safety; General Contractor licensure; professional credentials such as Certified Facilities Manager (CFM) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP); bachelor's degree in Life Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or related field.

About PATH (People Assisting the Homeless)

Founded in 1984, PATH provides comprehensive homelessness prevention, employment services, case management, and permanent supportive housing throughout California. The organization assists approximately 23 individuals each week in achieving housing stability. As a mission-driven nonprofit, PATH is committed to racial and social justice, operating with a diverse and inclusive team. We offer flexible work schedules, generous paid time off, health and wellness benefits, and professional development opportunities to support employee growth and work-life balance.

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