Assistant Director

About Benchmark Environmental – A Division of FACS

This position is with Benchmark Environmental, a division of FACS, and offers the opportunity to join a fast-growing environmental consulting firm supporting property owners, lenders, and investors through environmental due diligence services.

By joining Benchmark, you’ll work alongside Certified Industrial Hygienists (CIHs), Certified Asbestos Consultants (CACs), and Lead Inspectors as part of a focused, client-driven team—backed by the strength, resources, and culture of Benchmark/FACS.

Your expertise isn’t just valued—it’s impactful. Join a team where your work contributes to safer, healthier communities. We provide training, mentorship, and support for professional certifications to help you grow and succeed.

This position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus to welcome you to the team.

Our Values

We live our mission through three core values:

• People First: Support our team and clients, promote professional growth, and value collaboration
• Integrity of the Science: Deliver accurate, reliable results through objective, evidence-based practices
• Client Relationships for Life: Build long-term partnerships and help clients address environmental health challenges

About the Role

The Assistant Director supports the Local Director in achieving office revenue and profit targets while aligning with company initiatives. This role leads and manages all aspects of project execution—from client engagement and proposal development to budgeting and team coordination.

Primary responsibility centers on operations, compliance, and customer service, ensuring expectations are met through operational excellence.

This is a hands-on management role requiring day-to-day oversight, a strong sense of urgency, and a collaborative mindset to improve processes while maintaining operational stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision, staff engagement, and leadership while driving sales, strategic growth, and customer relationships
• Support the division’s geographic and demographic growth; collaborate with FACS on local and national opportunities
• Meet with prospective and existing clients to present services and secure contracts
• Develop and manage revenue and expense budgets; ensure timely invoicing in accordance with company policy
• Monitor accounts receivable and support accounting in collections efforts
• Partner with Local Directors and Business Development teams to share and develop client leads
• Evaluate staffing needs with the Local Director; support recruiting and hiring efforts as needed
• Serve as a subject matter authority within service lines; stay current on industry developments and environmental health and safety regulations
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Local Director

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred (equivalent experience will be considered)
• Strong operational and business development capabilities
• Proven leadership, management, and administrative skills
• Prior supervisory experience preferred
• General understanding of financial reporting

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 30 lbs.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer for documentation and reporting.

• Must be able to pass a background check.

Compensation and Rewards

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus structure tied to individual and team achievements
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical coverage with 100% company-paid premiums for employees and their families, plus 50% of the annual deductible covered by the company
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
  • Vision and dental plan options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
  • Company-sponsored programs including Employee Assistance Program, life and disability insurance, Rocket Lawyer legal services, and mobile phone plan with Verizon
  • Voluntary benefits options including supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents, short-term disability, hospital, accident, and pet insurance
  • Generous PTO (3 weeks accrual), paid holidays, volunteer days, and floating holiday
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program to promote higher education
  • Paid training and certifications to support career advancement
  • Incentive Bonus Plan and Donation Matching Program

Wage Transparency

Pay for this position is based on a number of factors including geographic location, relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Forensic Analytical Consulting Services is an equal-opportunity employer that complies with EEOC rules and regulations. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and do not discriminate based on race, age, disability, or other non-merit characteristics. We welcome all candidates to apply, including women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

Employment Contingency

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and drug screening.