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Description:

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (N.C. A&T) invites applications and nominations for the position of Academic Space Planner. University physical space is a valuable resource that supports the University’s academic enterprise. The Academic Space Planner will report to the Director for Space Planning and Management and will use innovative strategies to analyze and identify solutions for campus space needs. The position must ensure space use is consistent with University strategic goals and reflect the principles of effective, functional, flexible and efficient use of space.

The Academic Space Planner will perform administrative and technical work in conducting short and long range facility space and master planning, work flow analysis, space and facility usage, reporting and data management, and project design. This position will develop, maintain and oversee an inventory of University building and space data through the use of space management technology and other appropriate methods and will be responsible for space data assessment and input. This position will also assign and classify space according to applicable standards and procedures consistent with established guidelines and/or applicable legislation and will provide space use statistics, customized analysis, floor plans and space data to campus departments and University officials.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

An 1890 land-grant doctoral high research activity university, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University prepares students to advance the human condition and facilitate economic growth in North Carolina and beyond by providing a preeminent and diverse educational experience through teaching, research, and scholarly application of knowledge. With a student body in excess of 13,400 students, approximately 700 faculty and research awards of over $100M, North Carolina A&T offers undergraduate and graduate degrees through 8 colleges, JSNN (joint school), the Honors College and the Graduate College. The University graduates the largest number of African American students in engineering, science, agriculture and technology in the nation. It offers over 59 Bachelors, 36 Masters, 11 Ph.D. programs; and 43 fully online and certificate programs. The University is one of the 17 constituent units of the University of North Carolina ( UNC ) and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges ( SACSCOC ). The 2030 strategic plan focuses the University on interdisciplinary scholarly activities, innovative pathways to track and acquire academic certificates and degrees, designing for diverse student populations, including post-traditional students, disadvantaged and students with disabilities; and use of advanced technologies, including process automation, to streamline and simplify business operations.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Institutional Planning, Public Administration, Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, Business Administration, Industrial Technology or a related discipline and two years of facility and space planning experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred:

5 or more years of space planning experience

Project Management experience

Proficient in MS Office Suite and AutoCAD

Experience with building systems, codes, and ADA requirements

Special Instructions: This position has been re-posted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to re-apply.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

+ Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees

+ Community Service Leave

+ Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina

+ NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more

+ 12 Paid Holidays

+ Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )

+ Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457

+ Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )

+ Campus Recreation Center Discount

+ University Bookstore Discount

+ and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Job Closing Date: 05/30/2025