Director for Space Planning and Management

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

$86K — $110K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Post-Baccalaureate degree in interior design, architecture, urban design, or related field required with 6 years of experience, or a Baccalaureate degree with 8 years of experience.
  • Effective management and change leadership skills.
  • Demonstrated expertise in engaging with a variety of stakeholders in unique organizations.
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and analytical abilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated project management expertise.

Responsibilities

  • Lead capital and space planning initiatives aligned with the university's strategic vision.
  • Plan new facilities to accommodate campus program needs and priorities.
  • Develop strategies for enhancing the utilization of existing campus spaces.
  • Create environmentally friendly initiatives related to campus development.
  • Analyze space data to support long-range campus space planning and design.
  • Collaborate on compliance with environmental regulations and architectural guidelines.
  • Oversee the programming and development of campus infrastructure and landscape projects.

Benefits

  • Accrued vacation and sick leave for eligible employees.
  • Community service leave.
  • Health benefits through Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina.
  • NCFlex options for vision, dental, and life insurance.
  • 12 paid holidays each year.
  • Participation in the Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS).
  • Optional supplemental retirement plans (401k, 403b, 457).
  • Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Discounts at the campus recreation center and university bookstore.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type
EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Director for Academic Space Planning and Management is responsible for Capital and Space Planning and Management for the university, aligning space and physical resources with strategic vision to support N.C. A&T's tripartite mission of teaching, research, and outreach. This position plans new facilities to meet programmatic needs and priorities of the campus including space and facility projects to support university growth areas and initiatives, development of strategies to improve utilization of existing space, and to develop strategies for environmentally friendly initiatives. This position will analyze and utilize space data to collaborate in the strategic and long-range planning for the programming, design, and development of campus space, properties, and facilities, including buildings, infrastructure, and landscape projects; research, design and program guidelines; compliance with environmental planning regulations and architectural design review.

Minimum Requirements

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required in interior design, architecture, urban design, urban planning, or a closely related field, and have a minimum of 6 years of professional-level experience in campus or urban planning, land use planning, facility data management, facilities assessment, space utilization analysis, or related fields or

Baccalaureate degree in interior design, architecture, urban design, urban planning, or a closely related field, and have a minimum of 8 years of professional-level experience in campus or urban planning, land use planning, facility data management, facilities assessment, space utilization analysis, or related fields.

-Effective management and change leadership skills.
-Demonstrated expertise in working with various internal and external constituencies, specifically in unique organizations.
-Strong organizational, interpersonal, analytical skills.
-Effective verbal and written communication skills.
-Proven problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
-Demonstrated project management expertise.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience at a senior management level in facilities operations/services within a highly complex environment that includes a wide range of facilities types, sizes, and ages.

Required License or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title
Director for Space Planning and Management

Position Number
007502

Recruitment Salary Range
$86,243 - $110,000

FLSA
Exempt

Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track
No

FTE

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational Division
Office of the Provost

Organizational Location
Provost/VC for Acad Aff

Organizational Unit
Office of the Provost

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
EPA3149

Open Date
07/30/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled
Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search
08/21/2026

Date Position Available
July 27, 2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

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.

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


Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41103

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