Senior Design Specialist

Title: Senior Design Specialist

Employee Classification: Senior Design Specialist

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Housing

Department: UNT-Housing-Admin-163800

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $50,837.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth.

We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education.

We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities.

We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Department of Housing and Residence Life at the University of North Texas is a growing organization which serves over 6400 students in 14 residence halls. Our department is organized into the following areas:

Residence Life, Systems and Services, and Facilities and Business Operations. UNT Housing contributes to the mission of the university by promoting safe and inclusive living environments, fostering student connections and campus engagement, and providing diverse learning opportunities.

Position Overview

Manage design and furniture projects for Auxiliary Services. This position will be responsible for oversight of design and furnishing projects and renovations, including capital and major renovations, ensuring that projects are completed according to plans and specifications. This position provides project management coordination services for assigned projects for the entire project deliver from concept design through completions/occupancy.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering or related field and four years' of professional related experience; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills

• Physical ability to access work areas which may be in confined spaces or elevated heights

• Proficiency in specific software may be required

Preferred Qualifications

Design experience with student housing and auxiliary projects

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Coordinates design implementation for minor projects within Housing, Dining, and Union.

• Manages and coordinates the work of contractors and furniture vendors.

• Prepares drawings using AutoCAD or other drawing software.

• Works with purchasing officials on procurement or materials and services.

• Serves on departmental task forces and committees for large-scale projects.

• Assists with the selection of consultants and contractors.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm; Occasional evenings and weekends

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.