Academic Space Planner

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Health benefits

Retirement plan (TSERS)

Job summary

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (N.C. A&T) invites applications for the Academic Space Planner role.

The planner will conduct space and master planning, analyze data, and provide space statistics and plans to campus departments and university officials. The position reports to the Director for Space Planning and Management and requires a Bachelor's degree with space planning experience; the university emphasizes efficient and flexible use of space in alignment with

Qualifications

• 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.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience accepted.
• All degrees must be from accredited institutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct short and long-range facility space and master planning.
• Perform work-flow analysis, space and facility usage, reporting and data management.
• Develop, maintain and oversee an inventory of university building and space data through space management technology.
• Classify space according to standards and procedures and provide space-use statistics and analyses.

Skills

Space planning

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

Job description

Primary Purpose Of Position

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.

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

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 15,000 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.

Minimum 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 Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• 3 or more years of space planning experience


• Project Management experience


• Proficient in MS Office Suite and AutoCAD


• Familiar with UNC System space use reporting platform


• Familiar with space scheduling and management platforms

Required License Or Certification

Experience with building systems, codes, and ADA requirements

NA

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 Academic Space Planner

Position Number 003907

Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track No

Organizational Division Office of the Sr. Vice Provost

Organizational Location Sr. Vice Provost - Academic Affairs

Organizational Unit Office of the Senior Vice Provost

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number EPA3098

Open Date 08/10/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled 09/11/2026

Open Until Filled No

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 09/11/2026

Date Position Available 8/01/2026

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

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.