Facilities Design Specialist

Dallas College; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College in Texas is seeking an Interior Design Assistant to support the Interior Designer across campuses. You will assist with drawings, furniture selection, and project implementation, ensuring design standards are followed and goals met.

The role emphasizes collaboration with facilities and external partners, with on-site work and potential hybrid updates after six months. A Texas license and five years of related experience are favored.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher plus five years of related experience.
• Official transcripts required.
• Must have a current and valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare interior renovation plans and maintain the drawing library.
• Assist with space planning, finish boards, site surveys, budgets and schedules.
• Research manufacturing processes and durability of interior components.
• Provide product recommendations for Design and Construction Standards.
• Attend project design and construction meetings.
• Ensure compliance with design intent and contract documents.
• Develop strong working relationships with administrators and contractors.
• Work independently or in a team and align with department mission.

Skills

Interior design concepts

Facilities management

Space planning

Project budgeting

Time management

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM software

Revit

Job description

Weekly Work Hours

40

Compensation Range

Staff Range N06

Salary Minimum

$68,840.00 Annually

FLSA

United States of America (Exempt)

Work Location

• All positions are considered on-site roles.


• After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy.


• Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law.

Position Type

Staff

Position Summary

Assists the Interior Designer in the preparation and maintenance of drawings, building standards, furniture selection and interior project implementation across all campuses and buildings within Dallas College.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of interior design concepts and facilities management/activities, practices and procedures.


• Demonstrated experience in fiscal management, resource allocation and personnel supervision.


• Capable of assisting with the planning and design of interior space layouts, component selections and project management support.


• Basic knowledge of the concepts, practices and procedures within the interior design field.


• Ability to prepare and update College drawings utilizing AutoCAD and other Building Information Modeling (BIM) software packages.


• Ability to create positive working relationships within Dallas College as well as external business partners or organizations associated with the project(s) to ensure client needs are met in a timely manner and on budget.


• Extensive knowledge of material specifications and applications.


• Must understand and comply with the College's policies and procedures as well as state and federal rules and regulations when making decisions.


• Develops techniques to organize workflow to ensure quality, precision and timeliness of projects.


• Stays current with the professional and technical aspects of the job.


• Demonstrated time management skills and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.


• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.


• Strong presentation, oral and written communication skills to be able represent Dallas College and interact effectively with all individuals.


• Ability to provide exemplary customer service.


• Must have the ability to maintain the security and integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation of plans for interior renovations; maintenance and modification of the College's existing drawing library; maintenance of the College's Design and Construction Standards; and selection and procurement of furniture per the College's furniture standards.


• Aids the Interior Designer related to space planning, preparation of finish boards, site surveys, specification preparation and project budget and schedule management.


• Conducts research on manufacturing processes, product design, performance characteristics and expected durability of interior design components.


• Provides product recommendations for inclusion in Design and Construction Standards.


• May attend project design and construction meetings.


• Monitors project implementation to ensure compliance with design intent and contract documents.


• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with administrators, faculty and outside contractors and consultants.


• Works independently and within a team environment.


• Ensures projects are aligned with the overall mission of the Facilities Management Department and the vision of Dallas College.


• Maintains high ethical standards.


• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication and time management skills.


• Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to change easily.


• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year,


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher plus five (5) years of related experience.


• Official transcripts required.


• Must have a current and valid Texas driver's license.


• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Applications Deadline

November 5, 2026

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.