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Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Director of Spatial Resources Management is a strategic and collaborative leader to serve in the newly created role in the Office of Planning & Design (P&D) to lead a comprehensive effort to manage and quantify space planning, audit, allocation, standards and utilization.

The allocation, management, and use of space on the 169-acre Danforth, North and West Campuses and other university owned and leased spaces is a complex topic that touches all aspects of the university. Over the last two decades, 2.8M GSF of the Danforth Campus propers 6.5M GSF of program space was built. This is a 75% increase compared to the total space added over the previous 100 years, and there are very limited opportunities for future expansion onto contiguous real estate.

The Universitys current systems offer many opportunities for significant process improvement and organizational efficiencies for space planning implementation in the future. The effort led by the Director of Spatial Resources Management will result in strategic and tactical space allocation and utilization at the university-wide level in the future, incorporating the impact of hybrid and remote work on space standards.

The position is responsible for the collection, management and auditing of campus space information and will create meaningful reports and graphics about the use of space on campus, including benchmarking against peer institutions.

The Director of Spatial Resources must distill complex ideas into concise presentation materials and prepare academic and research spatial allocation queries showing options and tradeoffs to enhance leadership decision making and strategic planning.

The Director of Spatial Resources Management will coordinate closely with Facilities Planning & Management, Financial Services, Provosts Office, Registrar, Human Resources, Libraries (Data Services/GIS), Data Governance Department, schools and other CFU units, and collaborate with P&D Planners on projects and planning initiatives.

Job Description

Primary Duites and Responsibilities

• Works closely with the University Architect, develops and updates a yearly university-wide audited inventory and tracking system through a broad range of creative and efficient strategies, standards and processes to ensure that the Universitys strategic goals with respect to space and utilization are being met.
• Implements the Provost-approved policies, procedures, and standards to advance the Universitys spatial initiatives, space/asset acquisitions, strategic and tactical spatial resource allocations, and technological platforms.
• Works with Departmental and University Administrators to assess requests and provide solutions to space needs including recommendations for improved efficiencies and consolidation of functions and/or units as appropriate.
• Collects, manages and reports campus space information and data. Creates meaningful reports and graphics about the use of space on campus. Conducts audits of campus space to ensure information is kept up to date and accurate. Leads publication of annual space report.
• Management of Records Department and Spatial Resource Management employees. Also day-to-day oversight to assigned outside consultants.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience analyzing space data to identify and extrapolate spatial solutions, resolve implementation/scheduling challenges, and retain/increase usability.
• Proven ability to prepare executive-level queries and graphical presentations outlining current and future strategic/tactical spatial resource allocations.
• Experience supervising employees.
• Demonstrated experience in Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)/Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS), e.g., ARCHIBUS and Maximo or similar tools.
• Understanding of AutoCAD or Revit and graphic presentation tools and an understanding of Geographic Information Systems (ESRI products) and their use in higher education facilities planning & design.
• Advanced degree in Architecture, Engineering or related field.
• Ten years of professional experience in higher education campus planning, space utilization, facility assessment, records management or equivalent.
• Registered as a professional architect.
• Additional certifications or licenses demonstrating commitment to continued education in relevant areas.
• High-level visioning and strategic planning skills with experience in office, higher education or research workplace planning and programming strategies.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Excellent diplomacy and interpersonal skills capable of interacting with a wide range of stakeholders. Sensitivity to and ability to navigate group and organizational dynamics. Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships across a wide range of individuals and levels within the university including upper management and end users.
• Exceptional oral, graphic and written communication skills, active listening, conflict resolution, and the ability to deal with difficult and sensitive situations in a positive manner. Ability to communicate and present to all levels of a complex organization and diverse stakeholder groups. Able to adapt to a variety of styles to meet the needs of a diverse audience.
• Good working knowledge of Tableau: Business Intelligence and Analytics Software.
• Strong foundation of industry-wide best practices and trends.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, planning or engineering
• Ten years of experience in physical planning

Grade

G16

Salary Range

$94,100.00 - $165,600.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universitys policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.