Campus Planner

Colorado State University•Fort Collins, CO

36d•$130,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Campus Planning leads the development and implementation of the Campus Master Plan, Campus Sub-area plans, School/College/Division unit Facilities Master Plans and the advance planning initiatives that result from those high level, guiding facilities planning documents. Includes the following services: building records and archives; mapping & GIS; interior design; landscape architecture; signage, wayfinding, and access; space and data. The Campus Planning group is responsible for the update of the Campus Master Plan. The Assistant Director for Campus Planning, or Campus Planner, is responsible for the following: Campus Development Lead University Master Plan initiatives to inform all space planning, building and facility development, and renovation projects. Coordinates with CSU strategic planning, ensuring the coordination of campus subarea plans, and other facilities and exterior land use studies. Oversees consultants that CSU hires to develop the University Master Plan. Oversee all university campus plans and advance campus development in a manner consistent with the University Master Plan and the University's strategic goals and objectives. Conducts and coordinates long-term, integrated planning with CSU STRATA, City of Fort Collins, and County planning and development teams. Supervise and approve campus landscape architecture planning, design, and projects via inhouse staff design and professional consultant services. Assist and help to coordinate applicable campus sustainability initiatives into facilities planning. Coordinate with CSU Transportation and assist in the assessment and development of multimodal planning: campus pedestrian & bike pathways, ADA accessibility, transportation networks, and other plans as needed. Prioritizes the highest and best use of campus space resources (interior and exterior) and maximizes benefit to the university by coordinating with FM Sections and other campus groups to develop planning, renovation, and construction projects. Space Planning Oversee and support the University Space Manager and ensure successful delivery of the following tasks: Develop, establish, and control the methods, procedures, and systems to increase overall effectiveness of facilities utilization and management. Conduct negotiations with college/departmental/divisional contacts regarding space requirements and appropriate space allocations to ensure the efficient use of University space. Proactive management of University space with the analysis of technical data to devise and propose appropriate solutions to overcome space challenges considering academic, logistical, financial issues, workplace regulations, and political considerations. Engage with and influence stakeholders and implement the most suitable option. Provide professional advice, guidance and support to departmental space managers and all University staff regarding how to use space in the most effective and efficient manner by creating and implementing policy standards and procedures. Explain technical or complicated space related information to a wide range of staff in an appropriate manner. Committees Facilitation of Master Plan and Town and Gown (Campus and Local Government Relationship) committees. Sets agenda, priorities, and committee processes. Oversight of Space Committee, Physical Development Committee, University Public Art Committee, Campus Arboretum Committee, and Pollinator Friendly Campus Committee which are facilitated by subordinate staff to the Campus Planner. Member of the Design Review Committee and Public Safety Committee This position is a full-time appointment, based on the CSU Fort Collins campus, with the potential for teleworking arrangements upon approval. http://policylibrary.colostate.edu/policy.aspx?id=776

Requirements

EDUCATION: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field.
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in one or more of the following: campus (or campus-like institution) or urban planning, facilities planning, master planning for educational institutions, and/or space planning and programming.
SUPERVISION: Minimum of three (3) years of experience directly supervising staff.
Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in architecture, planning, urban design, engineering, or related field.
Registered as a professional architect (AIA), engineer (PE), or certified planner (AICP).
Additional certifications or licenses demonstrating commitment to continued education in relevant areas (examples: LEED, CEFP, CFM, PMP).
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to engage with and facilitate diverse stakeholder groups. Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships across a wide range of individuals and levels within an organization including upper management and client users.
Demonstrated experience in large public or private institution master planning.
Strong demonstrated capabilities in planning, budgeting, and management of a professional unit within a large complex campus or similar organizational setting.
Strong skills in project management and data analysis and visualization.
Skills in leadership and supervision, including the ability to coach, mentor, engage, and support staff in creating a positive and inclusive workplace. Demonstrated achievement in growing and retaining a team, providing guidance that promotes civility in the workplace and coaching others to work collaboratively and effectively to support each other and the organization.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills, active listening, conflict resolution, and the ability to deal with difficult and sensitive situations in a positive manner. Ability to adapt to a variety of styles to meet the needs of a diverse audience.
Experience with higher education issues, trends, and facilities including campus sustainability and resiliency, and a demonstrated understanding of integrated planning for higher education.
An 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.
Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) or a similar system, e.g., Maximo, AssetWorks AiM, TMA.

Responsibilities

Lead University Master Plan initiatives to inform all space planning, building and facility development, and renovation projects.
Coordinates with CSU strategic planning, ensuring the coordination of campus subarea plans, and other facilities and exterior land use studies.
Oversees consultants that CSU hires to develop the University Master Plan.
Oversee all university campus plans and advance campus development in a manner consistent with the University Master Plan and the University's strategic goals and objectives.
Conducts and coordinates long-term, integrated planning with CSU STRATA, City of Fort Collins, and County planning and development teams.
Supervise and approve campus landscape architecture planning, design, and projects via inhouse staff design and professional consultant services.
Assist and help to coordinate applicable campus sustainability initiatives into facilities planning.
Coordinate with CSU Transportation and assist in the assessment and development of multimodal planning: campus pedestrian & bike pathways, ADA accessibility, transportation networks, and other plans as needed.
Prioritizes the highest and best use of campus space resources (interior and exterior) and maximizes benefit to the university by coordinating with FM Sections and other campus groups to develop planning, renovation, and construction projects.
Oversee and support the University Space Manager and ensure successful delivery of the following tasks:
Develop, establish, and control the methods, procedures, and systems to increase overall effectiveness of facilities utilization and management.
Conduct negotiations with college/departmental/divisional contacts regarding space requirements and appropriate space allocations to ensure the efficient use of University space.
Proactive management of University space with the analysis of technical data to devise and propose appropriate solutions to overcome space challenges considering academic, logistical, financial issues, workplace regulations, and political considerations. Engage with and influence stakeholders and implement the most suitable option.
Provide professional advice, guidance and support to departmental space managers and all University staff regarding how to use space in the most effective and efficient manner by creating and implementing policy standards and procedures. Explain technical or complicated space related information to a wide range of staff in an appropriate manner.
Facilitation of Master Plan and Town and Gown (Campus and Local Government Relationship) committees.
Sets agenda, priorities, and committee processes.
Oversight of Space Committee, Physical Development Committee, University Public Art Committee, Campus Arboretum Committee, and Pollinator Friendly Campus Committee which are facilitated by subordinate staff to the Campus Planner.
Member of the Design Review Committee and Public Safety Committee