What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist III - CAD Operator position at Sam Houston State University?
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202500117S
Title
Specialist III - CAD Operator
FLSA status
Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Occupational Category
Technical/Para-Professional
Department
Facilities Planning & Construction
Division
Division of Finance and Operations
Open Date
04/23/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Associates degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Architecture, Interior Design or related field. Three years of experience in the areas of computer-aided design (CAD) or design development or in a related field. Working experience in AutoCAD is required. Knowledge in Geographical Information System (GIS) mapping is preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Assists with the digital updates of building blueprints and campus maps. Provides technical support for the Campus Space Planner and Project Coordinator(s) in space planning and campus construction.
Primary Responsibilities
Prepares detailed layouts of campus buildings and maps. Updates existing drawings with construction and renovation changes. Develops layouts for room and hallway directional signs in buildings. Prepares evacuation drawings for campus buildings. Makes scale calculations for updating the primary campus map with new construction. Produces prints of maps and building layouts to meet customer requirements. Trains student AutoCAD assistants when necessary. Organizes department’s plan room and oversees equipment repairs. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Must be computer literate and able to use Microsoft Office programs. Must possess good writing and communication skills. Must be able to work well with campus customers in preparing building prints and campus maps. Work must be performed in accordance with established procedures and guidelines of some complexity which involve frequent decisions. The use of initiative, independent judgment, and resourcefulness is a recognized characteristic of the job.
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/43310
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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