Planner, Campus Planning

Job Title

Planner, Campus Planning

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

University Architect

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Planner, Campus Planning

Here is a glimpse of the job:

Join our team as a mid-level Planner under the supervision of the University Architect, where you'll play a crucial role in enhancing Texas A&M University's built environment through short and long-term planning and conservation efforts. Your role includes ensuring sustainable management of architectural, environmental, cultural, and land resources, assisting in the coordination of the Campus Master Plan, and verifying that campus projects comply with TAMU design guidelines and standards.

Who We Are

The Office of the University Architect leads the planning, design, and construction changes on campus. We provide project scope and definition, support the creation of memorable architecture, and ensure a unique sense of place. Our team conducts preliminary site planning studies, conceptual design studies, and develops the Program of Requirements (PORs). We also support the design and construction process of campus projects. https://facilities.tamu.edu/departments-committees/university-architect.html

What You Need To Know

Salary is commensurate based on experience.

Salary range: $80,000-$90,000

Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter.

This position is located in College Station, TX. Remote/Work from alternate location is not available at this time.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or a related field, any equivalent combination of education and experience
• 6-7 years of experience in planning (campus, regional, city planning, etc.) and working experience with AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign and SketchUp. .
  
  
  

Preferred Education And Experience

• Master’s degree in Urban Planning, experience with ArcGIS
• Certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Project Development: Develop short and long-range campus planning strategies. Plan new developments or redevelopments to ensure compliance with the Campus Master Plan. Conduct studies on area plans, land use, circulation, sustainability, environmental, and development controls. Perform planning studies on scope, siting, and cost of projects, and provide recommendations. Analyze development impacts and campus planning needs. Provide technical recommendations on planning elements, sustainability, and capital projects.
• Project Management: Participate in meetings and workshops to monitor campus projects for compliance with the Campus Master Plan. Coordinate with TAMU’s Landscape Architect to ensure compliance with the Campus Master Plan and Design Standards. Prepare and distribute data, drawings, maps, and other planning information. Ensure effective communication and coordination among team members. Review, track, and process campus project planning documentation.
• Campus Standards, Processes, and Reports: Assist in developing and updating campus planning and sustainable design guidelines. Produce reports, presentation materials, graphics, and maps. Coordinate and gather data for planning and design projects. Develop and maintain update reports for campus planning projects. Develop methods and systems to measure and track compliance and implementation activities.
• Outreach: Represent TAMU at local, regional, and state agency meetings. Prepare and present written and oral presentations. Provide mentorship to other OUA team members. Promote outreach and partnerships with academic components of the University.
  
  
  

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
  
  
  

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.