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NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.



Special Information

• This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
• Employees of Facility Services are considered essential staff and must report to work when the university is closed for emergencies. This position is required to participate is on-call, and call back duties, which can include days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Under established circumstances will respond to emergency dispatch calls within set timeframes Administrative or Campus Living buildings.

Job Description

The Architect leads and manages all campus design direction, setting the overall design vision for campus, while upholding foundations set forward in the campus master plan. The Architect position serves as a member of the Planning, Design & Construction team. The Architect manages the design team, including interior designer and landscape architect positions. This position creates layouts and plans, studies, and inspects existing structures, and develops specifications and selects materials required for renovations, alterations, and new developments to ensure proper conservation and construction of buildings within the University.

Design Services - 40%

• Collects and analyzes data on site conditions for preparation of architectural analysis and plans.
• Writes reports, produces estimated costs, presents proposals to clients for approval, and discusses requirement with clients.
• Develops specifications, conducts materials research, and selects materials required for renovations and alterations. Reviews drawings and documents to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Review project documentation to ensure project requirements, quality of design, and compliance with university design standards, as well as appropriate codes and standards.
• Prepares drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Completes preliminary architectural studies for new structures and alterations to existing structures and site development.
• Resolves complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions.
• Adheres to site, environment, local and federal regulations, building codes, and local planning and zoning laws.
• Selects appropriate materials for use in designs. Oversees, reviews, and manages required correspondence for all aspects of design work.

Project Managment - 40%

• Demonstrates successful project leadership by defining, developing and meeting project requirements, goals, budget and schedule.
• Take ownership and be the champion of assigned projects.
• Effectively lead project teams of design professionals, facility users, and various university departments by exemplifying high standards.
• Provide organization, leadership, and coordination to the project team.
• Ensure the quality and success of projects by managing consultants' design and recommend design modifications as required in the best interest of the university.
• Guides and holds accountable 3rd party design professionals and furniture vendors to define scope and deliver projects that meet schedule, budget and scope needs.
• Oversees the management and maintenance of job files, such as resource libraries, schedules, and procurement and budget tracking documents.

Campus Design Standards - 10%

• Works with university clients to design, draft, estimate, and assist with the implementation of interior and architectural services.
• Collaborates as needed in the selection of finishes, fixtures, furniture, and other architectural elements to ensure selections meet needs and all appropriate codes and requirements.
• Contributes to the university design guidelines and technical standards as a subject matter expert in interior design and building aesthetics.
• Report status and coordinate future milestones of projects to all relevant stakeholders and supervisors.
• Runs Architectural/Interior Design Review Team as a subset of the larger Strategic Space Planning Committee.

Personnel Management: - 5%

• Manage design staff.

Other - 5%

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate bachelor's degree.
• 5 to 7 years of professional experience.
• Licensed architect in Arizona.
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as an Owner's Architect, preference for Higher Education.
• Have 5+ years of design experience with 3+ years of project management experience.
• Experience directly managing employees.
• Have previous experience working with federal, state, or local government processes.
• Experience in architectural/engineering design and construction practices, i.e. change-orders, RFIs, and submittals.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of architectural design concepts and philosophies.
• Knowledge of current environmental impact studies.
• Knowledge of construction and building codes.
• Knowledge of computer automation software, word processing, and presentation and spreadsheet applications.
• Proficient with Revit, AutoCAD and 3D rendering.
• Organizational and project management skills.
• Coordinates activities, evaluates data, and establishes priorities.
• Supports projects, tracks deliverables, and manages all aspects of a project from inception to completion.
• Plans, analyzes, and coordinates activities and establishes priorities.
• Works independently and within a team environment.
• Provides technical guidance and leadership.
• Communicates effectively.
• Promotes a diverse, inclusive environment.
• Drafts renderings of concepts.

Driving Requirement

Driving a vehicle on behalf of the university is a regular part of this position. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive on university business to pass an online defensive driving course and submit their driver's license number for periodic records review. The law applies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive any university-owned motorized vehicles or personally-owned vehicles on University business. A driving record check and completion of required training must be completed before driving occurs on behalf of the university. More information on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found on the NAU website.

Background Information

This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Salary

Salary range begins at $72,445. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.

FLSA Status

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.

Benefits

This is a Service Professional (SPF) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System or the Optional Retirement Program; 22 days of vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits at NAU is available on the Human Resources benefits website. NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. Service Professionals are hired on a contract basis, renewable each 6 months according to terms of the Conditions of Professional Service. Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. If a new employee chooses the ASRS retirement option, participation in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, will begin on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee's start date. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), which is an alternative to the ASRS plan for faculty and other appointed staff, will begin to participate on the first day of employment. Additionally, the long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of employment.

Learning and Development

Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. New employee on-boarding training includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.

Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Application Deadline

April 6, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the Human Resources website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

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NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.







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