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INTERIOR DESIGNER / SPACE PLANNER

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Description –

Provide interior design services to plan, design, and furnish interiors of College buildings. Work with representatives from campus offices to identify factors affecting planning interior environments such as budget, preferences, purpose and function. Advise clients on interior design factors such as space planning, layout of furnishings/equipment, finish color and material selections. Create and provide interior drawings via AutoCAD software. Prepare project specifications and assist with the bid and purchasing processes. Work closely with the Director and coordinate with architects and contractors to ensure job success. Develop, update and maintain a computerized inventory system to monitor furniture, fixture and equipment inventories in all College properties. Maintain inventory of surplus furniture stored at off campus facility. Identify damaged items and make recommendations for repair, restoration, or disposal.

  1. Assist representatives from campus offices with projects involving interior office and other space design; provide options for furniture layout, finish color, material selections, paint color, carpet, and window covering selections. Provide recommendations and assist client in making selection(s). Work with furniture dealers to create quote, finalize with client and Office of Procurement to place the order. Track and coordinate final delivery and install.
  • Prepare computerized furniture and fixture designs using computer-aided design (AutoCAD). Assist in developing a computer-based record system for interior drawings and finishes; update and maintain interior drawings.
  • Work with representatives from campus offices to finalize selection of office or space furnishings. Assist with processing purchase orders and tracking status of orders. Create and maintain department databases, project files, office files, and related materials.
  • Independently supervise projects or components of larger projects from design phase to completion to ensure all work is completed per design specifications. Ensure collaboration with IT, the contractor, architect (when applicable), and appropriate Facilities departments.
  • Assist the Director in identifying, interviewing, and hiring architects and contractors for interior design projects, including new building and renovation projects.
  • Work with architects, contractors and the Director on new building and renovation projects to include reviewing drawings and attending project meetings and walk-throughs; specify furniture, fixtures, equipment and finishes. Prepare floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevation, section, detail, millwork, and furniture drawings as needed.
  • Work with furniture and signage suppliers, the College Warehouse, Facilities moving team and campus offices to coordinate deliveries and installations.
  • Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with furniture/equipment manufacturer representatives and furniture dealers; maintain and update resource and sample library ensuring current and new trends are represented.
  • Work with furniture manufacturers for replacement and warranties of current campus furniture.
  • Assist in the maintenance of a computer -based inventory system for tracking and identifying furniture, fixtures and equipment stored in an off campus location. Implement an identification system, and procedures and processes for storing and retrieving of inventories. Prepare reports identifying surplus inventory and approximate value. Review inventories and make recommendations for disposal and/or sale.
  • Receive requests for surplus furniture and identify available inventory; assist with scheduling pick-up and delivery from storage location.
  • Perform and coordinate yearly walkthroughs of campus buildings to survey and document conditions of furniture and interior spaces. Provide written reports of findings to Director and execute the plan to ameliorate issues.


  • Qualifications -

    Associate’s degree in interior design or architecture and at least 2 years of related professional experience in interior design; strong creative graphic design skills; a strong design sense and proven portfolio of interior design projects; ability to effectively and succinctly communicate design rationale; and identify trends and show concepts from rough through final stages of design; experience working with furniture dealers and manufacturers, architectural firms, and contractors; knowledge of office furniture systems and expertise with computer-aided design (AutoCAD); word processing, spreadsheet and data base software application expertise; excellent attention to detail; highly-developed organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; adaptable, competent, motivated and customer-focused; ability to prioritize projects, handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines, and the ability to work independently and in a team environment are required. A valid Driver’s License and adherence to the requirements set forth by the Office of Risk Management are also required. A bachelor’s degree in interior design or architecture, knowledge of sustainable products, familiarity with the LEED certificate process and knowledge and familiarity with ADA and building codes are preferred.

    Application Instructions -

    Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or humanresources@ithaca.edu.

    Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

    Hiring range: $20.00 - 24.05 per hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience. We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including work/life balance, generous paid time off policies, career-enhancing trainings, educational benefits, and opportunities to give back to the community. Beyond benefits, you’ll enjoy the kind of uniquely rewarding work environment that can only be found in a vibrant college community. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness”.

    Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

    Company

    Ithaca College

    Ithaca College is a private residential campus where students find life-changing academic pathways, powerful career networks, and lifelong community.

    Founded by a homesick violinist with a big vision, Ithaca College started out as the Ithaca Conservatory of Music — combining theory, practice, and performance from its inception. By the 1920s, academic programs expanded to include business, speech therapy, physical education, and the dramatic arts. IC was originally located in downtown Ithaca and moved to the present campus on South Hill overlooking Cayuga Lake in the 1960s.

    Situated near 150 majestic waterfalls in the Finger Lakes region of New York State, the city of Ithaca, New York, has been ranked as the best college town in the United States — hosting tech startups, a “killer music scene,” Broadway-caliber theatre, and world-class restaurants as well as alumni-owned ice cream shops.  

    Ithaca College offers more than 140 majors and minors through its five schools. Whether our alumni are winning Pulitzers, launching nonprofits, anchoring broadcast news, leading multibillion-dollar companies, or revolutionizing patient care (among many other pursuits and accomplishments), students at Ithaca College learn different and leave different. 

    Join an innovative educational community, where faculty and staff learn, thrive, and collaborate. IC will make you ready to take your career to new heights, giving you the chance to create your own path to success while you contribute to growing the minds of future generations.

    As an employee at Ithaca College, you’ll get much more than a competitive salary and the traditional advantages. We pride ourselves on providing our employees with the most comprehensive benefits possible.

    Beyond benefits, you’ll enjoy the kind of uniquely rewarding work environment that can only be found in a vibrant college community. We encourage and contribute to the personal and professional development of our faculty and staff. We understand that it’s the people who work here that make Ithaca College special, and we strive to be an employer of choice in our region.

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