Director of Space Management

OverviewPosted: 9/22/25 Deadline: 10/13/25 Salary: Commensurate with education and experience Reference Number: R0076784 Director of Space ManagementAbout This Organization: University of ArkansasJob DutiesThe Director of Space Management is responsible for the strategic planning, analysis, allocation, and optimization of all university-owned and leased space. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the effective use of academic, research, administrative, and auxiliary space in alignment with the campus space management program and institutional goals, priorities, and long-term growth objectives. Working collaboratively with academic, research, auxiliary, and administrative units, the Director of Space Management leads efforts to assess space needs, manage space inventory systems, and develop data-driven recommendations for current and future space utilization.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Lead the development and implementation of the university’s space management strategy in alignment with institutional priorities, enrollment plans, and research growth.Serve as primary liaison for space-related issues and act as advisor to the Campus Executive and Advisory Space Committees.Prepare reports, presentations, and other requested space information for senior leadership to inform decision-making.Develop and maintain university space standards, guiding principles, policies, and procedures.Maintain and continuously update the university’s centralized space database, ensuring data accuracy for space assignments, occupancy, and square footage.Analyze space utilization data to identify inefficiencies, opportunities for reallocation, and long-term space needs.Collaborate with campus stakeholders to create and implement a process to evaluate, facilitate review, and respond to space requests from academic, research, auxiliary, and administrative units, providing recommendations based on institutional priorities, space standards, and utilization benchmarks.Provide data-driven recommendations for space planning, including scenario modeling and cost-benefit analysis.Develop and monitor space metrics, KPIs, and dashboards to inform executive leadership.Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, building codes, and organizational policies.Collaborate with campus planners, capital project teams, and facilities staff on renovation and construction projects to ensure effective space programming and alignment with space allocation principles.Support strategic initiatives such as campus master planning, program relocations, shared space models, and space audits.Serve as the university’s subject matter expert and primary liaison on the campus space management program.Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.Required QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Planning, Facilities Management, Higher Education Administration, Business Management, or a related fieldMinimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in space planning or facilities management, with at least three (3) years in a supervisory or leadership capacity. Senior Director level will be considered for candidates with a minimum of 15 years progressively responsible experience, with at least 10 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.Experience in strategic planning and project management, especially in large, complex organizationsDemonstrated experience working in a higher education environment or similarly complex institutional settingProficiency in space management systems, AutoCAD, GIS, and data analysis tools. Familiarity with regulatory requirements and accessibility standards (e.g., ADA, OSHA)Strong understanding of academic space typologies, research space allocation models, and instructional scheduling constraintsPrior experience developing and delivering products and technologies that guide the creation and governance of processes, platforms, and data required to deliver on organizational objectivesPreferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in Engineering, Planning, Facilities Management, Higher Education Administration, Business Management, or a related fieldFamiliarity with state or system-wide space standards and reporting requirements (e.g., for public universities)Experience supporting campus master planning or accreditation-related space reportingKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Strong leadership and team management capabilitiesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsProficiency in presenting complex data to non-technical audiencesOutstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse stakeholder groupsFinancial acumen and ability to manage space-related budgets and resourcesA commitment to supporting institutional goals around sustainability, accessibility, and equity in space allocationLocationFayetteville, ARSalaryCommensurate with education and experienceOther InformationRecruitment Contact Information:Julia Menke, , Sr. HR PartnerCrystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site do not send to listed recruitment contact.Special Instructions to Applicants:Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.Required Application MaterialsCover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08