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The University of Iowa is seeking a creative, collaborative, and detail-oriented Interior Designer to oversee the design, renovation, replacement, and repair of building interiors and furnishings for University Housing & Dining (UH&D).

  • Assisting clients in the design of space accommodations.
  • Gather information and recommend products or services while monitoring expenses against established accounts.
  • Review and verify the quality and accuracy of design proposals, including designs, contract documents, cost estimates, and specifications.
  • Supervise repairs and modifications to buildings, equipment, and specialized environments.
  • Drafting CAD documents for UH&D.
  • In conjunction with the Director, plan and implement objectives and long-range projects for building interiors and furnishings.
  • Assist with in-house education of staff regarding finishes and furniture materials.

For a detailed job description, please email the contact listed below.

About University Housing & Dining

University Housing & Dining complements the academic mission of the University of Iowa by providing clean, well-maintained, secure, healthy, and affordable housing and dining options designed to meet the diverse and evolving developmental, education, and nutritional needs of students living in a multicultural community.

About The Division Of Student Life

The Division of Student Life is comprised of staff that embrace new ideas and thoughts, works together to keep our students safe, and provides them with life-changing experiences. The Division of Student Life includes 14 departments that span from Recreation Services to the office of Leadership, Service and Civic Engagement and everything in between. We believe in working together as one team to achieve our mission: fostering student success by creating and promoting inclusive educationally purposeful services and activities within and beyond the classroom. One of our division priorities is to advance UI’s goals to recruit and retain U.S. racial/ethnic minority (URM) staff and students.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture from an accredited college or University or a two or three year degree certificate in Interior Design, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
  • Valid NCIDQ certification or ability to obtain within 2 years of start date.
  • Work experience (typically a minimum of 1-3 years) in interior design, including architectural drafting, detailing and/or design.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with computer software applications including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and CADD drafting.
  • Working knowledge of and the ability to execute project plans including costing, scheduling, and resource requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate, engage in teamwork and develop self to prepare for new or changing assignments, processes, people, or priorities as organizational needs dictate at a working proficiency level.
  • Demonstrated working proficiency in the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through appropriate communication methods and behaviors at a working proficiency level.
  • Demonstrated working proficiency in the ability to provide excellent customer service and to meet or exceed customer service needs.
  • Valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the University of Iowa Fleet Safety Driving Record Review Standards.

Desirable Qualifications

  • More than 3 years of experience in interior design, including architectural drafting, detailing and/or design.
  • Working knowledge of basic safety and building codes and an understanding of ergonomic issues including basic knowledge of ADA compliance in the workplace.
  • Experience working with interior design in a college or university residential setting.

Application Details

  • In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
Additional Information

  • Classification Title: Facility Coordinator
  • Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
  • Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

  • Pay Level: 3B
  • Starting Salary Minimum: $45,000.00
  • Starting Salary Maximum: Commensurate

Contact Information

  • Organization: Student Life
  • Contact Name: Melanie Bell
  • Contact Email: Melanie-Bell@uiowa.edu
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