Facility Planner - Signage

General Information Position Number:
009958

Vacancy Open to:
All Candidates

Working Title:
Facility Planner - Signage

Position Designation:
EHRA Non-Faculty

Employment Type:
Permanent - Full-time

Months per Year:
12

Work Schedule:
Monday Friday, 8am-5pm
This position is also eligible for one telework day per week, per supervisors permission.

Hours per week:
40

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Division:
Business Affairs

Department:
Facilities Management (Adm)

Work Location:
FM/PPS

Salary Range:
$62,115 - $78,500

Primary Purpose of Department:
The Planning, Design, and Construction department manages the design and planning of informal and capital projects for the university community.

Primary Purpose of Position:
The Facility Planner Signage (Facility Planner II) supports the operation of the Planning, Design, and Construction department as part of a team of facility planners responsible for researching, designing, assisting, and managing all aspects of interior building signage, as well as the majority of exterior building signage for the University community. The Facility Planner Signage is tasked with the responsibility of assisting with producing and maintaining the Design and Construction guidelines related to signage. The incumbent is expected to keep abreast of industry standards related to building signage and will serve as a university resource for signage design standards for the campus community.

Summary of Position Responsibilities:
This is administrative and technical work in conducting short and long-range signage planning, development, maintenance, and replacement. The employee will review design plans and specifications for functionality, attainment of programming needs and technical specifications, design efficiency, and building code compliance. Work includes the ability to translate conceptual ideas to specific programming, project design, and space layout, development and management of related databases, prioritizing capital improvement projects, and may entail directing the work of vendors and/or contractors. The employee will work with campus stakeholders and external vendors to create formal signage plans to meet the needs of a proposed facility or renovation, develop projected cost estimates based on cost trends, conduct planning meetings, and serve as a liaison with outside designers and reviewing agencies, facilities services personnel, and county and local government officials. Strong emphasis on graphic design and project management.

Minimum Education/Experience:
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in the area of assignment and at least four years of professional experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of industry standards and design principles for building signage is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to effectively anticipate and respond to requests for information and assistance.
• Flexible and innovative with the ability to manage responsibilities and multiple priorities in a time-critical environment.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension)
• Exemplary skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communications.
• Proficient in Computer Software: Adobe SUITE : Illustrator, Photoshop; AutoCAD, Trimble, Google SketchUp and LayOut; Microsoft Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Project planning, and other related software.
• Member of appropriate graphic design or other related professional organizations.
• Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
• Ability to possess, maintain, or obtain a valid drivers license upon appointment to the position.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses:

• Ability to possess, maintain, or obtain a valid drivers license upon appointment to the position.

Preferred Certifications/Licenses:

Special Notes to Applicants:

• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist .
• Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
• Do not write see resume on your application when completing the job duties section.
• UNC Charlotte Benefits Information:

Posting Open Date:
05/26/2026

Posting Close Date:
06/16/2026

Open Until Filled:
No

Proposed Hire Date:
07/13/2026

If time-limited please indicate appointment end date:

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