Facility Planner - Signage
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
- 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.
- UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Position Information
General Information
| Position Number |
010057 |
| 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 1-2 days of telework per week. |
| Hours per week |
40 |
| FLSA Status |
Exempt |
| Division |
Business Affairs |
| Department |
Facilities Management (Adm) |
| Work Location |
FMPPS |
| Salary Range |
$78,246 - $84,000 |
| 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
III) supports the operation of the Planning, Design, and Construction team as the lead facility planner 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 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. The incumbent will have overall responsibility for project management of department and assigned university signage projects. |
| Summary of Position Responsibilities |
- 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, prioritize capital improvement projects, and entail directing 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, and conduct planning/project meetings, and serves 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.
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| Minimum Education/Experience |
- Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in the area of assignment and at least eight years of professional experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
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| 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 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) required.
- 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 effectively work/interact with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
- Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
- Ability to possess, maintain, or obtain a valid driver's license upon appointment to the position.
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| Necessary Certifications/Licenses |
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| Preferred Certifications/Licenses |
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| 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.
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
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| Posting Open Date |
12/12/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Proposed Hire Date |
02/02/2026 |
| If time-limited please indicate appointment end date |
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| Contact Information |
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Charlotte Website
- HERC Job Board
- Inside Higher Education
- Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
- Another Website
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Other
Where did you learn about this posting?
(Open Ended Question)
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Do you have a four-year college or university with a degree in the area of assignment and at least eight years of professional experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Optional Documents
- Contact Information for References
- Abridged Portfolio
- Online Portfolio
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University of North Carolina Charlotte
Dec 12, 2025