Assistant Director for Facilities & Space Management

The Assistant Director for Facilities & Space Management plays a critical role in supporting the Office of the Executive Vice President & Provost by managing day-to-day space planning and utilization for Schools and Provost units. This position collaborates across the University to ensure strategic alignment of facilities and planning initiatives including Facilities Management, Office of the Architect, Office of the University Registrar, Information Technology Services, and others. The role requires a forward-thinking approach to how the Office can best support academic units and optimize resources.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Schools and Provost units with day-to-day space management and allocation, ensuring units are well supported and equipped to meet their academic and operational needs.
• Work with the Office of the University Registrar (UREG), Information Technology Services (ITS) and Facilities Management (FM) to manage classrooms and address facilities-related needs.
• Lead space management efforts for Provost units including coordinating and managing small renovation projects from scoping through completion.
• Provide data-driven space needs assessments and planning support for Schools and Provost units as inputs for the University's capital planning process.
• Support the Senior Director of Facilities & Capital Planning by coordinating academic input and conveying unit needs on capital projects, serving as project lead for defined scopes or phases as delegated.
• Participate in the development and implementation of guidelines, processes, and policies around space use that promote effective and equitable space use across academic units.
• Collaborate across University departments to align facilities planning with institutional goals, strategic initiatives, and resource stewardship.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for routine space-related questions and issues from Schools and Provost units, escalating complex matters as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in planning, architecture, or related field.
• Experience: Two years of relevant experience in space management and facilities planning. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Licensure/Certifications: None

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with higher education environments and academic operations.
• Experience in strategic facilities planning.
• Knowledge of financial planning and budgeting for capital projects.

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs.

Salary Range

• The anticipated hiring range is $60,000 - $80,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type & Work Location

• This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

• This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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Application Timeline

Application review will begin after May 3, 2026.

Additional Requirements

• Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
• This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship at this time.

How to Apply

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0082747. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Reference Check Process

Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact

• For questions about the position, please contact Elisa Langille, at em2bn@virginia.edu.

• For questions about the application process, please contact Rich Haverstrom, HR Recruiter, at rkh6j@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.