Facilities Senior Space Specialist at InsideHigherEd

Job no: 528914Position type: Staff Full TimeBenefit Status: Benefited-UnionCampus: UMass LowellDepartment: Project Management & PlanningSalary: Salary commensurate with experience within the grade/range/Please refer to the salary rates below in posting sectionApplications Open: Nov 03 2025 Applications Close: Open until filledGeneral Summary of Position:Reporting to the Facilities Information Systems Manager, the Facilities Senior Space Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and usefulness of campus space data across all university facilities. The primary responsibility of the position is to manage the space inventory system, coordinate and lead periodic space audits across all campus buildings, and serve as a point of contact for departments verifying their space records, as well as any reporting and analytics needed.This role also supports collaboration with campus stakeholders and assists in resolving space-related discrepancies. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. As a member of a small FIS team, this position may assist with a variety of other functions including records management systems, GIS and software licensing.Minimum Qualifications (Required):Bachelor’s degree in Library/Information Science, Architecture, Engineering, Information Systems, Facilities Management, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experienceExperience with AutoCADExperience with ESRI GIS softwareAbility to learn basic SQL Database management within the first year of employment, if not already proficientKnowledge of design and construction practicesProficiency in Microsoft Office and PDF/drawing viewers (e.g., Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat).Excellent organizational and analytical skills.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:Master’s Degree in a related fieldExperience with e-Builder, , SharePoint, PowerApps, or other facilities management platforms.Experience with space management software, digital archival systems, or records databases.Experience, certifications, or registrations related to the construction industry, project management, or information technology.Exposure to facilities planning or working within higher education or large institutional setting is a bonus.Special Instructions to Applicants:Only Internal Professional (SEIU 888 Professional Union) Bargaining candidates will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period. This is an SEIU 888 Professional Union position, Grade P18. Anticipated salary range has minimum of $72,170, 25th quartile of $82,093 and midpoint of $92,017.Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received. Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process. WhatsappFacebookLinkedInEmail App if (typeof SocialShareKit != 'undefined') { SocialShareKit.init({ forceInit: true, reinitialize: true, selector: '.social-share-kit .ssk' }); }