Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington.
Portland Community College will also ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at [contact details available in the full listing].
Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.
What You'll Do and Who We Are Looking For
This is a Temporary position funded until 6/30/2033.
Under the direction of management in the Office of Planning and Construction, the Associate Space Planning Manager is responsible for managing the college's space inventory and utilization data, and informing the assignment of space for the college. This position is considered a technical resource that can make recommendations to better maximize space utilization. It is intended to inform college initiatives related to space and ensure that existing physical facilities are used effectively and efficiently. This is a highly collaborative position requiring coordination and alignment with a number of college programs including Academic and Student Affairs, Facility Management Services, Scheduling and others. It will engage and facilitate discussion with staff at all levels of the college and be guided by the overarching principles of teamwork, accountability, and stewardship of public resources.
Classification Description: https://www.pcc.edu/hr/associate-space-planning-project-manager/
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Facilities Management, Planning, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field (relevant experience may substitute for the Bachelor's degree requirement on a year-for-year basis).
Four years of demonstrated experience in space management in a campus setting Proficiency in a variety of computer-aided design software and space planning tools.
Success Criteria - (throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on your demonstration of the following criteria):
- Strong critical thinking and analytical reasoning skills with experience in gathering, assessing and interpreting data and offering clear recommendations
- Confident visual, written, and oral communication skills including experience with group facilitation and the ability to present complex material in a useful and understandable fashion to diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated history of taking initiative and proactively coordinating and prioritizing tasks to ensure resources are employed appropriately.
- Proficiency with space management software as well as Revit and AutoCad.
- Familiarity with the unique characteristics of a campus setting and managing and/or coordinating multiple projects in a number of different locations
- Familiarity with design and Construction management principles and facility planning principles
- The ability to bring order and direction to complex or ambiguous challenges and accurately deliver complex materials in a timely manner
Why You'll Love Working Here
The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning. As part of our College community, you'll enjoy:
- A collaborative and inspiring campus community
- Opportunities for learning and professional development
Position Grade
Management K
Employment Type
Full time
Total Rewards Package / What We Offer
- Comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options. Includes Health, Dental, and Vision options, Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs

