Merrimack College is a selective, private college in a beautiful,
residential setting — just minutes from Boston,
Massachusetts.
Position Description:
Under the
direction of the Director of Facilities, the College Space Planner
is responsible for the planning, allocation, utilization, and
coordination of space across the College’s campus. The Space
Planner works collaboratively with academic and administrative
departments, senior leadership, Facilities personnel, and other
stakeholders to evaluate space needs, optimize the use of existing
facilities, and support renovations, relocations, and capital
planning initiatives. The position maintains accurate space and
floor plan records and coordinates campus moves, furniture
planning, and related projects to ensure College facilities
effectively support institutional operations, strategic priorities,
and the needs of the campus community.
Duty and Responsibilities:
- Manage and coordinate the allocation and utilization of space
across all campus buildings to support the College’s academic,
administrative, student, and operational needs.
Collaborate with senior leadership, Facilities personnel, and
other campus stakeholders to assess current and future space needs
and contribute to capital planning, renovations, and campus
development initiatives.
Analyze campus space utilization and recommend solutions to
improve the efficient and effective use of classrooms, offices,
common areas, and other College facilities.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date campus floor plans,
blueprints, space records, and related facilities
documentation.
Plan and coordinate departmental relocations and campus moves,
working with affected departments, Facilities personnel,
Information Technology, vendors, and other stakeholders to minimize
operational disruptions.
Develop and maintain an inventory of campus furniture,
fixtures, and related assets; coordinate furniture allocation,
relocation, reuse, and storage.
Coordinate with architects, consultants, vendors, community
organizations, and other external partners as necessary to support
space planning, relocation, and facilities initiatives.
Maintain effective communication and working relationships with
campus departments and stakeholders to identify space needs,
resolve concerns, and support institutional priorities.
Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability by
maintaining regular attendance and fulfilling assigned work
responsibilities.
Participate in the College’s on-call rotation and respond to
after-hours and emergency campus calls by providing direction,
making operational decisions, and responding in person when
necessary.
Prepare and support academic, athletic, and College-wide
events, including commencement, homecoming, admissions events, and
other special programs.
Perform special projects and other related duties as
assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Demonstrate organizational, planning, and time-management
skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making
abilities.
- Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools
such as Microsoft Project, CAD, and Procore
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Interior Design/Interior
Architecture is preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in spatial planning
- CSPA certification is preferred
- Higher Education, or multi-building property management
preferred.
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:
- A valid driver’s license is required.
Application Materials Should Include:
- Resume
- Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position,
citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including
experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian
mission and our values.
This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal
background check.
Statement on Our Mission
Merrimack College is a
Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to
building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to
enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by
our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth
through inquiry and dialogue.
Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can
contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All
candidates should describe in their application how they will
foster a culture that supports our mission.
About Merrimack College
The only Catholic, Augustinian
institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College
is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than
4,100 undergraduate, 2,500 graduate students and 50 doctoral
students from 48 states and 63 countries. The College features more
than 160 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate
programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate
about their subject and student success. The College has six
schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences,
nursing and health sciences, education and social policy, the
Girard school of business and the graduate school of counseling and
social work. The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north
of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s
Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the
Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in
the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News &
World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 38th in the
Regional Universities North category in 2026. Merrimack is a NCAA
Division I athletic institution.
Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Range: $80,000
- $90,000
