Interior Designer

BASIC FUNCTION
The Part-Time Interior Designer supports campus interior space planning and improvement projects by developing practical, accessible, welcoming, and cost-effective design solutions. Working under the direction of the Executive Director of Facilities, this position assists with layouts, furniture and finish selections, visual concepts, project coordination, and documentation for academic and administrative spaces. The role collaborates with campus stakeholders and Facilities personnel to improve functionality, space utilization, durability, and the student and employee experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate classrooms, offices, conference rooms, common areas, and student spaces; develop interior design concepts, floor plans, furniture layouts, and space utilization recommendations.

• Recommend furniture, fixtures, finishes, materials, colors, signage, and workspace configurations appropriate for educational environments, established standards, and available budgets.

• Prepare design boards, renderings, presentations, drawings, finish schedules, and other materials needed to communicate and document proposed improvements.

• Work with the Executive Director of Facilities to establish priorities and develop preliminary scopes, material specifications, estimates, and project schedules.

• Assist with office relocations, departmental space changes, classroom improvements, renovations, furniture installations, and related interior projects.

• Coordinate with Facilities staff, academic and administrative departments, vendors, contractors, and suppliers; communicate project status, constraints, and recommendations.

• Research products, obtain samples and pricing, compare options, and make recommendations based on function, accessibility, quality, durability, lifecycle cost, and ease of maintenance.

• Evaluate existing furnishings for reuse, relocation, refurbishment, or replacement; help coordinate orders, deliveries, installations, and placement.

• Visit project sites, monitor implementation against approved designs, and identify quality concerns, discrepancies, or necessary adjustments.

• Meet with campus stakeholders to assess requirements and translate feedback into workable solutions consistent with institutional priorities and standards.

• Maintain accurate records of floor plans, measurements, selections, product specifications, purchasing information, and project documentation.

• Support compliance with applicable accessibility, building, fire, life safety, and institutional requirements; consult Facilities and qualified technical professionals where regulated building systems are involved.

• Identify opportunities for campuswide consistency, flexible spaces, sustainability, improved space utilization, and responsible stewardship of resources.

• Perform other related duties as assigned within the authorized part-time schedule of no more than 28 hours per week.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Associate degree or higher in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Experience with interior design, space planning, facilities planning, commercial interiors, or related work.

• Knowledge of design principles, furniture, materials, finishes, drawings, and space planning methods.

• Ability to use CAD, space planning, or comparable design applications and standard office software.

• Strong communication, organization, customer service, problem-solving, and project coordination skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or related field.

• Experience with higher education, commercial, healthcare, corporate, or other institutional interiors.

• Experience with furniture procurement, vendor coordination, budgeting, renovation projects, drawings, presentations, and finish schedules.

• Familiarity with accessibility requirements, applicable codes, life safety, maintenance considerations, and relevant professional credentials.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily in campus offices, classrooms, and other interior facilities. The position involves visiting and measuring spaces, reviewing plans and samples, and inspecting furnishings and installed materials. Occasional walking, standing, bending, reaching, and access to active renovation areas may be required. Reasonable accommodations will be provided consistent with applicable law.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

Reports directly to the Executive Director of Facilities. Works collaboratively with Facilities personnel, faculty, staff, administrators, vendors, and contractors. This is a part-time position limited to a maximum of 28 hours per week, with scheduling coordinated around campus and project needs. The position has no assigned supervisory responsibilities.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
  
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
  

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
  

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.
  

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Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.