Campus Planning Assistant to the Director at Kean University in Union, New Jersey

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External Applicant Instructions

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Office of Facilities and Campus PlanningCampus Planning Assistant to the Director

Under the general supervision of the Director of Construction, the Campus Planning Assistant (Professional Services Specialist IV, Facilities) is responsible for performing basic professional functions required by the Director of Construction to support daily operations in the Office of Campus Planning. In addition, the employee will support the Director of Construction with the development, design, planning and execution of projects. This position works closely with the Kean community and all levels of state officials, government and groups. This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree; one (1) year of professional experience in building and property management and operations or project management in a construction or design setting; and a driver's license valid in the State of New Jersey is required. A Bachelor's degree in the field of Architecture and three years of experience in construction, design and project document control is preferred. Higher education experience is a plus. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Adobe Suite, file sharing, AutoCAD, 3-D Modeling and document control. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year for year basis. Candidate must have the ability to perform tasks that require moderate physical activity, including driving, walking long distances, standing, bending and/or stooping, lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a four (4) month Working Test Period to become eligible for a regular appointment.

Official transcripts for all degrees are required prior to appointment.

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, external candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. If you are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 for medical or religious reasons, or reasons related to a current pregnancy, you may submit a request for an exemption. If you are approved for an exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement, you will be required to wear a mask while indoors on campus and you will be required to be tested for COVID-19 by the University on a regular schedule.

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.

Diversity & Non-Discrimination Statement

Kean University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Kean's commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to not only thrive, but climb higher in a diverse world. As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution we work to support a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the diversity and equity of all students, faculty, staff, administrators, and beyond.

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