About this role
Job Summary Provides strategic leadership for campus occupancy planning, space utilization, and workplace planning initiatives. Develops data-driven occupancy strategies that align institutional priorities, enrollment growth, and organizational objectives with available space resources. Collaborates with academic and administrative leadership to forecast space demand, evaluate utilization trends, develop planning scenarios, and recommend solutions that maximize the effectiveness of the University's facilities. Serves as a subject matter expert in occupancy planning, space analytics, and workplace strategy while leading cross-functional planning efforts and supporting capital planning initiatives. About Us Be a part of Administrative Operations—the organization that powers Purdue University by providing safe, reliable and transformative services. We support the university’s day-to-day operations, as well as the strategic vision for the future. Administrative Operations delivers a wide range of essential services through various positions, including custodians, construction project managers, electricians, firefighters, groundskeepers, plumbers and more. We are looking for hardworking, dedicated individuals as we continue to grow strong, service-focused teams across campus. Team members work in collaborative environments where their contributions directly impact the success and daily experience of students, faculty, staff and campus visitors. Our employees benefit from the stability of year-round work, competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off and opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth. Apply now to begin your career with Administration Operations! What We're Looking For Education and Experience Required: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Planning, Facilities Management, Engineering, Business, Real Estate, Construction Management, or a related field Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in occupancy planning, space planning, facilities planning, institutional planning, or workplace strategy Experience: developing strategic space utilization plans and occupancy forecasts presenting recommendations to executive leadership managing multiple planning initiatives simultaneously Skills Required: Advanced analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills Expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, and data analysis Strong: proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Office Suite project management, organization, and prioritization skills Experience using space management, CAFM, IWMS, AutoCAD or space planning software or facilities management software Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Knowledge of occupancy planning principles, workplace strategy, and space utilization methodologies Demonstrated strategic thinking with exceptional attention to detail Ability to: interpret large datasets and communicate findings through clear visualizations and executive presentations. influence stakeholders and build collaborative relationships across multiple departments work independently while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment Additional Information: Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position A background check will be required for employment in this position FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime) Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days - Summary of Benefits for Professional levels 1-3, Management levels 1-2 - Human Resources - Purdue University . Career Stream Professional 3 Pay Band S070 Job Code #20003088 Career path maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/ Who We Are Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture. Equal Opportunity Employer Purdue University is an EOE employer.