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UNIVERSITY of LOUISVILLE
Professional / Administrative Job Specification (8/99)
JOB TITLE: Interior Designer, Sr. **
CLASS CODE: 000809
JOB SUMMARY
Plan and direct the programming, coordination, design and space plan of furnishings and equipment for new and renovated interior spaces on all University campuses.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES
Assign interior design projects to staff.
Provide interior space planning, layout and design by consulting with faculty and staff involved with the construction project.
Supervise and evaluate interior design staff position performance.
Prepare architectural and structural drawings.
Educate University community on furnishing code requirements.
Prepare renovation drawings indicating space allotment and furniture layouts for installation purposes.
Monitor all departments furnishing purchases for fire code compliance.
Prepare budget estimates and furniture specifications.
Develop and maintain University's building Signage program.
Oversee construction and furniture delivery and installation.
Recommend products for University price contacts.
Consult with vendors, suppliers and manufacturers' representatives to provide appropriate movable equipment and furnishings for assigned projects.
Evaluate design firms for design service price contracts.
Administrative management of interior design projects contracted with local design and architectural firms.
KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING & SKILLS
Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related field. University Financial Records Systems knowledge required. Knowledge of Federal and Local fire codes and A.D.A. guidelines preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Nine years of Contract Design experience. An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be substituted for the requirements noted.
SUPERVISOR TITLE(S)
Director, University Planning, Design and Construction
SUBORDINATE TITLE(S)
Interior Designer
The intent of this document is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented.
