Manager, Creative Design jobs in Tucson, AZ

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Supervises and participates in the development and enforcement of interior design standards for use by staff and outsourced design consultants in the new construction, remodel and tenant improvement projects under the management and operational control of the Facilities Management Department;

• Provides guidance, direction and assistance to staff and outsourced design consultants in performing the functions and responsibilities of their positions relative to the interior design, layout and construction of ongoing and proposed projects;

• Supervises, distributes work load and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; Investigates, identifies and documents the interior design needs of clients and provides guidance to staff performing similar tasks;

• Analyzes the identified interior design needs and requirements of clients and works with clients in developing and proposing options and solutions;

• Supervises and participates in developing design documents including contract working drawings, specifications and budget estimates using PC-based productivity software programs and Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) format;

• Ensures interior design component of project plans meet applicable building code requirements and state and federal guidelines;

• Monitors performance of outsourced design consultants, including, contractor-supplied materials and installation services;

• Establishes and maintains project files including verbal, written or graphic communications necessary for compliance with the Pima County Procurement Code;

• Supervises, participates and provides guidance to staff in coordinating the procurement of labor, materials, furniture, fixtures or equipment in compliance with the Pima County Procurement Code and established County design standards;

• Supervises and participates in the conformance review process for project invoices prior to processing invoices for payment;

• Provides guidance in maintaining current project budgets for periodic management reports; Prepares oral and written activity reports.

(1) Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college, university or professional trade school with a major in interior design or architecture AND four years of professional level work experience as an Interior Designer, Interior Design Assistant or Architect.

(Relevant professional level experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

(2) Professional certification from the National Council for Interior Design Qualifications (NCIDQ) as an Interior Designer AND two years of post-certified professional level work experience as an Interior Designer, Interior Design Assistant or Architect.

OR:

(3) Four years as an Interior Designer with Pima County.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

1. Minimum five (5) years experience in commercial interior design project management.
2. Minimum five (5) years experience in commercial interior design.
3. Minimum five (5) years experience developing design and product standards (including CSI specifications) for commercial facilities based on lifecycle, durability, ease of maintenance, and design consistency. 
4. Minimum five (5) years experience creating specifications and scope of work documents for bid/contract solicitations and contract review.

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Licenses and Certificate: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.