Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for an Architectural Technician in Planning, Design and Construction. The primary purpose of the Architectural Technician is to support the University Architect and Office of Planning, Design, and Construction while working closely with the Physical Plant and other campus divisions.
Duties and Responsibilities
30% Space Planning and Utilization: Performs space utilization assessments consistent with Kansas Board of Regents methodology and criteria. Coordinates with maintenance staff, and others as necessary to schedule and complete assessments in an efficient and timely manner.
20% Data Management/Reporting: Prepares or assists in preparing reports to the Kansas Board of Regents, PSU administrators and other stakeholders as requested. Confers with supervisor and others as appropriate in assigning priorities, requesting work, and issuing reports.
30% Maintains project and drawing files for existing facilities, assists in designing small modifications or renovations, documents completed projects, and retrieves historical hard copy or digital documents for use by the office, consultants, and others on campus.
10% Interior Finishes: Prepares preliminary cost estimates for addressing identified facility deficiencies. Uses RS Means cost data or other acceptable sources. Confers with supervisor and others as necessary for consistency, evaluating options, and other considerations.
10% Other Duties as Assigned: Attends meetings, provides training/outreach, assists in campus/project planning, serves as project manager or project support staff, assists in emergency planning/response, and performs other tasks as assigned.
Education and Experience
Required Education and Experience - Time of Hire
Associates Degree in Architectural Technology, Interior Design, CAD, similar degree, technical certificate or two years of full-time work experience.
Strong foundation of technical architectural, design, or construction knowledge.
Knowledge of U.S. building codes, office procedures, and filing standards.
Preferred Education and Experience -
B.S. degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or closely related field
Two years of work experience at an institution of higher learning
Two years of professional experience in a firm or as a sole proprietor
Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background and sex offender check.
Job Type: Unclassified
Appointment Duration: 12 months
Work Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Salary: $53,000 annually
Application Documents Required*:
Open Until Filled with a first consideration date of July 29, 2026
Search Committee Chair: Lindell Haverstic, lhaverstic@pittstate.edu
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.
Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a respectful and supportive environment for all employees.
About Pittsburg State University
Founded in 1903, Pittsburg State's 373-acre campus is a beautiful blend of historic buildings and modern facilities, including state-of-the-art athletics, arts, and research facilities.
Its residential and online undergraduate and graduate student population of nearly 6,000 is guided by an exceptionally talented and dedicated faculty, staff, and administrative team.
Pitt State's hands-on learning environment and engagement by alumni working in a variety of professional sectors creates incredible academic, internship, and employment opportunities for students. Academic programs often bring home national honors.
The university enjoys a close relationship with Pittsburg residents as well as city and business leaders. Throughout town, you'll see gorilla statues in front lawns and red and gold Gorilla spirit at local businesses. Students, faculty, and staff are highly engaged in the local school district and with service projects, and in turn the community is highly supportive of and engaged in university activities.
Faculty, staff, and students have access to many amenities, including discounts and free access to concerts, plays, athletic events on campus as well as discounts on meals and services off campus.
Pitt State has developed unique partnerships in downtown Pittsburg, 1.4 miles north of the main campus. There, Block22 and the historic Hotel Besse offer innovative student housing options and the new Kelce College of Business building, scheduled to open in July 2026, will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, collaboration spaces, and space for professional development and public events.
The university has earned institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and two elite classifications from the Carnegie Foundation.