Architectural Staff – Sacramento, CA or Portland, OR

We are seeking an Architectural Staff (non-licensed Architectural Staff Level I or Level II) to collaborate on building and/or urban design master plan projects that may include affordable, senior, or mixed-use multifamily housing; community serving commercial space; and other community benefit developments. This position is ideal for someone who brings technical and design knowledge; affordable housing experience; and enthusiasm for taking initiative through a framework of collaboration and empowerment. 

Salazar Architect seeks candidates who are committed to advancing social, racial, and environmental justice in their personal and professional lives; and who have experience living in, working with, or volunteering with BIPOC communities. We value the lived experience you bring to the design table, and we encourage candidates who desire working in diverse teams and providing culturally inclusive engagement to apply.

Responsibilities (Role)

Level I: Fully competent in all conventional aspects of architecture. Independently performs a variety of assignments requiring skills in all conventional aspects of architectural designs for projects of moderate size and complexity. Performs analyses of design, planning, and occupancy studies, and limited design layouts. Prepares project outline specifications, compiling and analyzing relevant data, and coordinates with specification consultant. Reviews completed reports, plans, estimates, and calculations.

  • Able to respectfully lead and mentor more junior staff and teams; and support staff at any level when they need assistance

  • Develop a basic understanding of building and zoning codes

  • Able to understand how drawing set is put together and can cartoon out sets for communicating with project team

  • Able to coordinate submittal requirements for various jurisdictional applications

Level II: Competent in all requirements of Level I staff. Responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned major project, including investigation, evaluations, and recommendation of design solutions that best meets the client's needs. Provides professional architectural consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of larger complex projects. Independently applies advanced architectural concepts and designs. Carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. May provide technical guidance to less experienced architects/architectural staff. 

  • Able to delegate tasks with expected timelines to accomplish tasks. Works with staff to troubleshoot task completion in a timely manner

  • Can lead a team of 2+ people

  • Uses critical thinking skills to foresee or resolve issues on the project

  • Applies sound and diverse knowledge of architecture principles and practices in broad array of assignments and related fields

  • Acts independently regarding architectural methods and complexities

  • Experienced in Design Coordination

  • Experienced in all phases including Construction Administration

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong interest in collaborating with BIPOC community-based organizations. Commitment to racial and climate justice.

  • Able to follow direction from peers and more experienced staff and deliver work product requested.

  • Ability to create a digital model and 2D details from rough sketches with accuracy.

  • Proficiency in Revit and SketchUp. 

  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).

  • Rendering skills a plus.

  • Bilingual would be a plus.

  • Good relational and communication skills.

Education and Experience

  • Professional degree in architecture.

  • Minimum of 3 years of industry experience

Location

This is a full-time position based in Sacramento, CA or Portland, OR. We are currently working in a flexible hybrid office/remote model.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive compensation; 401(k) with employer contributions; health, dental, disability, and life insurance; 10 paid holidays; Flexible PTO; financial and time support for professional development; and a culture that encourages community involvement and activism. 

The salary range for this position is between $60K to $85K. We conduct pay equity reviews twice yearly and maintain transparency of salary ranges. Salary ranges are derived from AIA published data on office location, our firm’s size, and the staff’s job classification. We make adjustments for applicant’s skills; prior relevant experience; degrees and/or certifications; and changes to cost of living.

COVID-19 Consideration

To protect our community and the communities we work with, we require proof of COVID-19 vaccination upon hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salazar Architect Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that values equity, diversity, and inclusion. Women and BIPOC candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Submission Instructions

Please email resume and work examples to info@salazarch.com with “Architectural Staff” in the subject and visit www.salazarch.com for additional information about our firm. Applications will be reviewed upon submission with interviews as early as January 20th, 2025. Applications for this position are open until February 16, 2025.