Landscape Architect: Tree Preservation & Plan Review

City of Frisco; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Frisco is seeking a Landscape Architect for the Development Services department in Frisco, TX. The role focuses on reviewing landscape plans, ensuring tree preservation, and promoting native plant species through community outreach.

This full-time position requires state licensure, a degree in landscape architecture, and the ability to conduct field inspections and coordinate across departments to advance the Comprehensive Plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture and two years of landscape architecture or design experience (or equivalent).
• Must possess Texas Landscape Architect License and a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Pre-employment drug screening and/or post-offer physical may be required.

Responsibilities

• Review development plans for landscaping, tree preservation, irrigation and surveys.
• Conduct field inspections to verify compliance with landscape ordinances.
• Communicate with architects, engineers, developers, and owners to promote tree preservation.
• Assist in education programs and community outreach on landscape topics.
• Provide landscape design guidance including screening and native plant use.

Skills

Landscape architecture

Tree preservation

Water conservation

Code enforcement

Public communications

Inspections

Open space design

Mediating/negotiating

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture

Texas Landscape Architect License

Driver’s License

Job description

City of Frisco is seeking a Landscape Architect for the Development Services department in Frisco, TX. The role focuses on reviewing landscape plans, ensuring tree preservation, and promoting native plant species through community outreach.

This full-time position requires state licensure, a degree in landscape architecture, and the ability to conduct field inspections and coordinate across departments to advance the Comprehensive Plan.