Parks & Trails Planner — Design, Planning & Community Impact

City of Carlsbad

Carlsbad (CA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

The City of Carlsbad is seeking a Parks Planner to lead park and trails planning, develop designs, specifications, and cost estimates for urban parks and recreation projects. You will coordinate with consultants, manage open space initiatives, and prepare staff reports for commissions and City Council.

A landscape architecture background and strong communication are essential. Experience in capital projects, CAD/GIS proficiency, and driving requirements are valued as you help shape parks and

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of landscape architecture, parks and trails planning, design and site development
  • Knowledge of land use, environmental and site planning principles
  • Familiarity with CAD and GIS software for landscape design and planning

Responsibilities

  • Day-to-day management of park and trails projects and design development
  • Coordinate and manage project development teams and external consultants
  • Prepare drawings, specifications, cost estimates, reports and presentations for park projects
  • Review plans for conformance to city policies and program goals
  • Interact with multiple city departments, commissions and community groups

Skills

Landscape architecture
Parks & trails planning
Land use planning
CAD
GIS
Contract administration
Public presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture/urban planning or related field

Tools

CAD
GIS

Job description

The City of Carlsbad is seeking a Parks Planner to lead park and trails planning, develop designs, specifications, and cost estimates for urban parks and recreation projects. You will coordinate with consultants, manage open space initiatives, and prepare staff reports for commissions and City Council.

A landscape architecture background and strong communication are essential. Experience in capital projects, CAD/GIS proficiency, and driving requirements are valued as you help shape parks and

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