Transportation Landscape Architect Assistant I, or II - Design Division - Austin, TX

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking candidates for the position of Transportation Landscape Architect Assistant I and II. These roles involve assisting in environmentally sensitive landscape architectural designs, managing statewide landscape programs, and liaising with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture and a valid driver's license. This position offers opportunities for professional development in landscape architecture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture required.
• No experience required for Assistant I; 1 year for Assistant II.
• Valid driver’s license and Safety Impact Certificate necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing landscape architectural designs.
• Coordinate landscape projects with consultants.
• Evaluate new products and methods related to landscape projects.

Skills

Landscape and vegetation management design

Product/method evaluation

Botany

Soils

Climate knowledge

Construction methods

Effective working relationships

Design/drafting work

Computer proficiency

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture

Job description

Transportation Landscape Architect Assistant I:

Assists in developing environmentally sensitive landscape architectural designs and provides support to the landscape development and establishment of projects. Assists in the management of statewide landscape programs and acts as liaison for coordinating landscape programs with public or private organizations, consultants, districts or divisions. Work requires contact with the governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Transportation Landscape Architect Assistant II:

Assists in developing environmentally sensitive landscape architectural designs and provides support to the landscape development and establishment of projects. Assists in the management of statewide landscape programs and acts as liaison for coordinating landscape programs with public or private organizations, consultants, districts or divisions. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Landscape Architect Assistant I:

• Assists districts and divisions on issues concerning landscape architecture and pedestrian accessibility design.
• Assists in coordinating landscape projects with consultants or universities.
• Assists in developing and reviewing plans, specifications, estimates and special provisions pertaining to landscape projects or landscape items as related to roadway projects.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Landscape Architect Assistant II:

All of the above and:

• Contributes to the coordination of landscape plan development with consultants, local and state officials, and the public.
• Evaluates new products and methods related to landscape projects.
• Reviews, evaluates and develops requests for public participation in landscape programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Transportation Landscape Architect Assistant I:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture.

Experience:

• None Required
• Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Safety Impact Certificate

Transportation Landscape Architect Assistant II:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture.

Experience:

• 1 YEAR Experience as a landscape architect assistant or equivalent under the oversight of a RLA,RA or LPE
• Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Safety Impact Certificate

Competencies:

Transportation Landscape Architect Assistant I:

• Landscape and vegetation management design including plans, specifications and estimates
• Product/method evaluation related to landscape and vegetation management projects
• Botany, soils, climate and various construction methods
• Utilities such as water and electrical services
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others
• Performing design/drafting work and preparing plans
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Handling multiple tasks and projects

Transportation Landscape Architect II:

All of the above and:

• Competitive bid processes, rules and regulations
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Subject to sitting/standing prolonged periods of time
• Subject to Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Subject to Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.