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

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking Landscape Architects at various levels (I, II, III) to develop environmentally sensitive designs and coordinate landscape projects. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture and relevant experience, with opportunities for leadership roles. This position involves collaboration with public and private entities and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture required.
• Experience varies by level: none for I, 4 years for II, 5 years for III.
• Must be registered as a Landscape Architect by the Texas Board.

Responsibilities

• Develops environmentally sensitive landscape architectural designs.
• Coordinates with governmental officials and private entities.
• Serves as a lead worker for professional and technical employees.

Skills

Landscape and vegetation management design

Public relations

Botany

Applicable governmental laws

Competitive bid processes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture

Job description

Transportation Landscape Architect I:

Develops environmentally sensitive landscape architectural designs and provides support to the landscape development and establishment of projects. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Transportation Landscape Architect II:

Develops environmentally sensitive landscape architectural designs and provides support to the landscape development and establishment of projects. May serve as a lead worker for professional and technical employees engaged in landscape design projects. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Transportation Landscape Architect III:

Develops environmentally sensitive landscape architectural designs and provides support to the landscape development and establishment of projects. Serves as a lead worker for professional and technical employees engaged in developing and coordinating the implementation of landscape design projects. Work requires contact and/or coordination with district/division staff, governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Landscape Architect I:

• Attends public forums and makes presentations on landscape architecture subject matter.
• Develops and reviews plans, specifications, estimates and special provisions pertaining to landscape projects and/or landscape items related to roadway construction projects.
• Reviews geographic data from various sources, including other state agencies, aerial imagery, existing maps, and databases.
• May serve as an instructor for departmental courses.
• May serve on panels and/or committees related to landscape projects.
• Oversees and coordinates administration of landscape programs or projects with public or private organizations, consultants, districts and divisions.
• Provides schematic roadway designs and layouts for view corridors, valuable horticulture and salvageable vegetation and other landscape amenities.
• Provides technical assistance on issues concerning landscape architecture.
• Represents the Department in meetings with local and state officials and the public.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Landscape Architect II:

All of the above and:

• Monitors and reviews contract letting information for landscape projects.
• Leads consultants on ADA project development.
• Prepares and seals final plans, specifications, estimates and other necessary construction and contract documentation for letting.
• Provides support to landscape field personnel, divisions and/or districts on issues concerning landscape architecture.
• Reviews and evaluates departmental policies and procedures affecting landscape programs.
• Serves as a district or division program coordinator for landscape programs and projects.
• Evaluates new products and methods related to landscape projects.

Transportation Landscape Architect III:

All of the above and:

• Analyzes and recommends approval for use of consultants and/or landscape contracts.
• Assists with research and analysis of incoming correspondence, reports and other written material relating to landscape and ADA programs.
• Coordinates with consultants, construction firms and governmental representatives to accurately depict project impacts.
• Develops training courses and/or materials.
• Performs architectural work in coordination with engineering and support associates.
• Responsible for complex landscape architectural projects from initiation to completion.
• Serves as a lead worker and trains others.
• Trains less experienced Registered Landscape Architects and/or Landscape Architect Assistants.
• Travels/drives to make on-site reviews, inspections and analysis.

Minimum Qualifications:

Transportation Landscape Architect 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.
• Reg Prof Landscape Architect
• Must be registered as a Landscape Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners.
• Safety Impact Certificate

Transportation Landscape Architect II:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture.

Experience:

• 4 YEARS Professional Landscape Architecture-related work
• Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent
• Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Reg Prof Landscape Architect
• Must be registered as a Landscape Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners.
• Safety Impact Certificate

Transportation Landscape Architect III:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture.

Experience:

• 5 YEARS Professional Landscape Architecture-related work
• Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent
• Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Reg Prof Landscape Architect
• Must be registered as a Landscape Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners.
• Safety Impact Certificate

Competencies:

Transportation Landscape Architect I:

• Landscape and vegetation management design including plans, specifications and estimates
• Product/method evaluation related to landscape and vegetation management projects
• Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
• Competitive bid processes, rules and regulations
• Botany, soils, climate and various construction methods
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Americans with Disabilities Act, modifications and requirements including accessibility standards
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Performing design/drafting work and preparing plans
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
• Handling multiple tasks and projects

Transportation Landscape Architect II:

All of the above and:

• Applicable inspection methods, procedures, and techniques
• Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating, and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees
• Evaluating products, equipment, and material
• Utilities such as water and electrical services

Transportation Landscape Architect III:

All of the above and:

• Construction phasing and sequencing
• Reviewing plans for accuracy and ensuring compliance with requirements
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Monitoring the status and progress of projects
• Prioritizing projects/workload and meeting deadlines
• 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.