Job Information
City of Spokane Landscape Architect in Spokane, Washington
The City of Spokane is recruiting for a Landscape Architect position to perform professional landscape architecture and engineering-related work in planning and designing park construction and redevelopment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
(Must be met at time of application.)
- Licenses & Certificates:
- Applicants must possess a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Applicants must possess a recognized certificate of registration as a Landscape Architect. Applicants licensed in other states must have the ability to obtain reciprocal licensure in Washington within six months of employment.
EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS
- Plans and designs landscapes and facilities for City park construction or redevelopment.
- Studies parks and park sites to determine landscaping requirements.
- Prepares designs and detailed blueprints, specifications, and cost estimates for both construction and maintenance.
- Conducts surveys, and prepares statistical studies and reports regarding anticipated park needs, and coordinates with other departments concerned with long-range planning.
- Reviews and approves landscape plans for project work by various City departments.
- Advises and provides technical supervision on park improvement projects by civic and service organizations.
- Supervises construction and grounds maintenance projects to ensure consistency with the design's intent.
- Speaks before various civic groups on maintenance and park topics.
- Participates with community groups in the coordination of projects from design through implementation.
Performs related work as required.
Please click "apply" to view the Civil Service examination details on the official job posting.
BENEFITS
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- AFLAC
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation
- Legal Shield/ID Shield
- Pet Insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status. As a Fair Chance employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions.