Landscape Architect 1 or 2 
Madison Parks Division 

Job Description
The City of Madison Parks Division seeks qualified candidates for the position of Landscape Architect 1 or 2*. This is professional landscape architectural work performed in the office and/or field in connection with the planning, design, construction, and inspection of parks and related facilities. This position will play a key role in project management and collaborating with community stakeholders projects to ensure equitable investment across the Parks system that promotes accessibility and inclusion for all.

Landscape Architect 1

This is entry level professional landscape architectural work performed in the office and/or field in connection with the design, construction, and inspection of parks and related facilities. Assignments are received from the Park Planning and Development Manager who defines the scope of the work, reviews work in progress and upon completion. The work is characterized by the application of theoretical professional architectural expertise.

Landscape Architect 2

This is intermediate level professional landscape architectural work performed in the office and/or field in connection with the design, construction, and inspection of parks and related facilities. Assignments are received from the Park Planning and Development Manager who defines the scope of the work, reviews the work in progress and upon completion. The work is characterized by the application of expanded professional architectural expertise encompassing both theoretical concepts and operational considerations gained through directly related experience.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture or a closely related field.
-OR-
  • Two (2) years of experience in applying the following:
    • Principles, theories, and practices of landscape architecture, particularly as they relate to the planning, design, and coordination of parks public works construction projects.
    • Methods and techniques associated with the construction and inspection of public works projects.
    • Computer software applicable to the duties of the position; AND
  • Familiarity with the following:
    • Procedural aspects of the City's contracting and capital budgeting processes.
    • Application of landscape architectural theories.
    • Conducting basic land surveys and establish design parameters. 
    • Performing computer-aided design and spreadsheet analysis.

Special Requirements

  • Possession of a valid Wisconsin driver's license.
  • Must have knowledge of CADD design (Microstation or Autodesk), Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Arc GIS, etc.
  • The employee will be expected to attend meetings and provide presentations outside the normal work schedule, including evenings and weekends.
  • Eligibility for hire as a Landscape Architect 2 requires registration as a Professional Landscape Architect with the State of Wisconsin by the start of employment and at least one year of experience equivalent to that gained as a Landscape Architect 1 with the City of Madison.
Salary/Salary Range

The successful candidate will be placed at the Landscape Architect 1 (starting salary $67,487.84) or Landscape Architect 2 (starting salary $73,199.36) level based upon experience; to be determined at the time of hire depending upon the candidate's relevant work experience and overall qualifications.

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Closing Date
July 22, 2024

Date Posted
July 3, 2024