City Landscaping Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Description Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance. Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment. Do you want low and no cost health insurance options.

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!. The Public Works Department is actively seeking a Public Works Landscape Designer.

Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well. In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.

This is technical landscape architectural work, which includes analysis, planning, design, preparation of contract documents, design review and monitoring of construction projects in accordance with principles and practices of landscape architecture, project requirements, and City ordinance. Work requires knowledge of techniques, methods, and procedures used in landscape design which involves the use of specialized skills, which is acquired through a combination of training and considerable on the job experience. Contacts with others require skills in understanding and/or influencing people and are important in providing client services, including skills of persuasiveness, assertiveness, and sensitivity to others point of view that are required to influence behavior, change an opinion, or turn a situation around.

The work is standardized in that tasks are covered by diversified procedures and specialized standards, and because of the changing priorities, or different situations, incumbents have the latitude to consider which of the many procedures or standards should be followed and in what sequence. The work is performed in an office and field environment where there are some risks and hazards, but they are known, somewhat predictable and controllable. Operates a motor vehicle, personal computers using word processing, spreadsheet, database and other related software, engineering scales, distance measuring devices and other standard office equipment.

The physical demands consist of driving, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds. The work is performed under limited supervision where assignments are subject to established procedures, practices, precedents, methods, techniques, standards, and/or well-defined policies, and the worker plans and organizes the work, determines their own priorities, and the work is reviewed, usually after the fact, in terms of quality, volume, timeliness, and for adherence to established methods, standards, and policies. Examples of Work Plans, designs, and supervises improvements for City buildings, facilities, and rights-of-way.

Prepares landscape and site development designs for projects. Prepares designs and specifications appropriate for bidding projects. Coordinates design services for landscape architecture and site planning projects.

Conducts field inspections of projects. Conducts quality control inspections of plant material. Reviews site drawings and calculations related to landscaping, tree protection, signs and site development regulations.

Consults with architects, engineers, contractors, and the public concerning sites, plans, landscaping, tree protection, codes, and ordinances. Prepares and issues reports, correspondence and procedures. Coordinates City landscaping improvement projects.

Prepares fee proposals for project coordination, site planning and landscape architect services requested for public facilities. Interprets rules, regulations, and policies for enforcement of applicable codes and regulations. Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville's competencies.

Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of landscape architecture. Knowledge of basic electrical and irrigation requirements and site planning principles and practices.

Knowledge of design software including AutoCAD, Adobe CS, ArcGIS and MS Office. Knowledge of landscape tree protection and site development codes and ordinances. Knowledge of plant materials related to USDA Zones 8b-9b.

Familiarity with Florida Grades and Standards. Knowledge of Florida Building Code, including ADA requirements. Skills in graphic design/software.

Skills in problem solving, analysis and creativity. Ability to review and prepare landscape and site development designs, plans and construction documents. Ability to calculate design and bid requirements.

Ability to provide construction oversite and write inspection reports. Ability to communicate effectively and work within a fast-paced team environment. Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Ability to operate personal computers using word processing, spreadsheet, database and other related software, engineering scales, distance measuring devices and other standard office equipment. Ability to prepare, read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. Open Requirements/Supplemental Information Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in landscape architecture.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: The probationary period for this class is six (6) months. LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: A valid driver's license is required at time of application and must be maintained during employment in this class. Must qualify for, obtain, and maintain a City of Jacksonville public driver certification for employment in this class.

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