City and County of San Francisco

Under general supervision, the Landscape Architectural Associate II performs landscape architectural duties related to the planning and development of landscape improvement projects for City parks, recreational areas, urban public spaces, parkways, public rights of way and other lands on City-owned facilities.

The 5272 Landscape Architectural Associate differs from the 5262 Landscape Architectural Associate I in that this class performs landscape architectural work without close supervision and is expected to use independent initiative and judgment to complete assignments ranging from medium complexity to high complexity and also performs a full range of supervisory duties. Positions in class 5272 Landscape Architect are distinguished from those in class 5262 Landscape Architect in that the former class must possess a state license to practice Landscape Architecture. The 5272 Landscape Architectural Associate II are distinguished from those in class 5274 Landscape Architect in that the latter class normally is responsible for a moderate group of subordinates and several large projects whereas employees in class 5272 Landscape Architect are normally responsible for a few subordinates and several smaller projects.

The Landscape Architectural Associate II is the first line supervisor in the Landscape Architectural series.

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Prepares and/or supervises the planning and design of landscape architectural projects.

2. Prepares and/or supervises the preparation of presentation materials for landscape architectural projects.

3. Determines scope of work, and establishes schedules and estimated costs of projects.

4. Writes and edits construction specifications; prepares reports, memoranda, and all correspondence related to landscape architectural work.

5. Coordinates and reviews contract documents with other City and consulting staff including architects, engineers, and maintenance and crafts personnel.

6. Performs site review or inspections of landscape projects under construction to ensure quality and conformance to plans and specifications.

7. Reviews, coordinates, and comments on work prepared by consultants for conformance with project requirements.

8. Provides technical assistance and direction to subordinate landscape architectural and other supervised staff.

9. Coordinates, facilities, and/or presents projects to clients, commissions, agencies, departments, communities, and other interested groups.

10. Supervises subordinate personnel by planning, assigning, monitoring, and evaluating work; is responsible for development of subordinates through training and disciplinary processes.

11. Reviews and checks contractors’ correspondence, reports, change order requests, payment requests and submittals including shop drawings, material samples and substitutions to insure contract compliance and conformity with the design intent.

Knowledge of: The principles, practices, and all relevant regulations and codes relevant to landscape architecture; drafting procedures and practices; and planting and construction materials and appropriate usage in the design and implementation of landscape projects.

Ability and Skill to: Supervise staff by planning, assigning, monitoring, and evaluating work of employees; prepare illustrative, conceptual, planning, drafting, and design work; draft conceptual and technical plans by hand and/or using CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) and/or 3D modeling software and graphic design software; communicate effectively orally and in writing; coordinate and work effectively with staff, clients, other departments and agencies, and the public; make independent sound decisions to complete assignments; and prepare reliable cost estimates based on variable market and project conditions.

Six years of verifiable experience in landscape architectural design; preparation of preliminary and final working drawings, cost analyses, specification preparation, construction review, and construction inspection of projects. Two years of the six years must have been at a level comparable to that of Class Landscape Architectural Associate I or higher.

Training: Possession of a Baccalaureate degree in landscape architecture from an accredited college or university.

California License to practice as a Landscape Architect; driver license.

Special Requirements: Proficiency in computer-aided drafting (CAD).

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification.  Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Education:

Experience:

Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in the landscape architectural field, including design; preparation of preliminary and final working drawings, cost analyses, specification preparation, construction administration, and observation of landscape architectural construction projects of which two (2) years must have been served as a job captain, project lead, or in a role of increased responsibility on a project.

License and Certification:

Possession of a California License to practice as a Landscape Architect
Possession of a valid California driver license.

Substitution:

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Special Requirements: Proficiency in computer-aided drafting (CAD).

PROMOTIVE LINES:

To: 5274 Landscape Architect

From: 5262 Landscape Architectural Associate I

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.