Landscape Architect III

This is professional work focused on  the planning, design, procurement, coordination, and construction oversight of improvements to Parks and Recreation Department lands, facilities, public rights-of-way, and other city properties.  Projects are often large-scale, complex, and may span multiple years.

An employee in this class is responsible for planning and managing  assigned planning and design activities for Parks and Recreation properties and facilities, public rights-of-way, and other City properties.  Work involves assignments  of considerable difficulty and including monitoring park and recreation facility construction projects; preparing and reviewing park master plans; overseeing site development, landscape designs, and the preparation of plans and specifications. Work requires technical knowledge of landscape architecture and proficiency in the associated professional skills, methods, and tools. Duties are performed under general supervision and require considerable initiative, problem solving skills, and independent judgement in managing multiple concurrent, large-scale, complex projects. Work is performed independently and evaluated through conferences, progress reports, and results achieved.

Plans, designs, coordinates, permits, and manages capital improvement projects ranging from neighborhood park renovations to large scale environmental restoration initiatives. Manages projects from inception through design and construction, including fulfillment of ongoing stewardship, grant, and other contractual or regulatory obligations.

Considerable knowledge of: The principles, practices and methods of landscape architecture; applicable laws, codes, and guidelines governing public health, safety, and welfare in the built environment; construction administration practices and procedures; and the coordination, management, and collaboration of multidisciplinary design professionals.

Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments, with frequent outdoor activities and site visits. Requires the ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds and to stand, walk, and navigate project sites as needed. Requires extensive computer use, including typing and viewing a computer monitor for prolonged periods.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture or ornamental horticulture and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in landscape architecture;

Registration in the State of Florida as a Landscape Architect; or registration from another State with the ability to obtain Florida registration within six (6) months of appointment.

Evaluation of education and experience. Drug testing is included in all pre-employment processing.

Employees may be required to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed. During periods when the Mayor issues an emergency declaration for the City of Tampa, all employees may be required to work in preparation, response or recovery activities related to the stated emergency.

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