Landscape Architect II

About Us

Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida, the City is 30 minutes south of the Georgia state line and one hour north of the Gulf of Mexico.

The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City's mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.

The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.

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Apply on or before 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

Department Name

Community Beautification & Waste Management

Job Specifications

MAJOR FUNCTION:

This is responsible professional level work, independently managing, planning, designing and developing construction documents for City landscape projects. The work also includes inspection and approval of landscaping materials installed by contractors, assisting with reviewing and commenting on contract documents prepared by outside firms for project managed city projects, and consulting with city and outside design engineers and managers on landscape related matters. Work is performed under the general supervision of an engineering administrator, and involves considerable independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity in managing and completing assignments. The work is reviewed through conferences, activity reports and observation.

For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to http://www.talgov.com/employment/hr-job-descriptions.aspx

Minimum Training & Experience

Possession of a Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture or a related field and four years of professional experience that includes landscape design, land use and site planning.

Necessary Special Requirements

Must possess a Professional Registration as a Landscape Architect at the time of application. Incumbent must attain a registration as a Landscape Architect in the State of Florida within one year from date of employment.

A valid class "E" State driver's license may be required for designated positions allocated to this class.

Salary Range

$27.9700 to $75.8988/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $51.1178/hour.

Benefits Information

The City offers comprehensive benefits packages including paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leaves; defined benefit pension; defined contribution plans; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; as well as medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans. For information about benefits offered to eligible City employees*, visit ALEX.

• OPS employees are eligible for medical insurance plans but not eligible for paid vacation, paid sick leave, or paid holidays. Temporary employees (Non-OPS) are not eligible to participate in the City's benefits programs.

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