Salary: $71,321.00 – $79,712.00 Annually
Location : Boise, ID
Job Type: Full Time Regular
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23 -06245
Department: Design & Development
Opening Date: 05/22/2023
Closing Date: 7/10/2023 12:00 PM Mountain
Summary Statement
Boise Parks and Recreation maintains more than 90 parks, 200+ miles of trails, 25 miles of the Boise River Greenbelt pathway, and hundreds of acres of open space. Our recreational amenities include Zoo Boise, two golf courses, aquatic facilities, Idaho IceWorld, and more.
Associate Landscape Architect:
- Coordinates landscape and construction projects for Boise Parks and Recreation.
- Performs advanced professional landscape architect work relating to the planning, design, development, and construction of City parks, and facilities.
- Works under general direction work requires initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Functions
Conducts pre and post-bid meetings, and prepares letters of recommendation and contracts for services. Manages payments and accounting of project budgets. Reviews plans submitted by consultants. Performs site visits and field inspections to determine work progress and conformance to established contracts. Maintains documentation on project consultants. Prepares construction contract changes for Department approval. Negotiates with contractors and recommends remedial activity. (40%)
Elicits input from and manages projects with various governmental agencies, donors, partners, and citizen interest groups. Coordinates and hosts public meetings. Acts as a professional and technical consultant for the department and City in the review of project plans and specifications regarding maintenance and design issues of park facilities. Creates development agreements with partners to assist in an organized progression of park development. (35%)
Prepares master plans, renderings, cost estimates, construction drawings, and other necessary work for the completion of design projects. Reviews ongoing and completed plans for compliance with approved standards, City codes, and numerous acts and regulations such as Erosion and Sediment Control, Historic Preservation, and Playground Safety Standards. Develops and writes specifications, guidelines, and competitive bid documents. (25%)
Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Total Percentage = 100%
Requirements
Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Bachelor’s degree with major course work in a field related to Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, or similar field, or equivalent level of professional experience.
Three years of progressively responsible landscape architecture experience, performing project design and/or construction management work, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Working knowledge of a wide scope of design criteria as they apply to site amenities and landscape features; effective project management techniques; principles and practices of Landscape Architecture including ecology, sustainability, stormwater management, plant selection, construction techniques, and professional practices.
Ability to prepare designs, perspective drawings, color renderings, construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for construction projects; estimate labor or material costs from blueprints or work plans and prepare initial project budgets; analyze, interpret, and report research findings and make recommendations; utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software; prepare specifications, design guidelines, and competitive bid documents; prepare contract documents for various services. Reviews or checks the work product of others to ensure conformance to department standards, City Codes, and other regulations affecting work, manages construction schedules; schedule work of subcontractors and act as general contractor; properly and thoroughly inspect materials and workmanship; determine status of construction work and verify adherence to contractual obligations; establish priorities and meet deadlines and objectives; display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of City employees, the general public and other organizations; communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations; maintain prompt and regular attendance; perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee.
Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Working knowledge of civil engineering and or architecture; a wide scope of design criteria as they apply to site amenities and landscape features; legal descriptions of land parcels; effective management techniques.
Ability to plan and design all phases of park development projects; to organize and direct the work of consultants and contractors.
PMP certification(s) required by the Erosion Control and Sedimentation Ordinance, National Playground Safety Inspector
Licensing And Other Requirements
Valid state-issued driver’s license.
Registration as a Professional Landscape Architect
Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:
City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
Driving Record Check
Working Conditions
The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Efforts
The noise level is occasionally moderate and rarely loud. Work includes the sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.
Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position.
Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.
Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.
Healthcare- ZERO premium medical coverage for you and your family:
- Low-cost dental and vision options.
- Post-employment health savings account.
Retirement and Investment Plans:
- PERSI retirement benefits
- 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.
- 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match
WellBeing Program:
- Up to $500 cash per year for participants.
- Alternative transportation incentives.
Paid Leave – City employees receive generous paid leave:
- 8 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
- 11 paid holidays every year
- 8 hours of sick leave per month
- Six weeks Parental Leave
Life & Long Term Disability:
- Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
- Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you
Other optional benefits:
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Supplemental Disability Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free local bus pass
- Corporate discount programs
- AFLAC
- Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.
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01
Do you possess a valid state-issued driver’s license?
- Yes
- No
02
Please select which answer best describes your highest level of education in Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, or similar field.
- No related education
- Some College
- Associate’s Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree
03
Please select which answer best describes your landscape architecture experience, performing project design and/or construction management work.
- Less than 3 years of experience
- 3 – 5 years of experience
- 5 – 7 years of experience
- More than 7 years of experience
- No related experience
Required Question