Landscape Architect I

Position Summary Incumbents of positions in this series prepare landscape designs for parks, bridges, roadways, and other public land; conduct field investigations and analyze site conditions; prepare construction and design documents; inspect construction work in progress to ensure compliance with landscape specifications; and perform related work as required. The basic purpose of this work is to perform professional landscape architecture duties to promote the visual appearance and environmental sensitivity of public land. Duties and Responsibilities * Prepares landscape designs for parks, bridges, roadways, and other land to promote environmental sensitivity and visual appearance. * Conducts field investigations and compiles and analyzes data concerning site conditions such as topography, soils, hydraulics, vegetation, wetlands, environmental hazards, legal and land use regulations and restrictions, environmental traffic and maintenance conditions in order to prepare landscape designs. * Prepares design documents such as sketches, photographs, digital and video presentations, and construction documents such as master plans, specifications and cost estimates for landscape architectural projects. * Inspects construction work in progress in order to ensure compliance with landscape specifications, and recommend alternative methods of construction or substitution of materials to resolve problems as they occur. * Coordinates the preparation of reports, studies, designs and other projects; provides technical coordination among state, federal and/or local agencies; and represents the agency at meetings, hearings, and conferences on technical matters. * Performs related duties such as drafting plans, maintaining records, developing and maintaining databases, and preparing charts, maps and reports. This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus ("Signing Bonus") if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee's probationary period. About MassDOT The 4,000 employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth's residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT's culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers. MassDOT's divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions. Minimum Entrance Requirements This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply. All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered. Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position. Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the development, implementation and/or evaluation of landscape design and/or landscape architecture work of which (B) at least two years must have been in a professional capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below. Substitutions I. A Bachelor's degree in landscape design or landscape architecture may be substituted for two years of the required (A) experience.* II. A Graduate degree in landscape design or landscape architecture may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.* NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required(B) experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license. * For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at View email address on jobs.institutedata.com. * For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com. * For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com. Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Engineering* *Organization: Massachusetts Department of Transportation *Title: *Landscape Architect I Location: Massachusetts-10 Park Plaza Requisition ID: 260003SW