Senior Landscape Architect

The Dix Park Team within the Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is recruiting a Senior Landscape Architect to support the implementation of the Dix Park Master Plan. The Senior Landscape Architect will oversee multiple projects, be accountable for budget management and procurement, direct consultant teams, and engage with senior staff in other departments as a project leader. This position will oversee the design and delivery of major planning studies and capital improvement projects at Dix Park, which may include landscape development, stream restoration, adaptive reuse, environmental remediation, and recreational space making. The Senior Landscape Architect will engage both internal staff and external stakeholders, including the Dix Park Commission, Stewardship Committee, and the Dix Park Conservancy. This position will also work across a broad array of city, county, state, and federal agencies, nonprofits, and other partners. About You: The ideal candidate will possess a diverse set of technical skills, a deep knowledge of relevant best practices and trends, effective communication and interpersonal skills, and superior project management skills, including the ability to coordinate and prioritize competing deadlines. They will further support ongoing park improvement projects and planning and development projects adjacent to the park. About Us: The City of Raleigh is the second-largest city in North Carolina and remains one of the fastest growing areas in the country. Driven by a strong economy and outstanding quality of life, Raleigh is consistently ranked among the nation’s best places to live and operate a business. The “Capital City” offers many cultural and entertainment advantages of a large City without the traffic and other drawbacks. Wake County is one of the top ranked public-school districts in the state, has nine universities and institutions of higher education, and is home of the Research Triangle Park, which is North Carolina's premier global innovation center. Joining the Dix Park team represents a rare and extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of a large, landmark destination park in the heart of Raleigh, NC. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required. Typical Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture or related field; 3 to 5 years' experience in landscape design or related work; OR Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted Licensing and Certifications: Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire Registered Professional Landscape Architect #J-18808-Ljbffr