Landscape Architect

Salary: $80,000.00 Annually
Location : To Be Determined, Jacksonville, FL
Job Type: Civil Service
Job Number: 2024-05694
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date: 05/12/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Job Description
Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!


Our Public Works department is currently looking for Landscape Architects to fill positions in our Mowing and Landscape Maintenance and Development Services divisions.


Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition, to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.
This is professional landscape architectural work, which includes analysis, planning, design, preparation of contract documents, design review and monitoring of construction projects in accordance with principles and practices of landscape architecture, project requirements, and City ordinance. Work requires a knowledge of the theories principles and practices of landscape design, construction, and maintenance, Florida plants, tree protection, hardscape design, streetscapes, and site planning gained through a combination of education and experience. May assign, monitor, and oversee the work of assigned personnel. Work requires skills in understanding and influencing others to obtain desired results, to coordinate activities, and to resolve complaints. The work is covered by clearly defined policies and involves a variety of situations requiring use of judgment. The work is performed in an office and field environment. Operates motor vehicles, standard office equipment, and computer software. The physical demands are minimal. The work is performed under administrative direction where the work is reviewed in terms of feasibility and compatibility with other projects and effectiveness in meeting required results.

Examples of Work

• Plans, designs, and supervises landscape maintenance program for City buildings, facilities, and rights-of way.
• Reviews residential, commercial and industrial landscape drawings, plans and site development designs for compliance with landscape ordinances.
• Assigns, monitors, and oversees the work of assigned personnel.
• Coordinates design services provided by consultants for City landscape architecture and site planning projects.
• Conducts field inspections of construction projects for landscaping and irrigation.
• Reviews and prepares drawings for site clearing, tree protection and removal, landscaping, hardscapes, and other site development.
• Reviews site drawings and calculations related to landscaping, tree protection, signs and site development regulations.
• Consults with architects, engineers, contractors, and the general public concerning site development, landscaping. tree protection, plans, codes, and ordinances.
• Prepares and issues reports, correspondence, and procedures.
• Prepares professional service contracts and construction inspection reports.
• Determines code violations and assists in prosecution of violators.
• Prepares and reviews fee proposals for project coordination, site planning and landscape architect services requested for public facilities.
• Interprets rules, regulations, and policies for enforcement of applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Operates standard office equipment such as personal computer using word processing, excel, database and various permit related software.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville's competencies.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of landscape architecture and site design.
• Knowledge of landscaping, tree protection and site development codes, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of civil and landscape drafting techniques, and computation methods, procedures, and terminology.
• Knowledge of landscape electrical and irrigation requirements.
• Knowledge of design software including AutoCAD, Adobe CS, ArcGIS and MS Office.
• Knowledge of plants related to USDA Zones 8b-9b, and familiarity with Florida Grades and Standards for Nursery Plants.
• Knowledge of Florida Building Codes related to site development, including ADA requirements.
• Skills in problem solving, analysis, and creativity.
• Ability to review and prepare landscape and site development design drawings, and construction documents.
• Ability to provide construction oversite and write inspection reports.
• Ability to operate personal computersusing word processing, spreadsheet, database and other related software, engineering scales , distance measuring devicesand otherstandard office equipment.
• Ability to prepare, read, and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Ability to calculate design requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work within a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to read and interpret designs, construction drawings and specifications.

Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

• Completion of a professional degree program in landscape architecture accredited by the Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board (LAAB)
  • Plus, three (3) years of approved practical experience OR,
• Seven (7) years of practical experience acceptable to the City and the Florida Board of Landscape Architecture.
  • Each year (2000 hours) of practical experience must be obtained under the direct supervision of a licensed landscape architect.
• Currently hold a Florida Landscape Architect license or must obtain Florida license within one (1) year of appointment.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION :

• A valid driver's license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained.
• Must qualify for a City of Jacksonville Certification as a Public Driver prior to appointment and then obtain and maintain certificate during employment.
• A State of Florida Registered Landscape Architect license that must be maintained during employment.
  • If applicant is not currently registered as a professional Landscape Architect in the State of Florida, but is qualified to take the license examination, the applicant must apply to The Florida Board of Landscape Architecture to take the examination within thirty (30) days of appointment, obtain acceptance to take the examination within six (6) months of appointment, and, finally, to pass the examination and obtain a Landscape Architect license within one (1) year of appointment.
  • If registered in another state, applicant must secure Florida Landscape Architect license within one year of appointment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

• The probationary period for this class is six (6) months.

A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application. Transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school's name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred.
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Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.
If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here:
If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran's preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within sixty (60) calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:
Florida Department of Veterans Affairs

Attention: Veterans' Preference Coordinator

11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K

Largo, FL 33778-1630

Email:
The City of Jacksonville provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care, parking, and transit expenses; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships. Please visit the Employee Benefits website for details on all the plans we offer.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

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Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future?

• Yes
• No

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The budgeted annual salary for this position is $80,000. This is not negotiable. If selected, would you be willing to accept this position at this salary? (Civil Service positions have a 5% increase after successfully completing probation.)

• Yes
• No

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Have you completed a professional degree program in landscape architecture accredited by the Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board (LAAB)? If yes, you MUST attach a copy of your college transcripts to your application.

• Yes
• No

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If you have a degree, indicate which degree you have and include any major/minor. If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application.
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Do you have three years of approved practical experience; or have seven years of practical experience acceptable to the City of Florida Board of Landscape Architecture?

• I have three years of approved practical experience.
• I have seven years of practical experience acceptable by the City of Florida Board of Landscape Architecture.
• None of the above

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Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience.
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Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience.
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A State of Florida Registered Landscape Architect license that must be maintained during employment. If applicant is not currently registered as a professional Landscape Architect in the State of Florida, but is qualified to take the license examination, the applicant must apply to The Florida Board of Landscape Architecture to take the examination within 30 days of appointment, obtain acceptance to take the examination within six (6) months of appointment, and, finally, to pass the examination and obtain a Landscape Architect license within one (1) year of appointment. If registered in another state, applicant must secure Florida Landscape Architect license within one year of appointment.

• I currently posses a Florida Landscape Architect License
• I do not possess a Florida Architect License, but I am willing to obtain one.

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Do you have a valid motor vehicle operator license that is not under suspension/revocation or restricted under any pending or current citations/court proceedings? Please indicate which license you possess.

• FL Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)
• FL Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL)
• FL Class C Commercial Driver License (CDL)
• FL Class E Driver License
• GA Standard Driver's License
• GA Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• GA Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• GA Class C Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• License from another State.
• Learner Permit
• My license is currently invalid.
• I do not possess any type of Driver's License.

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If you have a State of FL license, does your license currently have one or more of these restrictions?

• C or 1 - Business Purpose Only
• D or H - Employment Purposes
• P or 2 - Probation Interlock Devise
• S or I - Other Restriction
• Two or more of these restrictions.
• I have an out of state license.
• None of the above.

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Have you been cited for more than three (3) moving violations, or two (2) at fault accidents within the past 12 months from current date?

• Yes
• No

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Have you been considered a "Habitual Traffic Offender" (HTO) within the past 12 months from current date?

• Yes
• No

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Have you been convicted of Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) in any state during the last 36 months from current date?

• Yes
• No

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I consent to the City of Jacksonville using the driver's license information I have provided to access a driver's license report from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. I understand if one was accessed with relation to this application, a copy will be provided to me upon request.

• Yes, the City of Jacksonville has my consent to check my driver's license.
• No, I do not wish to give consent to the City of Jacksonville to check my driver's license.

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Provide your full Driver's License or Identification number. If a correct number is not provided, your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process.
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If you are requesting veterans preference, you MUST download the appropriate state of Florida form (even if you don't live in Florida) and attach it to your application. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DELAY YOUR VETERANS PREFERENCE STATUS.Please download the forms at

• Yes, I am claiming veterans preference and I understand that I MUST download the appropriate form and attach it to my application.
• No, I am not claiming veterans preference and this does not apply to me.

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If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application. College transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the name of the school, type of degree, classes taken, grades received and date degree was conferred. NOTE: A copy of your diploma does not meet this requirement. Transcripts from colleges outside of the U.S. must be converted to U.S. Standards. If required documents are not provided your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process.

• I have read the above statement and understand what is required.

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