Landscape Architect/Designer

Landscape Architect/Designer

The Landscape Architect/Designer will work closely with the Chief Design & Implementation Officer, Park Improvement Director, the City of Austin Parks & Recreation Department, consultants, contractors, and community members to perform landscape architectural activities associated with the planning, design, and implementation of park, recreational and open space improvement projects for Austin Parks Foundation on public parkland.

The role will primarily focus on providing project support and coordination with design and implementation of park improvement projects, including park design services offered to support the community with park planning and design.

Essential functions include:

• Design & Technical Documentation
• Project Management & Implementation
• Project Oversight & Compliance
• Community Engagement
• Budget Management & Financial Oversight
• Contractor & Vendor Management
• Other

Requirements/Qualifications include:

• 3-5 years minimum of professional design experience with proven success in the complete design process: from design through implementation.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Landscape Architecture or related field.
• Currently on the path to licensure as a Registered Landscape Architect with the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (e.g., enrolled in or progressing through the LARE process)
• Highly organized with multi-tasking skills.
• Team player with a passion for parks and community connection.
• Excellent collaboration skills and understanding of the value of partnerships.
• Ability to communicate professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work on a small non-profit team and step in to assist with various needs of the organization.
• Flexibility and problem solving.
• Skilled in AutoCad, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets; PowerPoint/Google Slides, SketchUp and advanced knowledge of digital rendering.
• Hours: 40 hours/week, flexible hours, occasional evenings and weekends required.

Preferred Qualifications include:

• 5-8 years of professional design experience with proven success in the complete design process: from design through implementation.
• Licensed as a registered Landscape Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners

Physical Demands and Work Environment include:

• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces in undeveloped parkland for extended periods of time.
• May be required to move event materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• This position will be a hybrid role - work is done largely in a work-from-home office, with exceptions for in-person meetings and site visits multiple times a week.
• Must be able to attend site visits with potentially minimal notice.
• Must reside in Austin, TX or the surrounding area in order to accommodate frequent site visits to various locations around the city.
• Required to work some evenings and weekends.

Benefits include:

APF offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, dental, vision, disability, 401K match program, and generous PTO.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and Equal Opportunities Commitment

We value collaboration, innovation, dependability and inclusiveness. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity, and we are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

Salary Range Transparency

$65,000 - $85,000 USD per year

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, certifications and credentials. The range listed is just one component of APF total compensation package for employees.

How to Apply

Submit cover letter, resume, three references, examples of relevant work and a summary of two projects that you have managed that include:

• Scope
• Budget
• Timeline
• Plan Graphics
• Lessons Learned
• Successes

No phone calls, please.