Transportation Landscape Architect I, II, or III - Engineering Services (Austin District)

Transportation Landscape Architect I, II, or III – Engineering Services (Austin District) TxDOT’s Engineering Services Office is looking for a Transportation Landscape Architect I, II or III based at the Austin District Headquarters in Austin, Texas. This position develops environmentally sensitive landscape architectural designs and provides support to the landscape development and establishment of projects. Work requires contact with government officials and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details. Salary Plan/Grade: Landscape Architect I: B24 ($65,104.00 - $106,634.00 yearly) Landscape Architect II: B26 ($76,530.00 - $129,430.00 yearly) Landscape Architect III: B28 ($92,600.00 - $156,612.00 yearly) Minimum Salary: $65,104.00; Maximum Salary: $156,612.00; Pay Basis: Yearly; FLSA Status: Exempt; Work Locations: Austin District Headquarters, 7901 North IH 35 Austin 78753; Travel: Yes, 10% of the time; Shift: Day; Location Flexibility: Onsite. Benefits Retirement Plans Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules Paid Leave and Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees On-the-Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Family-Friendly Policies and Programs For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package. To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov). Essential Duties Develop and review plans, specifications, estimates and special provisions pertaining to landscape projects and/or landscape items related to roadway construction projects. Oversee and coordinate administration of landscape programs or projects with public or private organizations, consultants, districts and divisions. Provide technical assistance on issues concerning landscape architecture. Represent the Department in meetings with local and state officials and the public. Train inspection personnel on landscape projects. Perform other job responsibilities as assigned. Additional Responsibilities (II & III) Provide support to landscape field personnel, divisions and/or districts on issues concerning landscape architecture. Serve as a district or division program coordinator for landscape programs and projects. Perform other job responsibilities as assigned. Additional Responsibilities (III) Responsible for complex landscape architectural projects from initiation to completion. Serve as an Americans with Disabilities Act consultant to the District. Perform other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture. Experience: Transportation Landscape Architect I: No experience required. Transportation Landscape Architect II: 4 years professional Landscape Architecture-related work. Transportation Landscape Architect III: 5 years professional Landscape Architecture-related work. Licenses and Certifications: Registered as a Landscape Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners. Safety Impact Certificate. Valid driver's license; must drive a state vehicle. Essential Competencies Landscape programs Landscape and vegetation management design including plans, specifications and estimates Product/method evaluation related to landscape and vegetation management projects Americans with Disabilities Act, modifications and requirements including accessibility standards Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Performing design/drafting work and preparing plans Prioritizing and organizing work assignments Handling multiple tasks and projects Additional Competencies (III) Reviewing plans for accuracy and ensuring compliance with requirements Prioritizing projects/workload and meeting deadlines Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing — perceived sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication Visual Acuity — determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize 'medical marijuana' under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position. Job Details Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular Job Type: Standard Job Level: Non-Management Military Occupational Specialty (MOS): The department is committed to hiring veterans. To determine whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements, see the MOS codes at The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Department of Transportation