Recruitment #161121-102300-001
Department | Parks & Recreation |
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Open Date | 12/1/2016 12:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 12/15/2016 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $29.91 - $44.85/hour; $5,184.40 - $7,774.00/month; $62,212.80 - $93,288.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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Type of Recruitment | Open |
Project design, coordination and management of a variety of projects that include capital improvement projects from inception through final construction administration and completion to the fulfillment of ongoing owner department stewardship strategies.
Participates in park master planning and in the preparation of site development and other landscape architectural designs, plans and specifications (or consultant oversight) for construction, rehabilitation and improvement of parks and recreation facilities, parkways and other municipal property; participates in planning and designing irrigation systems.
Coordinates landscape architecture activities with personnel in other parks and recreation division, city departments and government agencies; provides improvement plans for review by grounds maintenance, programming and irrigation personnel; discusses maintenance implications, plan feasibility and other matters with appropriate personnel; revises or supervises the revision of plans as needed.
Preparation of construction documentation for complex projects that require coordination with other city departments, county personnel, state divisions, regulatory agencies, civic associations, etc. These projects require proper management to obtain all approvals regarding the development and review of legal agreements, Council resolutions, memorandums of understanding, and permit requirements.
Administers and participates in the preparation of bidding and specifications for park improvement and roadway beautification projects which are to be constructed by independent contractors; prepares cost estimates for proposed projects; reviews and evaluates project bids.
Oversees park/roadway improvement and landscape/irrigation installation activities on projects being completed by contractors and their work for conformance to plans and specifications.
Represents department and city in public meetings and charettes; in meetings with other department directors and staff, civic association meetings, focus groups, etc. Reports and coordinates closely with superintendents, Chiefs, Deputy Director, and Director, as well as staff on all levels. Sets up and runs public meetings and charettes to receive input into project scope and design.
Considerable knowledge of: the principles, practices and methods of landscape architecture; landscape design and irrigation system layout and design. Proficient in use of AutoCAD for drawing production.
Working knowledge of: plant materials and landscape design problems pertinent to Florida, parks and recreation facility use and design criteria, landscape, irrigation and construction inspection practices and methods.
Ability to: manage a project through planning, design, and implementation phases; plan, design and layout landscape, irrigation and hardscape details; oversee and inspect work of independent contractors; organize and run a public meeting; establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, contractors, consultants and others; present a professional demeanor when working with the public and other agencies.
Possession of a valid drivers license may be required.