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Landscape Architect/Park Designer

, New York, New York, United States

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JOB SUMMARY

Contribute to the design and development of

park

,

facility

, and recreational amenities

.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture

from an accredited university

0 to 3 years’ experience in landscape architecture or park and recreational facility planning and design

Previous

internship experience is a

plus, but

not

Valid Illinois’ driver’s license

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Some knowledge and experience of civil engineering, parks and recreational facilities planning

including

site design, grading and drainage, plant material, and construction

including

document preparation, estimating, materials, and details

Proficient in math skills and ability to perform technical skills

Proficient abilities with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite

Some experience and abilities with SketchUp (or other 3-D rendering programs)

Working knowledge of

ArcGIS is a

plus, but

not

Strong graphic skills including rendering, sketching, and digital graphics

St

r

ong ability to prioritize, organize, and work both independently and within a collaborative team

Good communication

skills including written,

verbal

and graphic skills

Ability to select and

identify

and/or learn plant material widely used in

Chicagoland

area by common and botanical names

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform field survey, site analysis and measurements

Research and compile data, ideas,

methods

and materials for use in park and recreation facility development

Prepare preliminary concepts, schematic design, design development, and construction document plan

s

of park and recreation facility development plans

Color

render

presentation plans,

drawings

and sketches

for public meetings

P

repare park

and recreation facility construction drawings and specifications,

bidding

and contract documents

Calculate areas and quantities for project materials; prepare cost estimates for project construction

Monitor, supervise and conduct field inspections of park and recreation facility construction projects

Conduct meetings with public and construction project meetings

.

Assist

with

park

board meetings as needed

Provide assistance to

Parks

, Recreation, Marketing, Events & Cultural Affairs and Finance Departments

Other duties as assigned

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Medical & Dependent Care FSA

Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance

IMRF Pension

AFLAC Plans

457 Retirement Plan

Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Employee Wellness Programs and Incentives

Employee Recognition Programs

Discounts at our Golf Course

Season Passes to our Aquatic Center

Free or Discounted Prices for our Fitness & Special Event Programs

HOURS

Minimum 40 Hours per week

.

Some

nights

and weekend hours may be

.

COMPENSATION

$54,000-$56,000 DOQ