Landscape Designer - Parks amp Open Space Planner

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POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION
The Landscape Designer-Parks and Open Space Planner position is an entry to mid-level planning position involving technical assistance to the Parks and Open Space Divisions for both long-range and current planning for parks, open space, and natural areas, and assists the Senior Landscape Architects in the design and project administration of parks, open spaces, trails, rights-of-way, facilities and other public improvements. Duties of the position include, but are not limited to, development and site plan review for impacts to the Parks, Recreation, and Libraries Department; coordinates small projects, research, data analysis, and makes recommendations on the City's parks, open spaces, natural resources and general planning efforts.
The full salary range for this position is stated above. Starting wages are negotiable and dependent on the qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster offers a bonus of up to $1,500 per year depending on the employee's fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Laotian or American Sign Language (ASL).
ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES/GENERAL COMPETENCIES
The mission
of every employee at the City of Westminster is to deliver exceptional value and quality of life through SPIRIT. Each employee is measured by the ability to adhere to the City's core values of Service, Pride, Integrity, Responsibility, Innovation, and Teamwork.
This position supports the goals of the Parks, Recreation, and Libraries Department, which enhances the quality of life for all Westminster residents by providing diverse leisure, recreational and informational services and resources; and acquiring, developing and maintaining first-class parks, golf courses, open space, trails, recreational facilities, and libraries. This position works towards the accomplishment of the department's mission: Together we create exceptional opportunities for a vibrant community with a commitment to nature, wellness and literacy.
Every employee is accountable to:
Demonstrate a high level of customer service; encourage others to focus on the customer; foster an environment where customer service is a priority
Communicate with customers to ensure that, where possible, they are satisfied, and that their needs are being addressed; solicit and evaluate customer feedback
Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision
Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city, and the community; conduct self in a professional manner
Demonstrate integrity and builds trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty, and ethical behavior
Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner
Support/promote change; demonstrate flexibility, and take calculated risks when appropriate
Participate in personal growth opportunities, and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization
Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered
Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities, and helping others achieve objectives
Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity, and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences
GENERAL COMPETENCIES
Citywide
- Every employee in this position is accountable to:
Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication and follow-through on commitments
Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses, and target areas for personal self-development
Demonstrate initiative in performing job tasks
Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions
Achieve goals, and handle assigned workload and new assignments effectively; demonstrate an ability to work independently
Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using clear and concise verbal and written communications
Demonstrate accountability for work, and take ownership in job performance
Demonstrate concern for the accuracy and quality of work; take steps to correct mistakes and improve the overall product
Job Specific
- Every employee in this position must be able to:
Demonstrate general knowledge of planning, zoning, real estate terminology, research methods, and statistical techniques
Demonstrate urban planning principles regarding site design, architecture and landscape architecture
Demonstrate basic knowledge of landscape architectural design, design standards and procedures, and public regulations used in the construction of parks, open spaces, trails, landscaping, irrigation systems, earthwork and related public improvement projects
Demonstrate basic knowledge of natural resource planning, including flora, fauna, lakes, creeks and wetlands
Demonstrate basic knowledge of construction materials and processes; produce and manage construction documentation; and develop and monitor project budgets, for small projects
Demonstrate basic ability to read and interpret City specifications, regulations and standards to developers, contractors and others for compliance
Demonstrate basic ability to review engineering and architectural plans, specifications and documents and to discern and correct errors in design and criteria
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, landscape architects, engineers, contractors, developers, consultants, sales representatives, other agencies and the general public
Write and administer small grants; assist Senior Landscape Architects with large-scale grants
Demonstrate ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, graphics, and schedule form
Express facts, data, and ideas clearly and concisely, orally, graphically, and in writing
Demonstrate use of AutoCAD, GIS, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Adobe Suite software, as well as the ability to quickly learn new software
Leadership
- Every employee in this position is accountable to:
Foster a participatory organizational climate that is open, positive, reinforcing, and supportive
Encourage employees to be accountable for their work and take ownership in what they do
Demonstrate leadership and courage by making or supporting decisions that reflect the organizational mission and goals even when the decision may be unpopular to some
Demonstrate collaboration and conflict resolution skills with other departments and employees
JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS
Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks
Supports Senior Landscape Architects in managing the planning, design and construction of projects consisting of parks, open spaces, natural resources management, trails, recreation facilities, libraries and related public improvements, including: consultant selection, master planning, design development, construction documentation, bid administration, contract management, review of engineering construction drawings, cost estimating, budget management, and construction observation phases
Serves as a project manager for small scale projects under the direction of a Senior Landscape Architect Advises consultants, developers, contractors, and others regarding City standards and regulations
Coordinates special projects relating to land acquisition of open space including appraisals, surveys, environmental assessments and associated contracts
Prepares, submits and administers grant applications
Prepares long-range plans for parks, open space and natural resources
Coordinates public outreach efforts for long-range plans and capital improvement projects
Coordinates wayfinding signage, kiosk information and maps along trails
Reviews private development plans for public land dedications, park development fees, design of drainage facilities, rights-of-way, and other improvements to be maintained by the Department Attends technical review meetings to represent and address park and open space issues
Assists with preparation of the capital improvement budgets
Serves as a professional ambassador of the department and City by maintaining a professional image, exceptional customer service skills with a creative and energetic approach; this includes representation at council sessions, conferences, inter-agency and public meetings
Answers questions from the public regarding park and open space properties
Coordinates with volunteer groups, hosts public events, tours and presentations to educate the public about plans, projects and natural area management
Maintains regular and punctual attendance
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job, and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City's discretion.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS/PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications
Required
Minimum of two years of experience or any satisfactory combination of experience and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the above-described duties
Valid driver's license and safe driving record
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Studies, or related field
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.
Physical Requirements
Work is sedentary in nature and requires sufficient physical stamina and strength for:
Constant sitting to perform daily tasks; occasional walking through a multilevel facility to retrieve information; frequent standing, sometimes for extended periods
Frequent squatting, reaching above shoulder, and twisting to file documents and lift supplies and material; occasional bending, kneeling, climbing, balancing, and reaching below shoulder to store documents, material, and supplies
Constant light grasp, fine manipulation, and handling to perform daily duties; occasional firm grasp to safely use equipment
Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling of up to ten (10) pounds to move material and supplies; occasional pushing/pulling of up to twenty-five (25) pounds with dollies and carts
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is constantly performed indoors and is primarily sedentary office work. Must demonstrate the ability to meet the physical demands of the job including the ability to retrieve information from various locations in the office when needed. Exposure to periods of high activity and high stress under demanding conditions. The position requires a great deal of communication with City employees, the public, and outside agencies.
Required Materials and Equipment
Slide projectors, various types of drafting equipment, multi-media projectors, 35mm cameras and digital cameras, digital sound level meter, copy machines, scanners, personal computers and keyboards, telephones, fax machines, and other standard office equipment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT
Background checks will include employment references and criminal history, and when applicable, credit check, driver license record, and education verification
Drug screen
Must be legally entitled to work in the United States
Closing Date/Time: 3/7/2022 8:30 AM Mountain
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Westminster
Colorado
United States
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Centrally located between Denver and Boulder, Colorado, on the US Highway 36 high-tech corridor, Westminster is a beautiful city designed for an exceptional quality of life. The community is a nationally recognized community with a reputation for innovation and progressive management in local government. Over 108,000 residents enjoy superb recreation amenities, beautiful neighborhoods, numerous entertainment and shopping opportunities. Westminster is 80% developed and maintains a goal to preserve 15% (3,300 acres) of its land area for natural open space.
The City of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community. The City of Westminster offers a bonus of up to $1,500 per year depending on the employee's level of fluency in Spanish, Hmong, and/or Laotian.
The mission of the City of Westminster is to deliver exceptional value and quality of life through SPIRIT. Our values are articulated through this acronym, which stands for “Service, Pride, Integrity, Responsibility, Innovation and Teamwork.”  The City of Westminster is a full-service city employing over 1,600 talented individuals in a variety of jobs. Our employees are committed to delivering the highest quality of service to the local community in areas of:
Law Enforcement
Fire, Medical and Emergency Management
Parks, Golf and Recreation
Library Services
Community Development, including City Planning and Engineering
Municipal Utilities
Street Maintenance
Plus internal services including: Human Resources, City Management, City Attorney’s Office, Finance, Building Operations and Maintenance, and Fleet
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