Landscape Architect I, II, or III

The Texas Department of Transportation's San Antonio District is seeking a Transportation Landscape Architect I, II or III to assist the district with developing environmentally sensitive landscape architectural designs and provides support to the landscape development and
establishment of projects. If you are seeking a challenging and fulfilling job, then go ahead and apply to get your career with the State of Texas started! Join us at TxDOT and be part of a team that is building the future of Texas's infrastructure.

Annual Salary Ranges

• Transportation Landscape Architect I: (B24) $65,104 - $106,634
• Transportation Landscape Architect II: (B26) $76,530 - $129,430
• Transportation Landscape Architect III: (B28) $92,600- $156,612

This position is for a Transportation Landscape Architect I, II or III. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on business needs and the applicants' work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors.

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• 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

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

• 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)

Develops environmentally sensitive landscape architectural designs and provides support to the landscape development and establishment of projects. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Landscape Architect I

• Attends public forums and makes presentations on landscape architecture subject matter.
• Creates, maintains and updates GIS databases and cartographic products using the ESRI suite of ArcGIS software.
• Develops and reviews plans, specifications, estimates and special provisions pertaining to landscape projects and landscape items related to roadway construction projects.
• Reviews geographic data from various sources, including other state agencies, aerial imagery, existing maps, and databases.
• Evaluates new products and methods related to landscape projects.
• Inspects landscape development and establishment projects.
• May serve on panels and committees related to landscape projects.
• Oversees and coordinates administration of landscape programs or projects with public or private organizations, consultants, districts and divisions.
• Provides schematic roadway designs and layouts for view corridors, valuable horticulture and salvageable vegetation and other landscape amenities.
• Provides technical assistance on issues concerning landscape architecture.
• Represents the Department in meetings with local and state officials and the public.
• Reviews, evaluates and develops requests for public participation in landscape programs.
• Trains inspection personnel on landscape projects.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Landscape Architect II

In addition to the duties listed above

• Monitors and reviews contract letting information for landscape projects.
• Processes payroll and verifies accuracy of hours to be paid.
• Prepares and seals final plans, specifications, estimates and other necessary construction and contract documentation for letting.
• Provides support to landscape field personnel, divisions and districts on issues concerning landscape architecture.
• Reviews and evaluates departmental policies and procedures affecting landscape programs.
• Serves as a district or division program coordinator for landscape programs and projects.
• Serves on panels and committees related to landscape projects.
• May serve as an instructor for departmental courses.

Transportation Landscape Architect III

In addition to the duties listed above

• Analyzes and recommends approval for use of consultants and landscape contracts.
• Assists with research and analysis of incoming correspondence, reports and other written material relating to landscape programs.
• Coordinates with consultants, construction firms and governmental representatives to accurately depict project impacts.
• Develops training courses and materials.
• Performs architectural work in coordination with engineering and support associates.
• Responsible for complex landscape architectural projects from initiation to completion.
• Serves as a lead worker and trains others.
• Serves as an Americans with Disabilities Act consultant to the District.
• Trains less experienced Registered Landscape Architects and Landscape Architect Assistants.
• Travels/drives to make on-site reviews, inspections and analysis.
• Develops and reviews plans, specifications, estimates and special provisions pertaining to landscape projects and landscape items related to roadway construction projects.
• Reviews geographic data from various sources, including other state agencies, aerial imagery, existing maps, and databases.
• Evaluates new products and methods related to landscape projects.
• Inspects landscape development and establishment projects.
• May serve as an instructor for departmental courses.
• Provides schematic roadway designs and layouts for view corridors, valuable horticulture and salvageable vegetation and other landscape amenities.

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:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must be registered as a Landscape Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners.

Competencies:

• Landscape programs
• Landscape and vegetation management design including plans, specifications and estimates
• Product/method evaluation related to landscape and vegetation management projects
• Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
• Competitive bid processes, rules and regulations
• Botany, soils, climate and various construction methods
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Americans with Disabilities Act, modifications and requirements including accessibility standards
• Utilities such as water and electrical services
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others
• Performing design/drafting work and preparing plans
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
• The use of photographic equipment
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
• Developing and giving presentations
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Handling multiple tasks and projects
• Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Evaluating products, equipment and material

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions:

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Conditions of Employment:
• Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
• 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.
• 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.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. 

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

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 Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information