*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

Major Responsibilities

- Under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner for Landscape Program Management, with broad scope for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment, formulate the design aesthetic and vision for all landscape architecture projects completed in NYC Parks.
- Establish standards for excellence in landscape architecture to ensure projects are innovative, durable, resilient and maintainable citywide.
- Guide the design of Capital Projects in various stages of development through design reviews to confirm technical and design quality standards are met and keep with current and emerging sustainability and climate change practices and new technologies.
- Coordinate with the Chief of Architecture and Engineering to ensure that the landscape architecture, architecture, and engineering design standards, conceptual site planning, and practices are aligned, supported, and meet the overall design goals of the Capital Division.
- Coordinate with the Chief of Architecture & Engineering for all submissions to the Public Design and Landmarks Preservation Commissions. Present projects and agency objectives as necessary.
- Oversee staff responsible for the internal schematic design review process and design resources library, coordinating with other Parks Divisions to ensure seamless communication.
- Oversee coordination of professional development and continuing education courses required for staff.
- Serve as agency liaison with other city agencies, non-profit organizations and partners.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 713797.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 713797 on your cover letter and resume.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.

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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

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ADMINISTRATIVE LANDSCAPE ARCHI - 10023

Qualification Requirements
A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape architect is required. In addition, candidates must have six (6) years of full-time paid experience in landscape architectural work, at least two (2) years of which shall have been as an administrative landscape architect.

1. Master’s degree from an accredited college in landscape architecture. 2. Over 10 years of experience in design in a supervisory capacity. Knowledge of construction practices is a plus. 3. Knowledge of the following specialized disciplines: sustainable/ “green” design, ecological restoration, historic preservation/conservation, ADA/universal design concepts, horticulture, urban design and public art. 4. Excellent writing, communication, supervisory, administrative and interpersonal skills to manage a large number of staff, consultants and projects. 5. Ability to effectively work with interdisciplinary stakeholders to achieve project design goals. 6. A driver's license valid in New York State.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

This position is exempt from NYC residency requirements.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.