Transportation Landscape Architect I, II, or III - Engineering Services (Austin District)
About the role
This position 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.
Responsibilities
- Develops and reviews plans, specifications, estimates and special provisions pertaining to landscape projects and/or landscape items related to roadway construction projects.
- Oversees and coordinates administration of landscape programs or projects with public or private organizations, consultants, districts and divisions.
- Provides technical assistance on issues concerning landscape architecture.
- Represents the Department in meetings with local and state officials and the public.
- Trains inspection personnel on landscape projects.
Requirements
- 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 (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent).
- Transportation Landscape Architect III: 5 YEARS Professional Landscape Architecture-related work (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent).
- Licenses and Certifications: Must be registered as a Landscape Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners.
- Safety Impact Certificate: Valid driver’s license.
Qualifications
- Landscape programs
- Landscape and vegetation management design including plans, specifications and estimates
- Product/method evaluation related to landscape and vegetation management projects
- Americans with Disabilities Act, modifications and requirements including accessibility standards
- Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
- Performing design/drafting work and preparing plans
- Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
- Handling multiple tasks and projects
Skills
- Close Visual Acuity
- Visual Acuity
- Sedentary work
- Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
Benefits and Perks
- 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
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Level
Non-Management
Job Posting
Jun 29, 2026, 8:19:03 AM
State Job Title/s
Architect II/III/IV
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
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Applicant Information
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