SUMMARY:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Inspect the work of contractors/other departments to insure that it meets requirements set out in the contract;
• Prepare specifications and plans for park development projects;
• Write reports informing management of the status of projects and their budgets;
• Develop, monitor, and control the annual park development budget;
• Oversee the drafting of schematic plans, layout plans, construction documents and contract documents of park projects;
• Prepare reports of park development activities for management;
• Hire, supervise, train, and evaluate several subordinate employees;
• Communicate with public to receive their input, concerns and requests.

QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• The principles and practices of Landscape Architecture;
• Bid and contract procedures;
• Irrigation and planting methods;
• Purchasing and procurement procedures.

• Direct and supervise the work of construction crews;
• Make detailed design plans and surveys;
• Establish and maintain effective public relations;
• Communicate effectively.

• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds;
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
• Frequently bend and kneel during the shift;
• Frequently push and pull objects;
• Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees;
• Occasionally rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
• Place arms above, at or below shoulder height;
• Coordinate eye and hand movement in order to operate a vehicle.

Application must be submitted online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock.  Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock.