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**Landscape Architecture Project Lead Transportation Planning Specialist 3**

Salary $65,885.00 - $88,616.00 Annually Location King County - Seattle - N. Seattle, WA Job Type Full Time - Permanent Department Dept. of Transportation Job Number 21DOT-NWR-11354 Closing 10/27/2021 11:59 PM Pacific Description **About WSDOT**

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

**The Opportunity**

WSDOT is currently seeking an experienced Landscape Architecture professional to serve as the Transportation Planning Specialist 3. This professional will be involved in some of the largest scope transportation projects in the state and supporting the infrastructure while ensuring the health of the surrounding environment. This involves providing expertise for environmental restoration and guidance during construction to best integrate transportation facilities into the natural and built environment to meet functional needs, commitments, and permit requirements.

**What to Expect**

Work occurs in office settings and in construction/field offices/construction sites where specific safety training and requirements may apply. Field work includes observation, information gathering, documentation and occasional light physical activities including walking/standing outdoors on highway roadsides and construction sites for extended periods of time and during inclement weather

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Landscape Architecture Project Lead will:

* Evaluate, guide and oversee work by consultants, design-build contractors, citizens, civic organizations and other governmental agencies for adherence to departmental policies and standards Provide guidance to implement and manage roadside, site, and mitigation work.

* Provide landscape architecture functional analysis, contract plans, specifications, and estimates using Microstation and other supporting computer software. Act as a technical expert and prepare studies for roadside issues.

* Act as the primary project/team contact and technical expert in relation to roadside, site and mitigation development policies, procedures, and standards.

* Work collaboratively to facilitate low-maintenance solutions in all phases of work.

* Lead small team of landscape designers to meet assigned project deadlines.

* Represent landscape architecture expertise on multi-disciplinary teams to develop and recommend solutions on highly complex projects.

* Represent region Landscape Architect, department policies, standards, and guidelines to a variety of audiences.

* Lead weekly team meetings and track team deadlines to ensure product delivery.

**Qualifications**

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

* Bachelor's or Masters degree in Landscape Architecture or a Bachelor of Science Degree with major in Landscape Architecture.

* Two years experience as a Transportation Planning Specialist 2, Landscape Designer 2 or equivalent experience.

* Knowledge of mitigation requirements for successful design and construction.

* Ability to manage complex project utilizing standardized project management methodology and strategies.

* Ability to perform on-site inspections and make professional recommendations for roadside preservation, restoration, mitigation and plant establishment work on construction sites.

* Able to work in a variety of terrain and weather conditions, and at times outside of normal work hours when the situation calls for it.

* Valid Drivers License

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

* ISA Certified Arborist

* Certified in Site Erosion and Sediment Control

* Experience in construction contract administration

* Experience with native plant material and environmental restoration

**Important Notes**

* This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.

* By issuance of proclamation, the Governor of Washington State mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.

* The salary listed for this position includes a legislative approved 5% premium for workers in King County.

**Why WSDOT**

* Work-Life Balance We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including occasional telework for eligible positions.

* Paid Leave In addition to 11 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year! Employees also accrue 8 hours of sick leave monthly.

* Tuition Assistance Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

* Plan For Your Future WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to for more information.

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**How to Apply**

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the Work Experience portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

* An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.

* An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications, and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.

* Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the References section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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*WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the applicati