The Town of Brookline is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Landscape Architect/Designer with 5 years plus of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with proven design skills with strong passion for the public realm and community engagement. Brookline has a long history of providing a diverse network of passive and active recreation parks and open spaces for residents and visitors. These Parks, public places, natural areas, and recreational opportunities give life and beauty to the Town and connect people to place, self, and others. Brookline residents’ treasure and care for this legacy, building on the past to provide for future generations.

Why Join Us?

As part of the Town of Brookline’s team, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the community by continuing the legacy of the parks and open spaces. This part-time position offers 14-18 hours per week with a competitive hourly rate of $40-50, depending on experience. Join us in our mission to create and sustain a healthy park and open space system to make Brookline a great place to live, work, and play.

What you’ll do:

• Design, Develop, manage all phases of project from concept design through construction documentation.
• Analyze sites, defines program elements, develop conceptual design, create preliminary construction cost.
• Coordinate and oversee scope, schedule and budget of multiple projects; set design, safety and accessibility priorities and maintain accurate progress records as appropriate.
• Administer various park construction projects
• Coordinate proposed improvements with other town departments and divisions.
• Prepare and present design concepts to community groups, boards, and commissions.
• Serve as a liaison with other departments, commissions and agencies with respect to projects assigned.
• Participate as interdisciplinary/departmental team member to provide expertise in the areas of visual quality, environmental impact, vegetation, landscape plans, etc.
• Facilitate the public process and design review process by scheduling and leading public meetings, fulfilling meeting notification requirements.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program
• Preference for Registered Landscape Architect in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, but not essential.
• 5-7 years of experience.
• Experience in performing professional landscape architecture in all design phases from master planning to construction documentation and administration for parks and open space projects.
• Experience in project coordination with strong management skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and public speaking skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft suites, rendering, AutoCAD, 3D Modeling, and sketching.
• Possession of Massachusetts Class D driver’s license required.

We are looking for a candidate with the following strengths:

• Strong design vision and creativity with working knowledge of designing and documenting public spaces, and administering construction projects.
• Strong collaboration skills to coordinate between other departments, team members, consultants, and contractors.
• Attention to detail and critical thinking skills to anticipate challenges and proactively develop solutions.
• Ability to integrate innovative and resilient design solutions in design projects.
• Passionate about working with the community and knowledge on community engagement.
• Self-motivated and strong time management skills.
• Graphic skills needed for public presentations and drafting skills for construction drawings.
• Verbal and written skills for public and technical communications.
• Ability to manage and execute project tasks independently with minimal oversight.

The position works 14-18 hours weekly with a flexible schedule, however attendance at occasional evening meetings may be required. Salary Range $40-50/hourly depending on qualifications. This position is open until filled. Please apply with resume and cover letter.