Landscape Architect & Certified Arborist

Physical Plant Coordinator

Masters degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience.

Oversight of In-House Landscape Operations and Enhancements - Responsible for planning design and execution of landscape enhancement initiatives utilizing in-house landscape crews. Develops and implements planting plans seasonal bed rotations and campus beautification projects that align with university standards and operational efficiency. Oversees project scheduling budgeting and field execution to ensure quality outcomes and adherence to design intent. Provides technical guidance to internal teams performing installation of plant materials irrigation improvements and minor hardscape work. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and university policies. Promotes sustainable practices including native plant use water conservation and reduced maintenance strategies.

Arboricultural Program Management Leads the comprehensive management of the universitys tree canopy. Conducts tree inventories condition assessments and risk evaluations. Establishes standards and protocols for tree planting preservation pruning and removal. Provides co-oversight of the internal tree crew to ensure safe and effective operations. Administers the UF Tree Mitigation Fund and ensures compliance with applicable regulations and campus policies related to tree management.

Stakeholder Coordination and Campus Engagement - Serves as a primary liaison between Facilities Services and campus stakeholders including university leadership faculty staff students and external partners. Collaborates on project prioritization gathers input on landscape improvements and ensures alignment with campus-wide initiatives and branding standards. Communicates project scope timelines and impacts effectively.

Team Leadership and Resource Management - Provides supervision mentorship and development of in-house landscape arboricultural and enhancement crews. Establishes performance expectations and ensures ongoing training in horticulture arboriculture safety practices and construction techniques. Develops and manages operational and project budgets. Guides procurement decisions for plant materials equipment and supplies to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations.

Certified Landscape Architect designation (state license). State-level Certified Arborist credential (e.g. ISA USDA).

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE:

- Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

- Occasional overtime on-call responsibilities or adjusted hours required based on operational needs weather events or project demands

Salary to commensurate with experience

Masters degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience.

Education:

Masters degree in Landscape Architecture or related discipline.

Experience:

710years of progressive landscape design construction management and arboricultural experience in a campus or institutional setting.

Working knowledge of native species in north central Florida.

Experience managing large-scale university landscapes or large-scale landscapes of similar scope

Certifications:

Certified Arborist Knowledge

Skills and Abilities:

Proven team-leadership record especially supervising hard-scape contractors and planting crews.

Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Working knowledge of native species in north central Florida.

CAD (AutoCAD Civil 3D Revit) GIS and plant science software proficiency.

In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Position has been reposted previous applicants still under consideration.