Description

Under general supervision of the Director of Planning, administers the Landscape and Tree Preservation Ordinances, reviews development plans for landscaping, tree preservation, irrigation and tree surveys and conducts surveys and field inspections. Supervises assigned department staff.
 
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

Essential Job Functions & Other Important Duties:

• Essential Job Functions:Reviews and interprets landscape plans, irrigation plans and tree surveys for compliance with City landscaping and tree preservation policies, ordinances and codes.
• Approves landscaping, tree preservation and development plans for City departments and customers.
• Promotes tree preservation in site design and in the preparation of development plans submitted by architects, engineers, developers and property owners.
• Conducts field inspections to verify compliance with the tree preservation and landscape ordinances.
• Responds to citizen, City official and department inquiries and complaints related to Landscape and Tree Preservation Ordinances.
• Prepares landscape and tree preservation ordinance updates to City Council, Boards and Commissions.
• Develops educational and informational programs and presentations to promote tree preservation in the City of Frisco.
• Assists property owners to provide screening and landscaping suggestions including financial impact to the owner.
• Conducts tree surveys on proposed land development to determine what areas can be developed or have to be set aside for the preservation of existing trees. 
• Determines the quality and condition of existing trees for possible relocation or destruction.
   

Other Important Duties:

• Negotiates contracts with developers or consultants.
• Travels to conduct scheduled and non-scheduled inspections, attend meetings, conferences and training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of landscape architecture, tree preservation and water conservation methods, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of the growth, utilization, and environmental impact of native and non-native trees and other landscaping shrubbery.
• Knowledge of the development, revision and/or enforcement of Federal, State, regional and City codes, ordinances and regulations related to landscape architecture and tree preservation.
• Knowledge of design and development techniques for creating promotional, educational and informational presentations, advertisements, brochures and materials.
• Knowledge of computers and related equipment, hardware and software for development and enforcement of plan reviews, activity reports, databases and noncompliance issues.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Skill in effective oral and written communications.
• Skill in conducting inspections and investigations and enforcing codes and regulations.
• Skill in resolving difficult, unusual or original situations with alternative solutions, innovative and creative suggestions and designs.
• Skill in reviewing, proposing and designing architectural and plat development plans that implement City ordinances, codes and long term plans.
• Skill in effectively supervising and delegating duties to assigned staff.
• Skill in mediating, negotiating and resolving customer complaints and concerns.

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Arboricultural, or Environmental Conservation or related field, and ten (10) years landscape architecture or conservation/preservation design experience, or a Master's Degree, and five (5) years of landscape architecture or conservation/ preservation experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess Licensed Landscape Architect or Arborist certifications.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or post-offer physical exam.
• Must possess State of Texas Drivers License.