University Landscape Architect

University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina
Full Time

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Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00023PO25 Job Family Campus Development Job Function Facilities Project Management USC Market Title Facilities Project Manager Link to USC Market Title Job Level P3 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) University Landscape Architect Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Administration and Finance Department DAF Facilities Planning and Construction State Pay Band 8 Approved Starting Salary $79,302 Advertised Salary Range $79,302- $99,127 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

Monday - Friday

8:00am-4:30 pm

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at . Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The ULA oversees the design review of all capital and renovation projects for suitability in addressing landscape impacts, including tree conservation, site protection and restoration. In addition, the ULA will support landscape planning and projects across the USC system, including seven satellite campuses across the state.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Professional Registered Landscape Architect (RLA)

Preferred Qualifications

Masters in Landscape Architecture Degree (MLA). AICP and/or LEED certifications and 10 years work experience.

AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office software systems. Arc GIS, Sketch-up, and Bluebeam preferred but not required. Prior experience working with facilities management staff is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of landscape architecture, planning, and general knowledge of site engineering principles. Ability to prepare graphic presentations. Skilled at producing, supervising, and reviewing landscape plans. Knowledgeable in reviewing civil and architectural plans. Ability to estimate cost for a broad range of site work projects. On-site construction management skills. Ability to establish positive working relationships with clients, superiors, subordinates, associates, A/E teams, contractors, state, local and federal professional personnel and other public and private sector organizations and individuals. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with diverse university staff. Ability to problem-solve and utilize conscious decision-making. Ability to build teams and involve stakeholders.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Provides design assistance and stewardship for environmental projects working with USC Project Managers, USC Facilities Staff, external A/E teams, and directly with University clients as required to ensure projects are appropriately scoped for landscape impacts, and that all standards and specifications are followed during construction to ensure appropriate stewardship for the campus.
Design assistance will include (but not be limited to) developing feasibility concepts, providing preliminary opinions of probable cost, and preparing or supervising the production of construction documents.
Limited project management tasks will be expected including guiding projects through internal approvals, permitting, purchasing and construction administration.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40 Job Duty

Work closely with the University Architect/AVP for Planning, Design & Construction in support of a variety of efforts, including master plans, bike/pedestrian and general accessibility improvements, signage studies, historic preservation initiatives, and other urban-planning tasks as directed.
Represent the University's interests with governmental and neighborhood entities with current and future impacts to the campus exterior environment, including the City of Columbia and the Department of Transportation.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty

Collaborate with Facilities Services' Grounds Maintenance Services including horticultural, hardscape, and arborist staff to provide support and design oversight including tree conservation, site protection and restoration.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty

Develop and maintain a list of prioritized landscape and hardscape projects, to include scope and funding criteria, to be prepared when funding becomes available to implement projects.
Work with the Development Office to align potential projects with donor initiatives and opportunities.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Maintain overall design standards and goals for the campus exterior environment.
Design standards will be promulgated with internal and external partners.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 01/10/2025 Job Close Date 07/21/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are all being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by July 21, 2025.

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The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

- Do you have a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
yes
no
- Are you a Professional Registered Landscape Architect (RLA)?
Yes
No
- Although we accept resumes for review, the application is the official hiring document maintained by the university. Offers of employment and starting salaries are based on the education and work experience (including beginning and end dates) included in the university application only, not your resume. Have you included all details for all education, volunteer and work experiences in your job application?
Yes
No

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