MICHIGAN CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
JOB SPECIFICATION
LANDSCAPE DESIGN MANAGER
JOB DESCRIPTION
Employees in this job serve as managers directing the work of professional subordinates. The
employee, under general supervision, works within general methods and procedures and exercises
considerable independent judgment to adapt and apply the guidelines to specific situations, as needed.
The work requires knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of landscape architectural
design and plan review programs, and supervisory techniques, personnel policies, and procedures.
There are two classifications in this job. The information provided under each position code title
represents a general description of the classification concept. To determine the appropriate level of the
manager position, application of the Professional Managerial Position Evaluation System is required.
Position Code Title - Landscape Design Manager-3
Landscape Design Manager 14
The employee functions as a first-line professional manager of professional positions in a complex work
area, a first-line professional manager of professional positions in a standard work area receiving
executive direction, a second-line professional manager of professional positions in a standard work
area, a first-line manager of a professional position in a complex work area receiving executive
direction, or a first-line professional manager of nonprofessional positions in a complex work area
receiving executive direction.
Position Code Title - Landscape Design Manager-4
Landscape Design Manager 15
The employee functions as a first-line professional manager of professional positions in a complex work
area receiving executive direction, a second-line professional manager of professional positions in a
complex work area, a second-line manager of professional positions in a standard work area receiving
executive direction, or a third-line professional manager of professional positions in a standard work
area.
Selects and assigns staff, ensuring equal employment opportunity in hiring and promotion.
Coordinates activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and directing the work of
subordinate employees.
Evaluated and verifies employee performance through the review of completed work assignments and
work techniques.
Identifies staff development and training needs and ensures that training is obtained.
Ensures proper labor relations and conditions of employment are maintained.
Maintains records, prepares reports, and composes correspondence relative to the work.
Plans, organizes, and supervises the development and preparation of landscape construction plans,
specifications, estimates, and other contract documents.
JOB DUTIES
NOTE:
The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by positions in this job classification. Not all
duties assigned to every position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned every duty.
Reviews and makes recommendations concerning landscape architecture and design, and makes final
decisions about the design of specific projects.
Reviews and checks shop drawings for correctness and conformity with approved plans and
specifications.
Interprets landscape plans, specifications, and codes and regulations related to the work.
Oversees and conducts field inspections prior to finalization of landscape plans and as landscape
projects progress to determine compliance with regulations and specifications.
Administers design consultant contracts by monitoring and evaluating project design development,
amending contracts when necessary, and reviewing payment vouchers.
Supervises the preparations of design changes and revisions to construction plans.
Reviews development plans, permit application documents, environmental impact statements, and
reclamation plans.
Conducts special studies, planning, and environmental design as required.
Makes presentations and conducts public meetings concerning landscape design projects.
May occasionally perform any task assigned to subordinate staff, consistent with any licensing or
certification requirements.
Performs related work as assigned.
Thorough knowledge of the instruments, tools, symbols, and nomenclature used in landscape
architectural drawing and specifications.
Thorough knowledge of the methods of analysis and computation required in landscape design.
Thorough knowledge of the laws and regulations related to the work.
Thorough knowledge of ecological principles and their relationship to environmental planning and
design.
Thorough knowledge of costs and uses of construction materials used in landscape design.
Thorough knowledge of survey methods and remote sensing methods and equipment.
Thorough knowledge of inspection techniques and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of topographical mapping.
Thorough knowledge of environmental planning and effects of development.
Thorough knowledge of equal employment and labor relations practices.
Thorough knowledge of training and supervisory techniques.
Thorough knowledge of employee policies and procedures.
Ability to instruct, direct, and evaluate employees.
Ability to analyze landscape development plans for accuracy, appropriateness, and compliance with
applicable laws and regulations.
Ability to prepare complete plans, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates.
Ability to make space utilization studies and analyses.
Ability to make material and labor estimates and computations.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to make topographical surveys and prepare reports.
Ability to maintain records, prepare reports, and compose correspondence related to the work.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to maintain favorable public relations.
Working Conditions
None
Physical Requirements
None
Education
Possession of a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture.
Experience
Landscape Design Manager 14
Five years of professional experience equivalent to a Landscape Designer, including three years
equivalent to a Landscape Designer P11, two years equivalent to a Landscape Designer 12, or one year
equivalent to a Landscape Design Specialist 13.
Landscape Design Manager 15
Six years of professional experience equivalent to a Landscape Designer, including three years
equivalent to a Landscape Designer 12, two years equivalent to a Landscape Design Specialist 13, or
one year equivalent to a Landscape Design Manager 14.
Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications
None
JOB CODE, POSITION TITLES AND CODES, AND COMPENSATION INFORMATION
Job Code
LANDESMGR
NOTE:
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Position Title
Position Code
Pay Schedule
Landscape Design Manager-3
LNDSMGR3
NERE-117
Landscape Design Manager-4
LNDSMGR4
NERE-118
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09/09/2018