Landscape Architect and Planner

Posting Detail Information

Working TitleLandscape Architect and Planner

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid / in-office work

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202501413AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional / Research Professional

Classification TitleProf / Indiv Contrib III

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours / Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$90,000 to $100,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11 : 59pm (MT) on10 / 20 / 2025

Description of Work Unit

Conceptualize, and develop stategic and long range plans and determine future needs / strategic plans for Colorado State University's (CSU's) built enviroment – buildings' and space needs, facilities, campuses, land needs, and services.

Position Summary

The University Landscape Architect is the primary reviewer and approver of site-specific design of exterior spaces at Colorado State University. In this role, the Landscape Architect will interface between Facilities Management and the greater campus community on issues related to exterior spaces and infrastructure.

Within Facilities Management the Landscape Architect collaborates with the Outdoor Services ( OSG ) Management team and other sections and units including utilities, project managers, transportation, and other campus planning team members, to coordinate campus site infrastructure and landscape installations to be maintained by the OSG team.

Position also assists with development of the Campus Master Plan.

Required Job Qualifications

Preferred Job Qualifications

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryCampus Landscape Architect

Duty / Responsibility

Leads the site design and implementation of the exterior campus spaces portion of campus planning through the following practices :

Percentage Of Time65%

Job Duty CategoryCampus Liaison / Representative

Duty / Responsibility

Support / Assist the Campus Planner as and when needed including (but not limited to) the following :

Percentage Of Time5%

Job Duty CategoryOther Duties as assigned

Duty / Responsibility

Percentage Of Time30%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search ContactMichelle Hyatt, Michelle.Hyatt@colostate.edu

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and / or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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