Professional Positions
This job board is for professional opportunities in Landscape Architecture. We will not post submissions for Landscaping or gardening jobs. To have your job opening posted on this web page, please fill out our Job Board Submittal Form.
Positions will be posted as they are received. Postings are uploaded manually at least once or twice a week, depending on the workload in the Landscape Architecture department office. The department reserves the right to edit submittals for length and clarity. Jobs posted will typically remain visible for two months, unless you instruct us otherwise.
City of Anaheim
Park Services Superintendent
Location(s): Anaheim CA
Salary Range: $105,766 - $158,648 per year
The City of Anaheim Community Services Department seeks a dynamic Park Services Superintendent with a passion for public services to supervise and coordinate the activities and operations of assigned park, contract services, and programs within the Parks Division. This position will supervise both office and field staff. The Superintendent will also oversee contract maintenance functions including preparing and reviewing contracts and is responsible for budget preparation and monitoring. Lastly, the Park Services Superintendent will work with multiple entities including other city departments, nonprofits, and volunteers to maintain parks clean, safe, and inviting for all patrons.
Candidates must possess at least six years of responsible parks maintenance experience which includes a minimum of two years of supervisory administrative experience, supplemented by relevant college-level coursework.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A Bachelor's degree in Park Administration, Ornamental Horticulture, Arboriculture, or related field.
- Strong communication, writing, administrative, budget, and leadership skills.
- Prior experience working out in the field in park operations and maintenance.
- Possess certification as an Arborist, Pest Control Advisor License, Qualified Applicators Certificate or License, Irrigation Association (IA) Water Auditor, and/or National Playground Safety Inspector Certification.
For full job description and how to apply, go to: governmentjobs.com
The deadline for the first review of applications is on Monday, August 11, 2025, at 5PM.
Posted Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
PlaceWorks, Inc.
Mid-level Park Planner/Designer
Location(s): Berkeley, Los Angeles, Santa Ana, CA
Contact Name: Lina Liao
Contact Email: lliao@Placeworks.com
Contact Phone: 714-966-9220
Salary Range: $65,000 - $150,000 per year
Website: https://placeworks.com/
Job Description:
PlaceWorks has an immediate need for a full-time park planner/designer to join our team in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, or Orange County. We are looking for an individual with 3-7 years of professional experience in park planning and design, (including through an internship or fellowship), who is creative, outgoing, self-starting, and passionate about helping shape and improve communities through their work.
Working in a collaborative and casual work environment under the guidance of skilled project managers and other senior staff, this team member will assist PlaceWorks’ Landscape and Park Planning teams currently working with State and local agencies, as well as with community organizations and non-profit partners, to plan and design parks and open spaces in California. This position may also involve supporting planning and design projects at the firm, including comprehensive plans (general plans and specific plans), urban design, and landscape architecture projects.
We have a current need for this planner/designer to assist with the following:
- Support visioning and long-term planning projects for several California State Parks and Beaches, including research, mapping, concept and site plan development, and plan document writing.
- Support outreach and engagement to California communities, including communities of color, tribes, underserved communities, and others regarding park and open space access.
- Develop outreach and engagement materials for use online and for in-person engagement.
- Assist with the planning, design and development of park master plans, community parks, trails, bikeways, and other public spaces, as well as the public outreach and engagement related to these projects.
- Depending on experience, assist with project management tasks related to the above, including project tracking and scheduling, delegation of certain tasks to junior staff and with communication and coordination with other team members/subcontractors.
You’re most likely a fit if:
- You love planning for the future of communities and making a difference with your work.
- You have strong writing and communication skills.
- You have experience in and enjoy developing park planning documents.
- You enjoy translating ideas into graphics, both for site planning and design as well as using graphics to illustrate concepts, ideas and processes.
- Supporting authentic engagement with diverse communities excites you and you’re willing to jump in to help with/participate in public outreach efforts, including design workshops and community outreach events. You may be asked to coordinate events or meetings, prepare and assemble materials/supplies, present, and/or facilitate discussions at workshops.
- You’re comfortable with public speaking.
- You’re able to attend and travel to client meetings and community workshops which may occur on weekday nights and weekends.
- You can work both independently and in a highly collaborative environment with team members across the state.
- You can manage your time to produce final project documents and products by stated deadlines and can work effectively on multiple projects at once.
- You have a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in landscape architecture, urban design, visual arts, parks and recreation, or a related field.
- You are proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, and/or ArcGIS is desired, but not required.
We work in a wide array of communities throughout California, and we encourage diverse candidates from non-traditional backgrounds to apply. To apply to this position, please visit our website: https://placeworks.com/our-culture/careers/.
When applying, please attach your cover letter, resume, and a writing sample or design portfolio as three (3) separate PDF attachments. Each attachment must be under 500KB. Alternatively, you may include a link to your writing sample/design portfolio
if it exceeds 500KB. In your cover letter, please specify which office location you are interested in.
Posted Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
Silver Leaf Landscapes
Landscape Construction Apprentice
Location(s): Santa Barbara, CA
Contact Name: Lindsey Zero
Contact Email: lindsey@silverleafsb.com
Contact Phone: 805-695-2133
Salary Range: $25-$30/hr
Website: www.silverleafsb.com
Job Description:
We are currently accepting applications for (1) landscape construction apprentice at our Santa Barbara based landscape design/build company. Should you have the desire and aptitude, this is an excellent opportunity to learn practical skills that will set you apart from the competition. We are interested providing this opportunity to a current Cal Poly LARC student who has completed at least their second year of studies, and is considering a career in the landscape design/build industry.
As an apprentice, you could expect to participate in a full range of skilled work, including: demolition, grading, drainage, water and gas lines, fire pits, water features, flagstone, rock walls, fencing, irrigation systems, planting design, and lighting design. You can also expect to gain a basic understanding of contract writing, budgeting, and client management.
There is no deadline for application; we are always interested in hearing from promising candidates. On the job training is provided by me, the company owner. Please be good with your hands and have an eye for detail. Regardless of experience level, all applicants should meet the following requirements to be considered for the position:
1. Have permission to work legally in the United States.
2. Have a cell phone, and car, truck, etc. to arrive at job sites in the Santa Barbara area.
3. Arrive on time for work Monday-Thursday, 32 hr. per week, from 8am - 4:30pm.
4. Be able to work 8hr/day outdoors, and perform a variety of construction tasks, including lift/carry up to 65lbs.
5. Be comfortable learning the safe operation of a variety of hand, electric, and gas powered tools.
6. Be able to follow instructions in English and have a strong desire to learn new skills.
We offer the opportunity to work outdoors while building high quality landscapes in the Santa Barbara area. As part of your compensation we offer paid breaks, paid time off, paid holidays, paid sick time, and a $150 stipend to buy new steel toe boots.
How to Apply: Please email a PDF of work samples, and a letter explaining your interest in the position. Include your current year in the LARC program, any relevant experience (job related or otherwise), and why you are a good fit for the position. Good luck!
Posted Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
