Landscape Architect, Senior
Salary
$65,090.73 - $107,399.71 Annually
Location
Community Development Department Marietta, GA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
05147
Department
Community Development
Opening Date
08/28/2026
Closing Date
9/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code
113
Position Information
The purpose of this classification is to review development plans, plats and other documents and to inspect completed projects to ensure compliance with landscape, forestry, and environmental rules and regulations and to advise County officials and residents regarding environmental protection.
Essential Functions
Serves as a lead specialist over a program or process to provide team guidance and support;
Receives, reviews and analyzes building site and construction plans and architectural drawings to determine compliance with landscape, forestry, and environmental rules, regulations, codes and ordinances: reviews and analyzes code compliance of floodplain areas, detention ponds, easements, wetlands, buffers, erosion controls, grading, storm drainage plans, sanitary sewer plans and hydrology studies; approves or rejects plans as appropriate; and forwards permits and approved plans to contractors.
Conducts field inspections, including pre-development site analysis, construction monitoring, final inspections, post-development tree maintenance inspections, landscape and stream buffer violation inspections, and hazardous tree inspections; prepares and files field notes and notifications of violations; reviews and files tree maintenance surety instruments; and ensures compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, ordinances, and standards; takes photographs of sites; and maintains photo logs and files regarding inspection activities.
Provides information and technical assistance concerning landscape, forestry, and environmental code requirements: discusses problem areas with property owners and contractors; makes suggestions and recommends solutions to problems; responds to questions or complaints concerning related codes or code violations.
Interprets, administers and enforces the provisions of applicable local, state, and federal landscape, forestry and environmental rules and regulations: researches code-related issues in code books as needed; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Maintains records of all plans review activities: prepares, submits, and files inspection reports, permits, building plans, and other relevant documents.
Performs data entry and cashiering associated with plan intake and permitting. Performs electronic plan review coordinator functions, including plan intake, disbursement of plans, collection of all departmental feedback and delivery to applicant, and final permitting.
Produce landscape architectural construction plans for Cobb County facilities as necessary.
Investigates landscape and stream buffer violations, coordinates mitigation procedures with other departments and agencies, and administers corrective action requirements with property owners.
Serves as back-up trainer for new staff.
Trains staff on tree inventory methods, tree preservation, and planting techniques.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Landscape Architecture, Arboriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, or related field required; supplemented by five years of experience in landscape architecture, forestry or horticulture management or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License.
ISA Certified Arborist preferred.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb Countys Employee Benefits page to learn more.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the Educational History and Work History sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
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Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?
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Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of experience do you have in landscape architecture, forestry or horticulture management or a related field?
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Please describe in detail any prior experience you have in landscape architecture, forestry, or horticulture management, or a related field. Enter N/A if this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Do you have experience with any of the following? Please check all that apply.
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If you selected you had experience with any of the above, please describe in detail your experience using them. Enter N/A if this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Are you an ISA Certified Arborist?
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Do you have a valid drivers license?
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If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following requirements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
Required Question
Employer Cobb County Government
Address 100 Cherokee Street
Suite #200
Marietta, Georgia, 30090
Website http://www.cobbcounty.gov
| Location | Marietta, GA |
| Salary | $65,090.73–$107,399.71 Per Year |
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