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The County of Los Angeles LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL ASSOCIATE in Los Angeles, California
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL ASSOCIATE
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LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL ASSOCIATE
Salary
$88,605.84 - $113,100.00 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
C4049D
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date
02/12/2025
Closing Date
2/27/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
Position/Program Information
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 42 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment. Don't miss an opportunity to join our team!
EXAM NUMBER
C4049D
FILING PERIOD
We will begin accepting applications on Thursday , February 13, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Thursday, February 27, 2025.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
Open Competitive (OC) Job Opportunity – We welcome applications from anyone.
Essential Job Functions
ALandscape Architectural Associateis responsible for performing a combination of the following essential functions:
Reviews and coordinates project requirements by collaborating with project team members, County representatives, and internal and external stakeholders (e.g., County Inspectors, Contract Monitors, Project Managers, community members, etc.) to gather information and understand the needs, goals, costs, and constraints of County projects.
Prepares, designs and assists in coordinating the preparation of landscape architectural construction drawings (e.g., construction, grading, drainage, irrigation, and planting plans and details) by collaborating with clients and project team members, reviewing project goals, specifications, and requirements and using applicable technology (e.g., computer-aided design (CAD) software, etc.) to successfully produce accurate and precise drawings that are aligned with project guidelines and goals.
Prepares project budget estimates for supervisor review by compiling soft costs, construction costs, and maintenance costs after conducting site analysis, consulting with clients regarding the scope of the project, and researching costs of required materials, equipment, and labor, to ensure compliance with regulations and project constraints.
Prepares and assists in coordinating the preparation of special provisions for County construction projects based on Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (e.g. Greenbook standards) and other applicable design guidelines and regulations to successfully produce accurate, compliant, and precise project specifications.
Functions as a technical consultant to other Los Angeles County departments, as well as inter-departmental divisions and other external agencies, by providing guidance, feedback, and assisting with recommendations regarding site planning and project development; conducting field investigations and site analysis; and assisting with suggesting functional or economical alternatives where appropriate to ensure Los Angeles County projects are environmentally sustainable and in compliance with local, State, and Federal guidelines.
Performs comprehensive on-site field investigations for design, construction, and post-construction phases by gathering necessary data and measurements regarding the conditions of the project site (e.g., topography, soil composition, vegetation, environmental factors, etc.); identifying site-specific challenges and opportunities that may impact design and functionality of landscape; and generating field maps, diagrams, and reports to effectively capture site conditions in all phases of the project.
Assists with composing and disseminating information regarding proposed, ongoing, or completed projects and County, City, and State rules, requirements, and regulations by communicating with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. members of the public, officials, etc.) orally and/or in writing (i.e. via presentations, technical reports, e-mail correspondence, etc.) to ensure the public is informed of proposed, on-going, and completed projects.
Creates visual representations of proposed, on-going, or completed projects (e.g. illustrative plans/sections/details, graphic perspectives, environmental graphics, 3D models, etc.), via hand drawing and the use of applicable software programs (e.g. AutoCAD, Adobe Create Suite, SketchUp, Lumion, etc.) to successfully communicate proposed, on-going or completed projects.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
OPTION I : Graduation from an accredited college* with a degree in Landscape Architecture-AND-one year's experience in the development and preparation of landscape plans under the supervision of a certified landscape architect**.
OPTION II : Any combination totaling five years of related college* training and landscape design experience under the supervision of a landscape architect certified by the State of California*.
OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING AND CLEARLY INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION:
- To receive credit for your education, include a copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within five (5) business days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit:https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdfandhttps://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf
In order to receive credit for the required degree/coursework, certification, and/or license, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, and/or a legible copy of the official certificate and/or license at the time of filing or within five (5) business daysof filing your application . Please submit documentation to pwexams@dpw.lacounty.govand indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number.
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
** A certified landscape architect is a landscape architect who has met the education, work experience, exam, and ethics requirements set by theCLARB (Council for Landscape Architecture).
* A landscape architect certified by the State of California is a person or business with a valid California State Certificate to practice landscape architecture.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class “C” Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
One (1) year of experience or more in the preparation of irrigation plans (which includes irrigation design equipment, components, calculations, and supporting documentation) and ensuring compliance with California's Statewide Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) standards.
One (1) year of experience or more in the preparation and review of proposed planting design plans that are consistent with permit review requirements, which includes water-use requirements and design considerations. The following is a partial list that demonstrates a candidate's planting design experience: utilized California's Water Use Classification of Landscape Species (WULCOLS) database; developed designs for mitigation of fire hazards using Fuel Modification Plant Selection per LA County Fire requirements; applied California’s design standards and requirements, which includes the County Board’s Enhancing Biodiversity and Saving Water with Native Plants at County Facilities (Sept 2022) water conservation policy; as well as other standards and permit requirements for public projects.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of a multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 100%, assessing:
Professional Potential
Achievement
Coping with Uncertainty
Responsibility
Working to High Quality Standards
Willingness to Learn
Working Relationships
Analyzing Information
Learning Quickly
Generating New Ideas
Using Time Efficiently
Adapting to Change
Numerical Reasoning
MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS: If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION: If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, emailpwexams@dpw.lacounty.govbefore the test date. Write the name of the exam in the subject line of your email. We require a completed “Request for Reasonable Accommodation” form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the request. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond and keep you moving through the process.
TEST PREPARATION: We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
Various information can be found on our website athttps://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/.The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
Online practice tests are available athttps://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests.
VETERAN'S CREDIT: If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran’s credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application or email it to pwexams@dpw.lacounty.gov .
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly. Your score will be valid for twelve (12) months from the date of your assessment results notice.
VACANCY INFORMATION: The list of eligible candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County Public Works as they occur.
SPECIAL INFORMATION: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction historyunless you receive acontingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s).If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Application & Filing Information:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD:All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate’s original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Please clickHERE (http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf) for additional employment information.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Questions regarding this posting may be emailed topwexams@dpw.lacounty.gov.
All emails must clearly identify the applicant's name, and the subject line must include the exam name and exam number.
Department Contact Name: Airess Batungbakal
Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email:pwexams@dpw.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141
Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829
California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
Your Responsibilities:
1.Completing Your Application:
a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted.
b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title.
c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation.
2.Requirements on Job Posting:
a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time.
b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual age 40 or older.
c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable.
3.Application Deadline: All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed.
4.Change of Name or Address: To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile onwww.governmentjobs.comand make the necessary change. This can be done at any time.
5.Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy:
a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation(s) may be subject to verification, consistent with state and federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential.
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Test Preparation: Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website athttps://hr.lacounty.gov/. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting.
Veteran’s Credit: In all open competitive examinations, a veteran’s credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit.
A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty.
This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran’s credit. More information available at:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/
Accreditation Information: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies that are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information is available at:http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdfandhttp://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC EResourceGuide.pdf (https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf)
Background Check: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
Career Planning: Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttps://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/.
Benefit Information: Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a “new member” of the County’s defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) – unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California.
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible.
Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.
Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program: In an effort to improve compliance with court ordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information.
Social Security Act of 2004: Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA-1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the websitewww.socialsecurity.gov, or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office.
Employment Eligibility Information: Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility.
The California Fair Employment and Housing Act(Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) and other applicable laws prohibit employment discrimination based on an applicant's protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, childbirth, and other characteristics.
COVID-19 VACCINATION: Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
Updated February 2024
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I understand the above information and instructions.
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Completion of the following supplemental questionnaire is REQUIRED for your application. Please be detailed and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume" or "see application" are not valid responses. All submitted information is subject to verification at any time during the selection process. Falsification of any information or failure to complete this questionnaire as instructed may result in disqualification or dismissal.
Your supplemental questionnaire responses do not replace the requirement to complete the Work Experience section of your application. You must still fill out that section in full. For each job and/or position held, you must provide the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and a detailed description of work performed. Positions and/or experience grouped together will not be accepted as sufficient work experience as each position held and experience gained must be outlined separately. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title.
I understand the above information and instructions.
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Did you graduate from an accredited college* with a degree in Landscape Architecture?
To receive credit for your education, include a copy of your official a diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution with your application. If you are unable to attach required documents, please e-mail the documents to pwexams@dpw.lacounty.gov within five (5) business days from the last day of filing. All emails must clearly identify the applicant's name, and the subject line must include the exam name and exam number. If you are using Option II to qualify, your application must include your transcripts, which detail your coursework. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, official transcripts will be required at the time of appointment. Applications submitted without the required documents will be rejected as incomplete. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
Yes
No
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How many years of experience do you have in the development and preparation of landscape plans under the supervision of a certified landscape architect**?
** A certified landscape architect is a landscape architect who has met the education, work experience, exam, and ethics requirements set by the CLARB (Council for Landscape Architecture).
At least 1 year
Less than 1 year
I do not have experience in the development and preparation of landscape plans under the supervision of a certified landscape architect.
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Do you have any combination totaling five years of related college* training and landscape design experience under the supervision of a landscape architect certified by the State of California*?
To receive credit for your education, include a copy of your official a diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution with your application. If you are unable to attach required documents, please e-mail the documents to pwexams@dpw.lacounty.gov within five (5) business days from the last day of filing. All emails must clearly identify the applicant's name, and the subject line must include the exam name and exam number. If you are using Option II to qualify, your application must include your transcripts, which detail your coursework. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, official transcripts will be required at the time of appointment. Applications submitted without the required documents will be rejected as incomplete. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf
* A landscape architect certified by the State of California is a person or business with a valid California State Certificate to practice landscape architecture.
Yes
No
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How many years of experience do you have in the preparation of irrigation plans (which includes irrigation design equipment, components, calculations, and supporting documentation) and ensuring compliance with California's Statewide Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) standards?
One (1) year or more
Less than one (1) year
I do not have the above-mentioned experience.
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How many years of experience do you have in the preparation and review of proposed planting design plans that are consistent with permit review requirements, which includes water-use requirements and design considerations?
One (1) year or more
Less than one (1) year
I do not have the above-mentioned experience.
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Did you attach a copy of your transcript, diploma, or other applicable document(s)?
Yes, I have attached all necessary documents.
No, it is not applicable.
I will email the document(s) within five (5) business days from the last day of filing to pwexams@dpw.lacounty.gov.
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County of Los Angeles
Address
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Website
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