Technical Specialist 1 - Park Planner Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nashville/jobs/newprint/4947038) Apply  Technical Specialist 1 - Park Planner Salary $63,823.33 Annually Location Nashville, TN Job Type Full-Time Civil Service Job Number 25225E Department Parks Division Planning and Facilities Development Opening Date 06/02/2025 Closing Date 7/2/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions Position Description The Technical Specialist 1 - Park Planner position manages the planning, design and construction of public park facilities by applying knowledge of urban and recreation planning, architectural and landscape design, sustainable development and best practices in construction to the management of park capital projects. The position is located within the Planning & Facilities Development Division of the Metro Nashville Parks Department Typical Duties + Implement short and long-range recommendations as established in adopted departmental planning documents. + Participate in strategic planning initiatives. + Prepare requests for proposals (RFPs) and invitations to bid. + Manage projects teams, architects, general contractors and other consultants to ensure successful and efficient project delivery. + Responsibly manage project budgets. + Guide and review the development of design documents for compliance with established park facility standards and departmental goals. + Ensure project compliance with Metro procurement, regulatory and policy processes, requirements and goals. + Integrate sustainable development best management practices in all projects. + Coordinate all projects with relevant divisions, departments, partners and stakeholders. + Document and maintain files on all projects. + Support public input processes; respond to constituent inquiries; collaborate with non-governmental organizations; prepare public presentations, reports and other documents. + Manage or participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma and 8 years of experience in planning, design, construction and/or project management **Additional education may be considered In lieu of some experience** Licenses Required: Valid Driver License Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply. Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government. Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Bachelor’s degree in architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, sustainable development, construction management or related field + Experience creating architectural and landscape architectural design + Experience with construction and sustainability + Proficiency in ArcMap, Adobe Creative Cloud, AutoCAD, Sketch-Up and Microsoft Excel + Experience in facilitating community participation and collaborative initiatives including excellent personal communication skills + Experience in project budgeting and public procurement processes + LEED accreditation + CPRP certification We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations. Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640. Metro offers a generous core benefit package to eligible employees who are regularly and consistently working 20 or more hours per week. Insurance and benefit coverage is effective the first of the month after the employee has worked 30 days. Employees can change their benefits within 60 days of an eligible change in status or during Annual Enrollment. Metro also offers optional benefits from which the employee may choose. Family members, including eligible spouses, domestic partners and children, are covered under most of our benefits programs. CORE BENEFITS Medical: Choice of two plans; Metro pays 75% of premium Dental: Choice of two plans; Metro pays for single coverage Basic Life: $50,000 basic term life coverage; Metro pays 100% of premium Pension: Formula-driven pension; 100% Metro funded; 10 year vesting for new employees Paid Family Leave: Runs concurrently with time designated as FMLA leave (up to 30 days) Longevity: Annual bonus beginning after 5 years of service; increases annually up to 20 years Work Life/ Employee Assistance Program: Wide variety of counseling, referral and consultation services provided free Other*: In-line-of-duty injury benefits, AD&D insurance, and Medical Disability eligibility after 10 years with Metro Paid leave: (Full-time employees) + Vacation: 10 vacation days a year; increasing after 5 years of service (For Non Civil Service departments, contact the department's human resources office) + Holidays: 12 holidays per year (For Non Civil Service departments, contact the department's human resources office) + Sick leave: 12 days of sick leave per year + Other leaves: Judicial leave, military leave, bereavement leave *See the Human Resources webpage for more details and optional benefits at nashville.gov/hr 01 Do you have a valid Driver License? + Yes + No 02 What is the highest level of education you have completed? + No diploma + High School Diploma or equivalent + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree 03 List type of degree and major field of study. 04 Indicate your experience in planning, design, construction and project management + No Experience + Less than 1 year + 1 - 3 years + 4 - 5 years + 6 - 7 years + 8 or more years 05 Describe your experience in planning, design, construction and project management. If no experience, please type "N/A" 06 Describe your experience with ArcMap, Adobe Creative Cloud, AutoCAD, Sketch-Up and Microsoft Excel. If no experience, please type "N/A" 07 Indicate any certifications you may have. + LEED Certification + CPRP Certification + Other Job Related Certification(s) Required Question Employer Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County Address Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210 Phone (615) 862-6640 Website http://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email