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Personnel Board of Jefferson County · 2 weeks ago

Senior Urban Designer - City of Birmingham

Greater Birmingham, Alabama Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$60K/yr - $94K/yr

The City of Birmingham is seeking a well-qualified and motivated Senior Urban Designer to develop conceptual and schematic design plans for proposed public projects such as public buildings, parks, streetscapes, etc. The role involves reviewing proposed and existing developments to ensure compliance with city standards, collaborating with various stakeholders, and managing design standards and guidelines.

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Responsibilities

Assists in resolving questions and concerns related to urban design and/or design review issues received from the public, business owners and consultants to ensure compliance with design standards

Performs community relations activities and assists the public regarding design review issues as well as other public concerns related to urban design

Develops conceptual and schematic design plans for proposed public projects (e.g., public buildings, parks, streetscapes, etc.) by applying architectural principles and practices

Prepares design plans manually and/or electronically (e.g., graphic software) that adhere to space constraints of the proposed work-site and cost constraints based on available budget

Reviews proposed site development plans submitted by private developers, landowners, etc. and if necessary suggest alternatives

Maintains design standards and guidelines for the city through developing, writing, and reviewing standards and guidelines for existing or to be established areas, updating design standards, and collaborating with staff to ensure functionality of design standards

Participates in the development and writing of design standards and guidelines for established or to be established special development or design districts and areas

Reviews existing design standards and guidelines for established areas to ensure they are performing as were intended

Manages various programs and projects by establishing goals and timelines, delegating responsibilities, reviewing work, collaborating with directors, section heads, and program staff, and assisting staff with projects

Evaluates employee performance by observing and reviewing their work, providing feedback and resources for development, and motivating staff

Attends various meetings including commission meetings, department meetings, community events, and professional meetings to represent the department/section

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in ArchitectureCity ordinancesDesign preparation skillsPublic meeting facilitationPublic boardsGraphic software proficiency

Required

Driver's license

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural History, Landscape Architecture, Historic Preservation, Urban Planning, or a related degree (e.g., Drafting and Design)

Experience reviewing and implementing city ordinances that impact the development of land

Experience leading/facilitating public meetings (e.g., neighborhood meetings, business associations)

Experience administering public boards, agencies, and committees (e.g., organizing committees, preparing agendas, compiling minutes, making presentations/reports)

Experience preparing designs, conceptual drawings, reports, schematics, graphics and other visual aids in support of land development policy/projects