Why Clarington?
Clarington is a community full of possibilities.
As one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Durham Region, Clarington is home to over 107,000 residents across four urban centres and 14 hamlets. With our population expected to double by 2051, Clarington offers a perfect blend of urban living and small-town charm. We’re known for our thriving energy and agricultural sectors, vibrant historic downtowns, and exceptional quality of life.
Our team thrives in a collaborative environment that promotes work-life balance and meaningful community impact. We value accountability, integrity, and respect, and we are deeply committed to fostering equity, inclusion, and diversity in the workplace. Together, we’re building a stronger Clarington — for today and for future generations.
The future is bright – and working with the Municipality of Clarington means you can help shape it. How will you make your mark?
About the Role
Vacancy Status: This posting is for a newly created position.
Reporting to the Manager, Park Design & Development, the Landscape Architect will be responsible for delivering park and trail capital projects with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency. The candidate will also be responsible for working collaboratively to undertake technical reviews of planning applications and development proposals from a landscape architecture and urban design perspective.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for the detail design, estimating, tender preparation, construction inspection and contract administration associated with park and trail development and redevelopment projects.
- Overseeing projects including the development and monitoring of projects schedules in the design and construction phases.
- Reviewing invoices and construction progress and recommend payment.
- Providing guidance and oversight to multi-disciplinary external consultants in all phases of park and trail development and redevelopment projects.
- Liaising with Parks Operations, Planning, and Engineering for site plan approvals, permits, and site servicing.
- Representing the Municipality on Parks Committees, participating in studies and preparing reports on related matters.
- Responsible for the technical review and comments, conditions and clauses related to parks/open space and urban design, as part of the processing of development applications.
- Applying urban design principles and design guidelines in the evaluation of specific design studies and development projects.
- Assisting in the preparation of the Parks capital budget.
- Performing other duties as assigned, including those specific to the department.
What you bring
- A University Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline.
- Full membership with certificate and seal from the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA).
- Three (3) years of related experience in landscape architecture in a -municipal setting or consultant/design setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge and expertise in creating and applying urban design principles and design guidelines in the evaluation of specific design studies and development projects.
- Familiarity with the land development process in Ontario including working knowledge of the Planning Act, Municipal Act, Development Charges Act etc.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, and able to deal effectively with the public.
- High level proficiency using AutoCAD.
- Experience playing a lead role in multi-phased projects related to parks construction.
- Experience in preparing designs, specifications, reports, tenders, requests for proposals.
- Working knowledge of landscape planning processes and policies including Municipal Act, Zoning By-laws, AODA.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
- Working knowledge of the development review process will be considered an asset.
- Project management courses, certificate and/or experience is considered an asset.
- Canadian Certified Playground Inspector certification considered an asset.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
What we offer
- Salary: $95,557 to $116,150 - Grade 6 of the 2026 Non-Affiliated Salary Administration Program.
- A comprehensive benefits and pension program to ensure that your total compensation package addresses both your work and life needs.
- This position is currently eligible for a flexible work arrangement option. Further details on this program will be discussed through the selection process.
- Hours of work: 35 hours per week
Additional Information
A satisfactory criminal record check and proof of qualifications will be required for the successful candidate.
Pre-employment testing may consist of written and oral assessments.
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted until March 19, 2026, at 11:59pm.
To learn more about employment with the Municipality of Clarington and to apply for this exciting and challenging opportunity, visit: www.clarington.net/careers.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Our Commitment to Equity
The Municipality of Clarington is a progressive and inclusive employer committed to equity, diversity, and creating a respectful and barrier-free workplace.
Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. To request support or accessible formats, please contact the Human Resources Division at careers@clarington.net.
Privacy
Applicant information is collected under the authority of Section 11 of the Municipal Act, 2001 for the purpose of evaluating the applicant. Questions about this collection can be directed to Human Resources at careers@clarington.net.
