Architect, Architect ​/ Sr. Architect

Final date to receive applications: 3/13/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

Employment
-00991

Position:
Architect, Pay Grade 16

Salary: $4,356.96 - $6,535.44 Monthly

Employment Type:

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Location:

500 Mero Street, 5th Floor, Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Hiring Agency:
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks

The Commonwealth of Kentucky offers diverse career opportunities across various fields, enabling employees to grow, learn, lead, and serve within their communities. With on‑the‑job training, professional development courses, and opportunities to advance, employees can achieve their career goals while contributing to meaningful public service. As the largest employer in the state, the Commonwealth provides a variety of positions for individuals with different educational and professional backgrounds, including full‑time, part‑time, temporary, and seasonal roles.

Joining the Commonwealth means becoming a part of a supportive community dedicated to making a lasting impact.

This is a full‑time, on‑site, licensed architect role with the KY Department of Parks based in Frankfort. The licensed architect will be responsible for reviewing designs, plans, and overseeing architectural projects, ensuring they meet required standards. The role includes reviewing architectural designs, collaborating with internal and external design teams to ensure park project design goals are met, managing workflows, and ensuring project completion on time and within budget.

This hands‑on role requires effective communication and collaboration with various stakeholders to deliver high‑quality architectural solutions.

• Proficiency in architecture and architectural design, including knowledge of building codes, standards, and construction methodologies
• Experience in relevant software appropriate to the profession and integration as it applies to modern architectural practices
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead and manage teams to meet project objectives effectively
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Current architectural license and relevant professional experience
• A strong commitment to sustainability and innovative design solutions
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams

See Special Requirements.

Must be licensed as an architect by the Kentucky Board of Architects. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.

Work is performed in the office and in the field. Employees will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites, requiring adherence to safety procedures.

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Michael Hammond mond or .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D