Senior Transportation Planner

Join us in shaping Seattle’s streets At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we don’t just move people—we connect communities, build safer streets, and create a more sustainable city. With a bold vision for the future, we’re tackling big challenges: making travel safer, cutting carbon emissions, and ensuring reliable, affordable transportation for everyone—no matter who they are or where they live. Seattle is growing fast, and we’re growing with it. Thanks to a historic voter-approved $1.55 billion investment in transportation in 2024, we’re building sidewalks, fixing bridges, and improving transit connections to keep our city moving. We’re a team of problem solvers, planners, engineers, communicators, and field crews—bringing purpose-driven work to life. Now, we need passionate, innovative talent like you. Let’s build a Seattle that works for everyone—together Are you interested in making an impact on the design and planning of the City of Seattle’s bike network? Position Overview SDOT is seeking a seasoned transportation planner to fill a full-time Senior Transportation Planner – Bike Program position within the Project Development Division. This role will shape the city’s bike network through high-impact projects identified by voters as part of the 2024 Seattle Transportation Levy. The ideal candidate will bring broad expertise in urban and transportation planning, a commitment to equity, sustainability, and safety, and a proven ability to lead complex, multi‑stakeholder efforts to plan and design new and upgraded bike facilities around Seattle. Key Responsibilities Manage programs associated with the Bike+ Element of the Seattle Transportation Plan, including strategic bike network planning, program budgeting, public engagement, and project prioritization and reporting. Accountability for delivering bicycle safety projects prioritized by collision frequency, severity, geographic equity (assessed through Race and Social Justice Initiative metrics), and guidance from the 2024 Seattle Transportation Plan and 2017 Trails Upgrade Plan. Track funding allocation and bike project prioritization to ensure equitable distribution of levy resources as projects are developed and scoped. Supervise and train staff; serve as a technical expert for complex transportation studies; provide technical and policy guidance to staff, department personnel, other departments, and agencies, leading decision‑making processes to resolve conflicts and move projects forward. Develop and execute public involvement plans; respond to customer and citizen inquiries; evaluate requests. Deliver presentations and project information to the general public, department leadership, and elected officials. Represent the Department at a wide range of forums, events, and task force meetings. Conduct post‑project evaluations. Support department goals in promoting diversity and social justice. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field. Minimum of three (3) years of transportation planning or development experience. Preferred: Master’s Degree in Engineering, Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field. Experience with biking and bikeway design. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification. Experience interacting with elected officials, bike advocates, project stakeholders, and city leadership on complex public projects. Knowledge of AutoCAD or similar Computer Aided DesignFamiliarity with City of Seattle, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), and National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) pedestrian and bicycle design standards. Work Environment / Physical Demands Hybrid work environment: minimum 3 days in a City office and 2 days remotely (40‑hour week). Field work in various weather conditions; public meetings, including after‑hours. Valid Washington State driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility. Hiring Process Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following: Completed NEOGOV online application. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the job responsibilities and qualifications. Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education. Supplemental questionnaire responses. Job offer is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process and may include a criminal history background check. Additional Information The full salary range for this position is $58.45 – $67.95 per hour. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package, including vacation, holiday, and sick leave, as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City’s website. Who May Apply This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided upon request. The City is a Drug Free Workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr