The Community Development Department is looking for a creative and collaborative individual to be its next Planner! In this role, you will advance the Department’s growing portfolio of long-range planning projects in one of the fastest-growing cities in the State of Washington. You will work in a supportive and creative team environment to help implement the community’s vision of a walkable, livable, affordable, and sustainable city. You will assist developers and the public with zoning regulations, collaborate with commissions and regional partners, and help verify compliance with State, Federal, and City land use policies and regulations.
What will you do in this position?
- Support the implementation of the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
- Assist with the scoping and implementation of strategic housing, climate, and resilience initiatives.
- Help steward revisions to zoning code and development regulations.
- Utilize the ArcGIS software.
A successful candidate in this position will:
- Facilitate clear and efficient communication of information and ideas through diverse communication channels.
- Streamline work processes and adeptly coordinate and collaborate with your team.
- Evaluate and prioritize various tasks, projects, and demands.
- Work together with the Bothell community and city departments to cultivate strong and successful partnerships.
- Have interest or eligibility for certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
About City of Bothell:
- The City is comprised of 13.6 square miles within both King and Snohomish Counties and is home to 51,760 people (2025). This figure is projected to grow to nearly 75,000 over the next 20 years in tandem with Bothell’s increasingly vibrant downtown and life sciences employment cluster near the I-405 corridor.
- Learn more about the City’s Comprehensive Plan
- Bothell’s City Council 2040 Vision and Strategic Priorities
To read the full job description and review the minimum qualifications, click here.
