This position manages and participates in advanced, highly complex professional planning activities, including the development and implementation of studies, plans, policies and projects. Under the general supervision of the Deputy City Administrator, the Senior Transportation Planner’s primary function is to improve the City’s street and transportation systems. The incumbent performs all necessary functions in support of the Transportation Advisory Board and serves as a liaison for internal departments and outside agencies regarding transportation issues and projects. The Senior Transportation Planner leads transportation planning projects—including the anticipated new light rail station– by formulating and defining program/project scope, performing research and analysis, preparing reports, and providing options and recommendations to internal staff, political bodies, and other interest groups and communities. Work at this level requires a high level of technical expertise, strategic thinking in developing and implementing major projects/programs, and significant ability to strategically and clearly communicate complicated concepts to political or community groups in highly charged settings.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This position manages and participates in advanced, highly complex professional planning activities, including the development and implementation of studies, plans, policies and projects. Under the general supervision of the Deputy City Administrator, the Senior Transportation Planner’s primary function is to improve the City’s street and transportation systems. The incumbent performs all necessary functions in support of the Transportation Advisory Board and serves as a liaison for internal departments and outside agencies regarding transportation issues and projects. The Senior Transportation Planner leads transportation planning projects—including the anticipated new light rail station– by formulating and defining program/project scope, performing research and analysis, preparing reports, and providing options and recommendations to internal staff, political bodies, and other interest groups and communities. Work at this level requires a high level of technical expertise, strategic thinking in developing and implementing major projects/programs, and significant ability to strategically and clearly communicate complicated concepts to political or community groups in highly charged settings.
Supervision Received and Exercised:
- May provide direction to positions assigned to the Engineer series, the Planner series, or other positions in the Public Works Engineering Department.
- May directly supervise one or more planning, engineering, or other staff.
- General supervision is provided by the Deputy City Administrator.
Equity Statement:
The City of Issaquah strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations.
