What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Transportation Planner position at Seattle Department of Transportation?
Position Description
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!
SDOT is excited to offer a dynamic opportunity as an Associate Transportation Planner under the city's classification of (Transportation Planner, Associate) with our Project Development Division, supporting the Bike & Community Projects team. In this impactful role, you will be a key contributor to the Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership Projects Program, helping to equitably gather, review, and build community-requested transportation improvements. You will participate in the planning, scope development, and conceptual design of neighborhood transportation projects such as new sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, safety improvements, and public space enhancements. This position will also support the planning and development of public bike parking, bike spot improvements, and other bike safety projects. Are you interested in making lasting impacts on our city’s transportation infrastructure? If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and want to help us create safer, more connected neighborhoods for people of all ages and abilities, we want you on our team. Join us at SDOT and help keep Seattle moving! This position reports to the Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership Projects Program Manager.
Job Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning.
Experience: Requires a minimum of two years of Transportation Planning or Development experience.
OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position's duties.
Though not requirements, strong candidates will have some of the following experience or can describe comparable experience:
Work is typically performed in a hybrid work environment in which a minimum of 3 days of the work is completed in a City office, and 2 days of the work is completed remotely in a regular 40-hour work week.
Additional Information
Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.
Hiring Process
Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The City’s full salary range for this position is $ 52.13 - $ 60.71 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 at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.
http://www.seattle.gov/jobs
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Applications May Be Filed Online At
Job #2025 - 00516
If you are unable to apply on-line you may submit a paper application by the closing date to our office.
Our Office Is Located At
Seattle Municipal Tower
700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500
Seattle, WA 98104
Careers@seattle.gov
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. The Department encourages 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 On Request.
The City is a Drug Free Workplace.
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!
SDOT is excited to offer a dynamic opportunity as an Associate Transportation Planner under the city's classification of (Transportation Planner, Associate) with our Project Development Division, supporting the Bike & Community Projects team. In this impactful role, you will be a key contributor to the Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership Projects Program, helping to equitably gather, review, and build community-requested transportation improvements. You will participate in the planning, scope development, and conceptual design of neighborhood transportation projects such as new sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, safety improvements, and public space enhancements. This position will also support the planning and development of public bike parking, bike spot improvements, and other bike safety projects. Are you interested in making lasting impacts on our city’s transportation infrastructure? If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and want to help us create safer, more connected neighborhoods for people of all ages and abilities, we want you on our team. Join us at SDOT and help keep Seattle moving! This position reports to the Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership Projects Program Manager.
Job Responsibilities
- Participates in the equitable selection, planning, scope development, conceptual design, and outreach for community-requested transportation priorities such as new sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, safety improvements, and public space enhancements.
- Serves as project developer for assigned Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership and bicycle projects and prepares 0-30% project development deliverables for capital projects, including gaining an approved project scope, schedule, and budget.
- Coordinates with internal stakeholders by using the Complete Streets Checklist to identify opportunities and conflicts with SDOT-delivered projects and transportation operations.
- Tracks projects through all design and construction phases and serves as project champion to ensure project designs adhere to the original project intent and budget.
- Provides excellent communication to the Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership Projects Lead by identifying projects with complex design elements or public outreach needs and providing regular project status updates regarding scope, schedule, and budget.
- Employs a working knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of transportation planning with an emphasis on walking, biking, and rolling.
- Collects and analyzes traffic data in the field and in the office, including traffic volumes and speeds, pedestrian counts, student travel patterns, and collision history, to identify patterns and problems and recommend solutions when developing Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership Projects.
- Actively support the department’s goals for diversity and social justice, in line with the City’s Race and Social.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning.
Experience: Requires a minimum of two years of Transportation Planning or Development experience.
OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position's duties.
Though not requirements, strong candidates will have some of the following experience or can describe comparable experience:
- Compelling and engaging written and verbal communication skills and experience supporting public involvement processes.
- Collaboration and relationship building.
- Attention to detail, organization, and the ability to actively manage multiple processes.
- Ability to work effectively and productively in a hybrid work environment.
- Proven track record of effectively attending, participating, and presenting at public meetings, public outreach, and community events.
Work is typically performed in a hybrid work environment in which a minimum of 3 days of the work is completed in a City office, and 2 days of the work is completed remotely in a regular 40-hour work week.
Additional Information
Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.
Hiring Process
Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:
- Completed NEOGOV online application.
- Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
- Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.
- Supplemental questionnaire responses.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The City’s full salary range for this position is $ 52.13 - $ 60.71 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 at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.
http://www.seattle.gov/jobs
ZB
Applications May Be Filed Online At
Job #2025 - 00516
If you are unable to apply on-line you may submit a paper application by the closing date to our office.
Our Office Is Located At
Seattle Municipal Tower
700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500
Seattle, WA 98104
Careers@seattle.gov
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. The Department encourages 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 On Request.
The City is a Drug Free Workplace.
Salary : $52 - $61
