Director, Affordable Housing Policy & Planning

City of Seattle; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Seattle is seeking a Director of Policy & Planning to provide strategic leadership for the Office of Housing, guiding policy analysis, data evaluation, and program development. You will champion equity and RSJI goals while overseeing policy concepts through full implementation and reporting.

Applicants should have extensive experience in housing policy, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with City Council and external partners in a hybrid in-office setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading housing policy initiatives.
• Experience managing data analyses for housing programs.
• Experience engaging with City Council and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of four Strategic Advisors and two Data Analysts; organize, plan, prioritize, and assign work.
• Collaborate with external agencies and internal teams; represent OH and provide input on housing policy and investments.
• Develop strategy and content; deliver presentations to Mayor's Office, Council, committees, and partners.

Skills

Leadership

Public speaking

Policy planning

Data analysis

Communication

Strategic thinking

Job description

The City of Seattle is seeking a Director of Policy & Planning to provide strategic leadership for the Office of Housing, guiding policy analysis, data evaluation, and program development. You will champion equity and RSJI goals while overseeing policy concepts through full implementation and reporting.

Applicants should have extensive experience in housing policy, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with City Council and external partners in a hybrid in-office setting.