Planning Division Lead – Policy & Development

City of Bothell; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bothell seeks a Planning Manager to lead its Planning Division, guiding current and long-range planning to deliver policy-driven development services. The role serves as a technical leader for complex proposals and will drive process improvements and collaborative culture within the division.

The successful candidate will build partnerships with staff, stakeholders, and the community to support thoughtful growth and exceptional public service, with initial onsite work and potential

Responsibilities

• Direct and administer the operations of the Planning Division, overseeing current planning (development review) and long-range planning functions as assigned.
• Ensures development review services are delivered efficiently, consistently, and in alignment with broader planning policy objectives.
• Serve as the technical authority for complex, high-profile, and sensitive development proposals, providing guidance on code interpretation and regulatory decision-making.
• Identify policy gaps, procedural inefficiencies, and code-related issues through the development review process, leading targeted updates to improve clarity, consistency, and effectiveness.
• Communicate complex planning, development, and regulatory matters effectively to diverse audiences, including staff, applicants, stakeholders, elected officials, and the public.
• Promote a responsive, solution-oriented approach to customer service while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, City policies, and established procedures.

Job description

The City of Bothell seeks a Planning Manager to lead its Planning Division, guiding current and long-range planning to deliver policy-driven development services. The role serves as a technical leader for complex proposals and will drive process improvements and collaborative culture within the division.

The successful candidate will build partnerships with staff, stakeholders, and the community to support thoughtful growth and exceptional public service, with initial onsite work and potential