Grants Planning and Strategy Manager; Strategic Planning Manager

this position is only open to current king county employees.

king county road services division, strategic business operations section (sbos) is looking for a grants planning and strategy manager (strategic planning manager i) to join our dynamic division! Our successful candidate will provide management and direction for road services division staff responsible for strategic planning, grants administration, and transportation planning. This position will facilitate the development and administration of the division’s long‑term strategic, business, and transportation planning, and the division’s grants program.

the department of local services is deeply dedicated to fostering equity, racial and social justice in every aspect of our work. Our pledge is to cultivate, embrace, and celebrate the distinct experiences, viewpoints, and perspectives of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Through this work, we dismantle systemic barriers, address inequities, and actively confront prejudices and biases. We acknowledge this journey is ongoing, and we remain steadfast in our efforts to create a positive impact for our employees and communities alike.

• supervise a diverse technical and professional group that is comprised of transportation planners and project/program managers.
• responsibly direct and lead strategic planning for complex projects, ensuring work complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and county policies.
• contribute to a work environment that embraces and encourages diversity; where differences are valued by demonstrating behaviors that include fairness, respect and inclusiveness.
• build and nurture trust and rapport with various staff groups across business lines to understand their strengths and challenges and ensure smooth progress of programs and projects.
• support the development and delivery of documentation and reporting of performance measures, key indicators, quality assurance, and improvement measures across the division.
• develop, manage and/or assist with the development of the road services division annual business plan.
• develop, manage and/or assist with the preparation of planning studies; review complex technical reports and make recommendations.
• oversee and assist with the preparation of grant applications and devise strategies to secure new grants.
• facilitate staff development and growth through training and mentoring initiatives that fosters a collaborative work environment capable of effectively adapting to change.
• analyze legal, technical, financial, political, and other related aspects of assigned projects. Formulate and develop recommendations and/or legislation based on issues analysis and input from both internal and external customers and the community.
• perform other duties as assigned.

• serve with integrity.
• show initiative and work hard.
• prioritize outcomes over optics.
• center those most impacted and put “boots on the ground.”
• solve problems with a “yes, and” mindset.
• work as one, adaptable, mission‑driven team.

• minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic planning and development and/or operational planning, transportation planning, public administration, or government affairs.
• experience supervising staff, developing, and implementing work plans, and evaluating staff performance.
• knowledge of transportation planning, grants administration, budget development, and business planning.
• exceptional analytical, communication, writing, and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of participants, from staff to community partners, including making formal presentations to groups and committees.
• a proven record of translating policy into measurable results.
• strong organizational, time management and planning skills while also demonstrating skills in making timely quality decisions.
• strong problem‑solving, conflict resolution, negotiating and decision making.
• experience managing and leading multi‑discipline work teams; skill in working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• building partnerships and working…