Salary : $133,012.47 - $169,104.65 Annually
Location : City Hall: 18415 101st Ave. NE, Bothell, WA
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 26-00258
Department: Community Development
Division: Planning
Opening Date: 06/23/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Description Please note: Application may not be accepted if it is incomplete. Adding your resume and/or cover letter in lieu of the application may not be accepted as well.
The City of Bothell is seeking a
Planning Manager to lead its Planning Division. This position oversees current and long-range planning activities, provides technical leadership on complex development projects, and advances the City's planning goals through effective policy implementation, development review, and customer-focused service.
Recruitment information:- First review will happen Tuesday, July 7th 5:00 pm
- Typical schedule will be a 5/8s schedule, with a preferred start time of 8:00 am.
- Note: This role will initially be onsite for up to the first six months with the potential opportunity to transition to a hybrid schedule.
What will you do in this position?- 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.
- Demonstrate and foster the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability, contributing to a positive, collaborative, and high-performing work environment.
- Serve as the technical authority for complex, high-profile, and sensitive development proposals, providing guidance on code interpretation, approval conditions, 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.
A successful candidate in this position will:- Communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally across a variety of settings.
- Provide clear direction, fosters accountability, develops staff, and creates a positive, collaborative, and high-performing work environment.
- Maintain objectivity and sound judgment when analyzing complex information.
- Contribute to group success by sharing knowledge, resources, and responsibility.
- Demonstrate honesty and transparency in all actions and communications.
- Adapt to change with flexibility and a commitment to inclusive practices.
- Uphold high standards of service in support of organizational and community goals.
To read the full job description and review the minimum qualifications, .
Why Bothell?
Bothell offers a career-enriching opportunity to apply your skills and experience in a way that has a positive effect on the community. We encourage professional growth and for employees to "think outside the box". We value work-life balance and provide paid vacation and sick leave benefits.
We offer ample time off including 11 paid holidays as well as 2 personal holidays. As an employee, you have access to a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision for you and your family. We also offer life and disability insurance, state pension membership and deferred compensation for retirement. Commute trip reduction, alternative work schedules, flexible work environment, and hybrid work options are available when appropriate. The City of Bothell creates an environment that supports wellness practices which enhance the quality of life for City employees, and encourage and incentivize participation in an employee wellness program. As a result, the City is a recipient of the Association of Washington Cities WellCity Award.
For a general listing of City of Bothell's benefits, click on the following link:
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How many years of experience do you have in community planning programs?
- Less than 2 years
- More than 2 years, but less than 4 years
- More than 4 years, but less than 6 years
- More than 6 years, but less than 8 years
- More than 8 years
02
Please indicate your years of supervisory experience.
- No Supervisory experience
- Less than 1 year
- More than 1 year, but less than 2 years
- More than 2 years, but less than 3 years
- More than 3 years, but less than 4 years
- No formal supervisory experience, but have held roles involving mentoring or training staff for more than 2 years.
03
Are you certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)?
- Yes, I am certified by AICP.
- No, I am NOT certified by AICP.
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I certify that all statements above are true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false statements will be sufficient cause for removal from the hiring process and/or termination.
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