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King County Department of Local Services, Permitting Division Principal Planner (Project/Program Manager IV) in Renton, Washington
SUMMARY
The Permitting Division of the Department of Local Services (DLS) is accepting applications for the career-service position of Principal Planner (Project/Program Manager IV). This role will serve as a technical subject matter expert on the administration and application of King County's land use related development permit regulations. The Principal Planner is responsible for a variety of programs and activities mandated or delegated by state and local regulations. This position requires substantial skills in the areas of application project management, customer relations, collaboration, leadership, and the training of technical review staff. This person will exercise considerable judgment, independence, and initiative in making recommendations to the Department of Local Services -- Permitting Division leadership.
About the Department of Local Services: King County is the local service provider for the roughly one quarter-million people who live in the unincorporated areas of the county; collectively, these communities would be the second largest city in the state. The Department of Local Services includes a Director's Office, and the Road Services and Permitting Divisions. Together, this department provides a single executive point of accountability for delivering local services to all unincorporated areas.* *
To learn more about the Permitting Division please visit our website at King County Permits{rel="nofollow"}*. *
Our commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: The Department of Local Services is deeply dedicated to fostering equity, racial and social justice{rel="nofollow"} in every aspect of our work. Our commitment to "True North{rel="nofollow"}" values which ensures every person has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential and forms the core of our mission and purpose. 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.
JOB DUTIES
Applying equity, racial and social justice principles{rel="nofollow"} is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.
To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to:
Assure that permits or approvals administered by the Permitting Division meet applicable King County codes for land use, clearing, grading, drainage, critical areas, zoning, state and county environmental procedures and the permit processing procedures of King County Code Title 20.
Supervise and lead other planning staff, assign duties and reviews, and support the team of planners in performing their duties.
Provide technical oversight and guidance to Permitting staff in the administration of land use, zoning, environmental, and related development regulations.
Supervise and monitor the work of Planner's in their performance and revi