Mayor Katie Wilson is recruiting for a Transportation Planner to join the Seattle Design Commission. The initial two-year term will begin March 2027. You will also be eligible for a second two-year term. We are looking for a transportation planner that is passionate about elevating the design of City capital projects (parks, community centers, fire stations, etc.), Sound Transit light rail investments, and projects seeking long-term or permanent use of a street or alley. Experience in publicly funded development, policy, or plans is preferred.
Established in 1968, the Seattle Design Commission advises City officials on design excellence in City funded capital improvement projects, in the City right-of-way, or constructed with City funds. The Commission also advises the Mayor, City Council, and City departments on projects or policies that impact Seattle’s public realm. You can see the scope of our work on the Design Commission website.
The Seattle Design Commission is comprised of 10 design professionals including architects, engineers, and designers. Commissioners provide recommendations to project managers and design teams that develop project designs. Commissioners align their meetings and work around collaborative and constructive recommendations that will elevate design outcomes.
During the term as a Commissioner, Commissioners may not contract with the City on any capital project that would be reviewed by the Commission. Commissioners spend approximately 10 hours a month in Commission meetings, held during the day on the first and third Thursdays of the month.
To be considered, please transmit a resume and letter of interest by November 23, 2026 to Mayor Katie Wilson, c/o Michael Jenkins, Executive Director, Seattle Design Commission. All documents can be sent by email to SDC_Administration@seattle.gov.