Job Description
Join Washington State's urgent initiative to reshape transportation policy in the Puget Sound region. We seek a dynamic Transportation Policy Specialist to drive critical infrastructure projects and community engagement initiatives. This high-impact role requires strategic thinkers passionate about sustainable urban mobility and equitable development.
Responsibilities
- Analyze legislative impacts on transportation funding and infrastructure projects
- Develop policy recommendations for multimodal transit systems
- Coordinate with local governments and community stakeholders
- Prepare comprehensive reports for legislative committees
- Monitor federal/state compliance for transportation regulations
- Lead public outreach campaigns for major infrastructure projects
- Manage policy implementation timelines and budget allocations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Urban Planning, or related field
- 5+ years in transportation policy or government affairs
- Expert knowledge of WA state transportation codes
- Advanced proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Proven experience in stakeholder engagement strategies
- Strong analytical writing and presentation skills
- Valid Washington State driver's license