Manager, Strategic Business Planning Initiatives

Manager, Strategic Business Planning Initiatives

Organization

: Office of Strategic Initiative

Employee Status

: Regular

Schedule

: Full-time

Minimum Salary

: 152,371.00     

Maximum Salary

: 206,148.00   

Salary offers will be made within the posted range. Placement within the range will be determined based on your similar work experience. The Port considers work experience to be similar if the scope and level of responsibility of your prior positions match the job being offered.

Location: WA-Seattle

Job Description:

Some of what you'll be doing:

As the Manager, Strategic Business Planning Initiatives, you will play a crucial role in the establishing, monitoring, and communicating of Port-wide and Division annual and long-range goals and business plans. You will also lead the Port's efforts to advance strategic planning and reporting, working with divisions and workgroups to support effective business planning.

• You will coach, mentor, and train staff and provide continuous performance management and conduct employee performance evaluations. You will also address performance and/or behavior issues, clarify expectations and provide feedback. 
• You will lead development of Port-wide, and division annual goals and long-range goals tied to the Century Agenda and Executive Director Priorities. 
• You will lead the establishment and reporting of executives' and senior managers’ key performance indicators. 
• You will lead and manage interface and support operating divisions/Centers of Expertise by facilitating improvements to goal-setting, alignment, when necessary, business planning processes, and Strength Weakness Opportunity Threats (SWOT) analysis. 
• You will lead meetings with departments and divisions to ensure uniform comprehension and execution of any realignments or changes based on directives from the Executive Director, Executive Leadership Team (ELT), Commission or other Port leadership. 
• You will participate in externally led strategic planning initiatives as a trusted adviser to maintain continuity across programs.
• You will lead executives and senior managers in the development of divisional annual business plans and effective key performance indicators.
• You will lead strategic analysis projects as needed to support evaluation of opportunities and threats including projects that can evolve year to year and cover emerging needs across the organization such as technology disruption, resiliency analysis and issues related to evolving opportunities.
• You will lead the development and production of external and internal print and electronic communication about Port-wide annual goals, Executive Director Priorities, annual division business plans, long range plans, and the Port’s Century Agenda.
• You will evaluate and develop training curriculum to support strategic business planning efforts on an individual and group level.

Who you are:

• Experienced – You have five (5) years of experience providing strategic planning support to executive level staff and two (2) years of supervisory/lead/mentor experience including leading a project or process.
• Desired – We hope you have experience strategic planning in a public agency. 
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work.  At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Strategic Leader – You have a strong expertise in the design and implementation systems and processes of guiding stakeholders through complex frameworks to deliver timely outcomes.  You can also build consensus and secure buy-in to enable transformational change. 
• Effective Communicator - You can communicate complex or controversial information persuasively—both in speech and writing—to gain support and alignment. You can also navigate conflicting opinions, interests, and high-stakes stakeholder environments to find practical, acceptable solutions that advance shared goals.
• Relationship Builder - You build and sustain strong, trusting relationships with stakeholders at all levels by demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism. You collaborate effectively across teams to achieve shared goals and proactively engage with diverse perspectives, manage sensitive issues with discretion, and foster inclusive partnerships that support long-term success.
• Project/Program Management - You plan, lead, and deliver complex projects and programs that align with strategic objectives and provide measurable value. You coordinate cross-functional teams, monitor performance, and adapt to changing priorities to ensure outcomes are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard. You engage stakeholders throughout the process, ensuring transparency, accountability, and shared ownership of results.

What else you need to know: 

• Driver’s License – You will need a valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one, is required in order to travel locally to project sites.
• Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work any and all assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays. You may be required to work during emergencies.
• Work Environment – You will primarily work in an office environment.
• Work Environment - This work will take place in a hybrid/in-office setting at Management’s discretion.
• Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.

Why you'll love it here: 

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “Collective Bargaining Agreement” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.

• Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
• Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.