Transportation and Development Manager
Apply NowCompany: City of Richland, WA
Location: Richland, WA 99352
Description:
Salary : $108,035.20 - $151,236.80 Annually
Location : City Hall: 625 Swift Blvd - Richland, WA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time (Exempt)
Job Number: 2024-00090
Department: Public Works
Division: Public Works Admin & Engineer
Opening Date: 01/15/2025
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 7000
General Summary
The City of Richland is seeking a Transportation & Development Manager for this thriving city of 64,706 in southeastern Washington located at the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima Rivers. Richland is known for its friendly community, low cost of living, abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, and 300+ days of sunshine each year. The City serves a population of 64,706 across 40 square miles with a budget of $358 million and a team of 591 FTEs.
THE TRANSPORTATION & DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Reporting to the Public Works Director, the Transportation & Development Manager plays an integral role in the City and Public Works Department in terms of development and ensuring consistency with long-range plans, policies, and regulations. Beyond Public Works, the position works closely with public safety, risk management, and development services on specific projects and initiatives. Direct reports include the Streets Maintenance Supervisor, Traffic Engineer, Civil Engineer I (permitting), Engineering Technician IV (permitting), and City Surveyor, and two Engineering Technicians II.
WHY APPLY
This is an exciting career opportunity for an experienced transportation professional looking to broaden their skillset to include street operations, project management, long-range planning, development services, and collaboration across multiple disciplines. Under the leadership of City Manager Jon Amundson, the City is well-managed with a focus on customer service and led by an experienced team of department directors. Richland Public Works is a well-coordinated department which places a high emphasis on teamwork and service to the public. The Transportation and Development Manager is an integral part of the Public Works leadership group and a highly valued member of the City's leadership team.
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Minimum Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree with coursework in civil engineering or related field, and six (6) or more years of experience in engineering design, including two (2) years in a supervisory role, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental Information
Interested candidates should visit the links below to view more information and to apply. First review of candidates will be February 16, 2025:
Target Hiring Range is: $108,035 - $129,625 Annually with Full Salary Range of $108,035 - $151,236 Annually.
The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a comprehensive background check commensurate to the position.
Summary of City of Richland benefits for unaffiliated staff (non-represented employees):
Note: Unaffiliated staff (non-union employees) may receive some or all of the benefits listed below based on the Compensation Plan For Unaffiliated Employees (Comp Plan) with the City; consult the Comp Plan for specific information about position benefits.
Regular Full-Time (35 to 40 hr/week) Employee Benefits
Must meet eligibility requirements
Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
Regular Full-Time (40hr) Accrual Rates. (The accrual rates for full time (30-34hr) and part-time positions is pro-rated based upon the position's budgeted hours.)
Years of Continuous Service / Maximum Hours Per Month
0 months through 6 months / 13.33 hours per month
6 months through 9 years / 20.33 hours per month
10 years through 15 years / 22.33 hours per month
16 years through 20 years / 24.33 hours per month
Over 20 years / 26.33 hours per month
Location : City Hall: 625 Swift Blvd - Richland, WA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time (Exempt)
Job Number: 2024-00090
Department: Public Works
Division: Public Works Admin & Engineer
Opening Date: 01/15/2025
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 7000
General Summary
The City of Richland is seeking a Transportation & Development Manager for this thriving city of 64,706 in southeastern Washington located at the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima Rivers. Richland is known for its friendly community, low cost of living, abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, and 300+ days of sunshine each year. The City serves a population of 64,706 across 40 square miles with a budget of $358 million and a team of 591 FTEs.
THE TRANSPORTATION & DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Reporting to the Public Works Director, the Transportation & Development Manager plays an integral role in the City and Public Works Department in terms of development and ensuring consistency with long-range plans, policies, and regulations. Beyond Public Works, the position works closely with public safety, risk management, and development services on specific projects and initiatives. Direct reports include the Streets Maintenance Supervisor, Traffic Engineer, Civil Engineer I (permitting), Engineering Technician IV (permitting), and City Surveyor, and two Engineering Technicians II.
WHY APPLY
This is an exciting career opportunity for an experienced transportation professional looking to broaden their skillset to include street operations, project management, long-range planning, development services, and collaboration across multiple disciplines. Under the leadership of City Manager Jon Amundson, the City is well-managed with a focus on customer service and led by an experienced team of department directors. Richland Public Works is a well-coordinated department which places a high emphasis on teamwork and service to the public. The Transportation and Development Manager is an integral part of the Public Works leadership group and a highly valued member of the City's leadership team.
Click here to view the complete job description to include essential functions and working conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Washington State Professional Engineer's License upon hire and maintain throughout employment. Out of State applicants must have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date.
- Valid driver's license.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree with coursework in civil engineering or related field, and six (6) or more years of experience in engineering design, including two (2) years in a supervisory role, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental Information
Interested candidates should visit the links below to view more information and to apply. First review of candidates will be February 16, 2025:
Target Hiring Range is: $108,035 - $129,625 Annually with Full Salary Range of $108,035 - $151,236 Annually.
The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a comprehensive background check commensurate to the position.
Summary of City of Richland benefits for unaffiliated staff (non-represented employees):
Note: Unaffiliated staff (non-union employees) may receive some or all of the benefits listed below based on the Compensation Plan For Unaffiliated Employees (Comp Plan) with the City; consult the Comp Plan for specific information about position benefits.
Regular Full-Time (35 to 40 hr/week) Employee Benefits
- Excellent open access (preferred provider) medical plan with substantial City-paid contribution
- City-paid dental and vision plans
- City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employee's annual salary)
- City-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 4% City-match deferred compensation with 457 and 401(a) plan options
- Senior Management Level = additional 4% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
- Management Level = additional 3% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
- Supervisors or Exempt Level = additional 1% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
- Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
- Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
- City Paid and Employee Paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Annual Performance Assessment System
- Essential Plan health coverage (High Deductible PPO Plan)
- City pays 50% of the premium for Employee & Child/dren only, Employee pays 100% of Spouse premium
- Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holiday Leave
- 4% City-match deferred compensation; 457 and 401 (a) Plan options
- Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
- Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
- Annual Performance Assessment System
- Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holiday Leave
- 4% City-match deferred compensation; 457 and 401 (a) Plan options
- Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
- Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
- Annual Performance Assessment System
Must meet eligibility requirements
- Essential Plan health coverage (High Deductible PPO Plan)
Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
Regular Full-Time (40hr) Accrual Rates. (The accrual rates for full time (30-34hr) and part-time positions is pro-rated based upon the position's budgeted hours.)
Years of Continuous Service / Maximum Hours Per Month
0 months through 6 months / 13.33 hours per month
6 months through 9 years / 20.33 hours per month
10 years through 15 years / 22.33 hours per month
16 years through 20 years / 24.33 hours per month
Over 20 years / 26.33 hours per month