Strategic Business Planning Program Manager

Some of what you'll be doing:

As the Strategic Business Planning Program Manager (SBPPM), you will assist and collaborate with the Manager of Strategic Business Planning Initiatives (MSBP) in leading Port-wide strategic planning, goal alignment, Key Performance Indicator (KPI) development, and exploration of potential disruption to Port-related industries and operations.

• You will support Strategic Initiatives and the MSBP in facilitating realignments and improvements to goal setting and business planning processes.
• You will support the MSBP in their capacity as a strategic advisor to business divisions.
• You will assist in the development of Port-wide Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT) analyses, strategic planning cadences, and deliver courses in strategic planning.
• You will work with the MSBP on the creation of and updates to the Annual Planning and Reporting documents associated with the Century Agenda.
• You will plan and coordinate events hosted by the Port or Strategic Initiatives, including quarterly disruption events that explore potential disruptions to Port operations or to Port-related industries.
• You will collect data and narratives for editing and eventual publication in annual reporting and planning documents, including memos to the Executive Director and Commission.
• You will conduct landscape analysis of regional and global technological advances that may influence Port business and create meaningful documents for presentation to Port Leadership to inform business planning.
• You will assist in delivering strategic planning classes and may be called upon to create classes or coursework.

• Experienced – You have five (5) years of experience in facilitation, research, and strategic planning with different organizational levels.
• Desired – We hope you have a Bachelor of Arts or Sciences in Business, Public Policy, or Public Administration (preferred, not required).
• 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.
• Analytical – You have strong qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills. You thrive in an environment where goals and tactics may change frequently.
• Excellent Communicator – You have strong written and verbal communication skills, including writing, editing and copyediting various types of documents.
• Articulate – You have strong presentation, interpersonal, and research skills.
• Detail-Oriented – You can effectively multitask and demonstrate strong attention to detail.

• 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.
• 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  upon clearance.

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…