Transportation Development Review Supervisor

Transportation Development Review Supervisor

Salary

$136,521.93 - $188,368.40 Annually

Location

Bellevue City Hall, 450 110th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA

Job Type

Regular

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

26-00353

Department

Transportation

Division

TR TrafficMgmt DevReview

Opening Date

10/28/2026

Closing Date

11/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NONAFF

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Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Job Summary

The Bellevue Transportation Department is American Public Works Association-Accredited with a professional staff that aspires to our vision of "Keeping Bellevue Moving Forward." With services in planning, operations, review, design, construction, and maintenance, we work with our regional partners to provide a safe multi-modal transportation system for those who live, work, and play in Bellevue.

The City of Bellevue Transportation Department is currently seeking a motivated leader to fill an Engineering Supervisor position to lead on the Development Review team within our Transportation Department. This position leads a team of engineers who perform transportation engineering plan review functions for our multi-modal transportation system and review proposed transportation impacts and mitigations to ensure Bellevue codes and standards are met. The Development Review staff engage with private developers, their engineering consultants, and other work groups and departments within the City of Bellevue and other agencies for permit review and decision-making of proposed transportation infrastructure.

Reporting to the Transportation Development Review Manager, the Engineering Supervisor will provide oversight and guidance in the administration of development projects, including land-use and construction permits. The Engineering Supervisor will also serve on policy and process development teams, which will consist of other supervisors, managers and staff from Development Services, Fire and Utilities Departments. The Transportation Development Review Manager and Engineering Supervisor will work to together to ensure consistency on review, process, and procedures within the Transportation Development Review team.

The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, multicultural, future-focused, high performing City. We offer a robust benefits package, an eco-friendly work environment, and state-of-the-art technology. The city invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. At The City of Bellevue, youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability, and commitment to service and take pride in the work they do. Youll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused are the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. Its what makes The City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees work from the Transportation Development Review team. This includes providing direct supervision to review staff, including ensuring staff have appropriate project understanding, providing technical review support on projects, and providing policy direction to staff
• Mentor, train and develop staff and evaluate performance.
• Oversees the review of development proposals to assure compliance with City policy, procedures, and codes. This includes establishing short- and long-range goals for transportation development review, determining standards for work quality control within the Development Review division, making initial assessments of projects for scope and priority
• Assign permits to staff with the assistance of the Transportation Development Review Manager, oversee and monitor project schedules, and review team communications, such as staff reports and revision requests.
• Ensure technical accuracy of division review work so developer-constructed improvements meet City standards. Once projects are approved for construction, support the construction inspection process and accept the improvements for the city.
• Participate in the Development Services line of business's planning and operational process improvement work, including code updates, to maximize efficiency and effectiveness across multiple divisions and departments. Develop and implement process improvements, including new code updates, for ongoing increased efficiency of division work.
• Represent the Transportation Department at public meetings, hearings and serve as an expert witness on traffic and transportation related elements of land use decision appeals.
• Represent the department and act as a spokesperson on various committees, before the public, project owners, developers, consultants, design teams, elected officials, and commissions.
• Performs complex review work, including reviewing engineering plans for compliance with engineering standards. Act as the licensed Professional Engineer for staff that are not licensed engineers, including reviewing their work and communication with projects and project teams. This includes providing technical directions and supervision of the review work
• Be a team lead and resource for review staff, construction staff, and other teams regarding transportation design, standards, decisions, and policies
• Collaborate with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies.

Supervision Received and Exercised

• Works under the general supervision of the Development Review Engineering Manager.
• Provides direct supervision to a team of engineers and reviewers.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of applicable City, State, and Federal policies, laws, codes, and regulations affecting transportation and development activities.
• Thorough knowledge of transportation engineering practices, principles, and methods as applicable to a municipal setting.
• Considerable knowledge of transportation operations, construction practices, and methods.
• Considerable knowledge of applicable city policies, laws, and regulations affecting department activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, contractors, and the general public, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize, and monitor the work and activities of self and direct reports. This includes setting priorities, established schedules, and deadlines.
• Ability to provide participatory and consultative style of leadership. Provides mentorship, motivation, and constructive performance reviews to staff. Commitment to facilitate individual staff career development, and personal growth goals.
• Ability to use sound judgement under stressful situations. Ability to problem solve and resolve conflicts with a wide variety of stakeholders, make decisions, and develop recommendations.

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or other closely related technical field.
• Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in transportation or traffic engineering and project management. Prior supervisory experience is preferred.
• Any combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge and abilities may be considered.
• Washington State Professional Engineering license is required.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 25 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.

Flexible/Hybrid Working:

A hybrid work schedule is available for this position after an orientation period working in the office after hire. Remote work for this position is subject to departments operational needs and will be discussed with candidates during the selection process. Full-time remote work is not an available option. Once hired, employees must reside in the State of Washington and within reasonable commuting distance to Bellevue City Hall.

This is a full-time, exempt, non-union position.

HIRING PROCESS

The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue, youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or recruiting@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

The City of Bellevue participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

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For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.

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The City of Bellevue offers employees a comprehensive benefits package providing choice, flexibility, and value!

Please Note: Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees are not eligible for the below benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT 2) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan and any other benefits as required by law.

The following summary applies to fully benefited positions:

Medical

Employees are offered a choice of medical coverage through the Citys self-insured Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan or Kaiser Permanente (HMO).

Dental

Employees are offered a choice of two dental carriers with plans that offer regular checkups, x-rays, fillings, and crowns. Orthodontia is available through one of the carriers.

Vision

Employees are offered a choice of vision coverage through an annual exam-only plan or a buy-up plan which includes an annual eye exam and hardware coverage.

Retirement Plans - Employees are offered three retirement plans:

• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS): Mandatory participation (PERS, LEOFF or PSERS), depending upon eligibility.
• City of Bellevue Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT): Optional participation in this 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match contributions that vest on a 3-year schedule.
• Deferred Compensation Program (457 DCP): Optional participation in the supplemental Deferred Compensation Program also administered by DRS that allows tax-deferred savings into a variety of investments options.

Other benefits include:

More detailed information about our employee benefits is available at https://c2mb.ajg.com/cityofbellevue

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Survivor Income
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 11 observed holidays per year plus 2 additional personal holidays, vacation (standard accrual of 12 days a year), and sick leave (accumulated at the rate of one day per month)
• An ORCA Card bus pass
• On-site fitness center, and self service food/coffee options
• Career development and training programs
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Paydays - The City of Bellevue pays employees on the 8th and the 23rd of each month (24 pay periods per year).

Please note: The City of Bellevue does not participate in the Social Security Administration (SSA) program and employees do not earn social security credits. The mandatory DRS retirement pension plan provides the required social security replacement plan.

NOTE: This is a brief summary of the benefit programs for the Citys non-represented employees. Every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Benefits for employees represented by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) may have different benefits. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a CBA, the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.

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APPLICANT NOTICE: Your answers below will be used to review this application. The experience listed here MUST match the work history provided in your application. If your answers do not align, you may edit your application before submitting. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above" in your answers below and we do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application. We need a complete answer to the questions asked below.

• I confirm that the information provided here is consistent with my application.
• I do not agree with the statements above.

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Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed in Civil Engineering or a closely related technical field?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or above

03

How many years of transportation or traffic engineering experience do you have?

• Less than 3 years of experience
• 3-5 years of experience
• 5-9 years of experience
• More than 9 years of experience

04

How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

• No experience
• Some experience, but less than 2 years of experience
• More than 2 years of experience

05

Do you have a Civil Professional Engineering (PE) license?

• Yes
• No

06

Is your PE license in the State of Washington?

• Yes
• No, but I have a PE in another state and have passed the NCES PE Exam
• No

07

Please describe in detail your experience in transportation development review, transportation construction, transportation design, traffic engineering and/or your experience in working for in a municipality or government. (Please be mindful that artificial intelligence tools, when used to assist in drafting responses, can produce similar language across the many applications submitted. Responses are more effective if they clearly reflect personal experience, specific examples, and individual voice.) [100 words MAXIMUM]

08

Please describe in detail your experience supervising staff and/or why you would want to take on a role that would supervise staff. (Please be mindful that artificial intelligence tools, when used to assist in drafting responses, can produce similar language across the many applications submitted. Responses are more effective if they clearly reflect personal experience, specific examples, and individual voice.) [100 words MAXIMUM]

09

In lieu of a cover letter, please describe in detail why you - without using personal identifiers - are interested in this job and how your knowledge and skills are a good fit for this role. (Please be mindful that artificial intelligence tools, when used to assist in drafting responses, can produce similar language across the many applications submitted. Responses are more effective if they clearly reflect personal experience, specific examples, and individual voice.) [100 words MAXIMUM]

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The City of Bellevue is a hybrid workplace. This is a Washington State job, and candidates must reside within a reasonable distance of City Hall and be onsite in Bellevue at least 2 day(s) per week.

• Yes, I am interested in hybrid schedule and available to be onsite 2 or more days per week.
• No, I am interested in fully remote position.

Required Question

Employer City of Bellevue

Address PO Box 90012

Bellevue, Washington, 98009

Website http://www.bellevuewa.gov/