Strategic Business Planning Program Manager

Port of Seattle•Seattle, WA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Experienced – You have five (5) years of experience in facilitation, research, and strategic planning with different organizational levels.
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.

Nice To Haves

Desired – We hope you have a Bachelor of Arts or Sciences in Business, Public Policy, or Public Administration (preferred, not required).

Responsibilities

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.
Support Strategic Initiatives and the MSBP in facilitating realignments and improvements to goal setting and business planning processes.
Support the MSBP in their capacity as a strategic advisor to business divisions.
Assist in the development of Port-wide Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT) analyses, strategic planning cadences, and deliver courses in strategic planning.
Work with the MSBP on the creation of and updates to the Annual Planning and Reporting documents associated with the Century Agenda.
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.
Collect data and narratives for editing and eventual publication in annual reporting and planning documents, including memos to the Executive Director and Commission.
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.
Assist in delivering strategic planning classes and may be called upon to create classes or coursework.

Benefits

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.