Program Manager Jobs in Seattle, WA
Program Manager jobs in Seattle, Washington are in strong demand, concentrated in South Lake Union, the Central Business District, and Bellevue and Redmond across the Eastside corridor, across cloud technology, aerospace, healthcare, and e-commerce. Employers hiring right now include Amazon, TikTok, and Amazon Web Services. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Summary
King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community.
At the King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS), we believe in working as one team that solves problems; striving to be customer-focused and driving for the best results. We envision a welcoming community that is racially just. We believe the field of human services exists to undo and mitigate unfair structures. We seek to lead the way by working as respectful and responsible stewards for our community.
The Behavioral Health and Recovery Division (BHRD) of DCHS is looking for a Behavioral Health & Administrative Services Organization (BH-ASO) Project/Program Manager who will assist the BH-ASO Operations Manager with coordination and oversight of BHASO team’s operational processes and program improvements. This position is a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) or Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position anticipated to end 36 months from the start date.
APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
- NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
Please Note: This selection process may also be used to create a pool of candidates for current and future career service, term-limited temporary, and special duty opportunities. The pool will be active for 6 months.
WORK SCHEDULE/CONDITIONS: This is a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) or Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position anticipated to end 36 months from the start date, but subject to change dependent on operational need. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and is not eligible for overtime. Typical hours are Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm.
Job Duties
- Design, implement, and oversee crisis service projects, including operational policies, procedures, system improvements, program launches, and operational enhancements.
- Drive the development, revision, and implementation of policies and procedures that support crisis service operations, compliance, and quality standards.
- Maintain audit readiness by ensuring documentation, workflows, and program practices consistently meet regulatory and contractual requirements.
- Partner with Quality and other teams to prepare for internal and external audits, develop audit tools, manage audit timelines, respond to findings, and oversee corrective action plans.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures.
- Monitor project progress and performance; identify risks, barriers, and issues; and implement mitigation strategies.
- Facilitate meetings, workshops, and working groups focused on crisis program development, policy refinement, and process improvement.
- Support data-driven decision-making by working with analysts to gather and interpret performance metrics and prepare regular reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership and stakeholders.
- Assist with providing analysis and strategic guidance on legislative and regulatory developments that may impact behavioral health crisis services and assess their potential implications for program operations.
- Collaborate with crisis providers, first responders, hospitals, and behavioral health providers.
- Oversee crisis services alignment with division initiatives of equity and social justice, recovery-oriented system of care.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, social work, behavioral health, project management, or a related field and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- A minimum of four years of experience managing complex projects directly related to behavioral health, public health, or social services.
- A minimum of three years of experience using project management tools and applying project management methodologies, including developing detailed project plans, timelines, deliverables, and communication strategies.
- Experience in program evaluation, including interpreting data, assessing performance metrics, identifying gaps, and recommending improvements.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including proficiency in budget analysis, policy analysis, and evaluating operational impacts.
- Experience analyzing local, state or federal legislation and knowledge of legislative processes and regulatory frameworks.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work with diverse stakeholders
- Proven ability to develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures that ensure compliance, quality, and operational effectiveness
- Experience conducting program audits and maintaining audit ready documentation, workflows, and program practices.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and presenting complex issues in accessible ways.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and web-based tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. This includes the ability to:
- Excel: Create and use formulas, charts, graphs, and pivot tables to organize, analyze, and present data.
- PowerPoint: Develop clear, well-organized, and professional presentations using appropriate layouts, graphics, and visual elements.
- SharePoint: Upload, save, organize, and manage files; create and maintain document libraries; and collaborate on shared documents.
- Web-based tools: Navigate online applications, enter and retrieve information, and manage documents and data.
Desired Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Master's degree in behavioral health, public health, public administration, or other related fields
- Experience managing behavioral health projects or programs focused on crisis response.
- Strong understanding of King County’s crisis response system, community partnerships, and service delivery models.
- Experience developing, monitoring, and analyzing program budgets to support operational planning and resource allocation
- Knowledge of research methods, including data gathering, analysis and presentation for program evaluation
- Quantitative skills and skills in applying quantitative and qualitative analytical methods, include skills in applying statistical analysis
- Experience working with populations that have co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders
Supplemental Information
Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Application Process
If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County’s vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.
If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or you would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact Greg Mallory at grmallory@kingcounty.gov.
King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us.
King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.
Summary
King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community.
At the King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS), we believe in working as one team that solves problems; striving to be customer-focused and driving for the best results. We envision a welcoming community that is racially just. We believe the field of human services exists to undo and mitigate unfair structures. We seek to lead the way by working as respectful and responsible stewards for our community.
The Behavioral Health and Recovery Division (BHRD) of DCHS is looking for a Behavioral Health & Administrative Services Organization (BH-ASO) Project/Program Manager who will assist the BH-ASO Operations Manager with coordination and oversight of BHASO team’s operational processes and program improvements. This position is a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) or Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position anticipated to end 36 months from the start date.
APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
- NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
Please Note: This selection process may also be used to create a pool of candidates for current and future career service, term-limited temporary, and special duty opportunities. The pool will be active for 6 months.
WORK SCHEDULE/CONDITIONS: This is a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) or Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position anticipated to end 36 months from the start date, but subject to change dependent on operational need. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and is not eligible for overtime. Typical hours are Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm.
Job Duties
- Design, implement, and oversee crisis service projects, including operational policies, procedures, system improvements, program launches, and operational enhancements.
- Drive the development, revision, and implementation of policies and procedures that support crisis service operations, compliance, and quality standards.
- Maintain audit readiness by ensuring documentation, workflows, and program practices consistently meet regulatory and contractual requirements.
- Partner with Quality and other teams to prepare for internal and external audits, develop audit tools, manage audit timelines, respond to findings, and oversee corrective action plans.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures.
- Monitor project progress and performance; identify risks, barriers, and issues; and implement mitigation strategies.
- Facilitate meetings, workshops, and working groups focused on crisis program development, policy refinement, and process improvement.
- Support data-driven decision-making by working with analysts to gather and interpret performance metrics and prepare regular reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership and stakeholders.
- Assist with providing analysis and strategic guidance on legislative and regulatory developments that may impact behavioral health crisis services and assess their potential implications for program operations.
- Collaborate with crisis providers, first responders, hospitals, and behavioral health providers.
- Oversee crisis services alignment with division initiatives of equity and social justice, recovery-oriented system of care.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, social work, behavioral health, project management, or a related field and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- A minimum of four years of experience managing complex projects directly related to behavioral health, public health, or social services.
- A minimum of three years of experience using project management tools and applying project management methodologies, including developing detailed project plans, timelines, deliverables, and communication strategies.
- Experience in program evaluation, including interpreting data, assessing performance metrics, identifying gaps, and recommending improvements.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including proficiency in budget analysis, policy analysis, and evaluating operational impacts.
- Experience analyzing local, state or federal legislation and knowledge of legislative processes and regulatory frameworks.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work with diverse stakeholders
- Proven ability to develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures that ensure compliance, quality, and operational effectiveness
- Experience conducting program audits and maintaining audit ready documentation, workflows, and program practices.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and presenting complex issues in accessible ways.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and web-based tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. This includes the ability to:
- Excel: Create and use formulas, charts, graphs, and pivot tables to organize, analyze, and present data.
- PowerPoint: Develop clear, well-organized, and professional presentations using appropriate layouts, graphics, and visual elements.
- SharePoint: Upload, save, organize, and manage files; create and maintain document libraries; and collaborate on shared documents.
- Web-based tools: Navigate online applications, enter and retrieve information, and manage documents and data.
Desired Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Master's degree in behavioral health, public health, public administration, or other related fields
- Experience managing behavioral health projects or programs focused on crisis response.
- Strong understanding of King County’s crisis response system, community partnerships, and service delivery models.
- Experience developing, monitoring, and analyzing program budgets to support operational planning and resource allocation
- Knowledge of research methods, including data gathering, analysis and presentation for program evaluation
- Quantitative skills and skills in applying quantitative and qualitative analytical methods, include skills in applying statistical analysis
- Experience working with populations that have co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders
Supplemental Information
Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Application Process
If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County’s vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.
If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or you would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact Greg Mallory at grmallory@kingcounty.gov.
King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us.
King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon78
- TikTok16
- Amazon Web Services10
- Google8
- Blue Origin8
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
Program Manager Jobs in Seattle: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a program manager job in Seattle?
Seattle's strongest hiring comes from large technology companies in South Lake Union and the Eastside, aerospace firms near Renton and Everett, and health systems concentrated downtown and in First Hill. Candidates with experience managing cross-functional teams, Agile delivery, or hardware development cycles stand out here. Familiarity with cloud platform environments and vendor management gives applicants a concrete edge in Seattle's dominant tech and aerospace sectors.
Which companies hire program managers in Seattle?
Seattle program manager roles are posted by Amazon, TikTok, and Amazon Web Services and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Seattle's hiring is driven by a mix of global technology headquarters, major aerospace manufacturers, regional health systems, and a growing base of mid-size software companies that have relocated or expanded into the metro area.
Are there remote program manager jobs in Seattle?
Yes, program management is well-suited to remote and hybrid arrangements because the core work is coordination and communication rather than on-site presence. About 62% of program manager openings tied to Seattle are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly Seattle's tech employers have adopted flexible work policies. Portfolio and technical program manager roles at cloud-focused companies tend to offer the most location flexibility.
How can I get a program manager job in Seattle with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Seattle is moving laterally from a coordinator, associate project manager, or operations analyst role at one of the city's mid-size software or health-tech companies, where program management teams are smaller and more willing to develop talent internally. Seattle's retail technology and logistics sector also hires junior program coordinators who can grow into full program manager roles. Earning a PMP or completing an Agile certification noticeably strengthens applications at Seattle's more structured tech and aerospace employers.
Which industries hire the most program managers in Seattle?
Seattle program manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Seattle's position as a headquarters city for major cloud computing platforms and one of the country's largest aerospace manufacturers creates unusually deep and sustained demand for program managers compared to most U.S. metro areas.
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