Regional Planner Jobs in Washington

Regional Planner jobs in Washington concentrate heavily in land use, transportation, and environmental planning, with the state's growth pressures and climate-forward policy agenda driving sustained demand at every level from entry-level analyst to senior program manager. Seattle, Tacoma, and Bellevue anchor most of the hiring, where agencies like the Puget Sound Regional Council, King County, and the Washington State Department of Transportation maintain large, active planning teams. In-demand specialties include growth management compliance, transit corridor planning, and resilience and hazard mitigation work tied to Washington's shoreline and wildfire priorities. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles102+
Top employerState of Washington
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring34
Work type53% Hybrid
Top industryRetail

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Amazon.com
Senior S&OP Planner
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Amazon.com
New 14h ago
Senior S&OP Planner
Amazon.com
Seattle, Washington
Procurement & Supply Chain
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Supply Chain
Project Management
$149k - $201k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Parker Hannifin
Value Stream Planner
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Parker Hannifin
New 22h ago
Value Stream Planner
Parker Hannifin
Kent, Washington
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$71k - $117k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Kindering
CHERISH Program Planner
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CHERISH Program Planner
Kindering
Bothell, Washington
Community & Nonprofit Services
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$66k - $117k/yr
Master's degree in social work
201-500

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Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC
Utility Forester Work Planner-Non Union- PSE
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Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC
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Utility Forester Work Planner-Non Union- PSE
Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC
Renton, Washington
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Support
Sales
$18.5 - $22/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Boeing
Manufacturing Planner 3 (contract)
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Added 1d ago
Manufacturing Planner 3 (contract)
Boeing
Everett, Washington
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
$39 - $44/hr
10,000+

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Regional Planner Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lacey
8 jobs
Bellevue
6 jobs
Redmond
5 jobs
Spokane
5 jobs
Bothell
4 jobs
Silverdale
4 jobs
Auburn
3 jobs
Renton
3 jobs

Regional Planner Job Market in Washington

A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • State of Washington
    State of Washington12
  • Amazon
    Amazon10
  • Lockheed Martin
    Lockheed Martin4
  • Asplundh Tree Expert
    Asplundh Tree Expert4
  • HP
    HP2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Technology & Software
  • Government & Public Sector
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
  • Fintech

What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in regional planner jobs across Washington.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in urban planning, public policy, or a closely related field
  • AICP certification or active progress toward American Institute of Certified Planners credentials
  • Experience applying Washington's Growth Management Act requirements in a professional setting
  • Proficiency with GIS software such as ArcGIS for spatial analysis and mapping
  • Strong written communication skills for staff reports, environmental documents, and public presentations
  • Ability to facilitate community engagement meetings and work with diverse stakeholder groups

Regional Planner Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a regional planner in Washington?

Most regional planner positions in Washington require at least a bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, public administration, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred for mid- and senior-level roles. Washington does not issue a state-specific planner license, but the American Institute of Certified Planners credential is widely expected by public agencies and regional councils. Candidates typically build eligibility by completing a Planning Accreditation Board-accredited program and then accumulating qualifying professional experience before sitting for the AICP exam.

Which companies hire regional planners in Washington?

Washington regional planner roles are posted by State of Washington, Amazon, and Lockheed Martin and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Public agencies, regional councils, and tribal governments across western and eastern Washington are consistent hirers, alongside private consulting firms serving municipal clients.

Which Washington cities have the most regional planner jobs?

Seattle, Lacey, and Bellevue account for the largest share of regional planner openings in Washington. Seattle's concentration of county agencies, the Puget Sound Regional Council, and large consulting firms drives the volume in the core metro, while Tacoma and Bellevue generate steady demand through Pierce and King County planning departments and the significant growth pressures reshaping both cities.

Are there remote regional planner jobs in Washington?

Yes, but they are limited, since regional planning work frequently involves site visits, public hearings, and coordination with local government offices that require in-person presence. About 58% of regional planner openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those arrangements tend to apply most to research-heavy, policy-writing, or data analysis roles rather than permit review or community engagement positions.

How can I get hired as a regional planner in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an internship or graduate assistantship with a Washington public agency before completing your degree. King County, the City of Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development, and the Washington State Department of Commerce regularly take interns and entry-level planning technicians. Candidates who move from permit technician, GIS analyst, or community development coordinator roles also transition successfully. A strong portfolio showing GIS work, a writing sample from a land use project, and progress toward AICP candidate status give applicants a measurable edge with Washington hiring managers.

Where can I find and apply to regional planner jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to regional planner jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Washington employers and agencies. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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