Seattle Department of Transportation

Don’t let parking madness ruin your #MarchMadness weekend! If you’re heading to any of the #NCAA games at Climate Pledge Arena today or Sunday, here’s how you can get a FREE transit ride to/from the arena. If you’re driving, we have you covered with some parking tips, too! However you plan to get there, our handy blog lays it all out for you: https://lnkd.in/gtDPZKYd

?SDOT Director Adiam Emery recently stopped by a local coffee shop (Avole Coffee LLC) and was excited to see a “jebena” on the counter—a traditional clay pot used for Ethiopian coffee ceremonies. Seattle is home to many wonderful locally owned coffee spots that celebrate diverse cultures and traditions. Supporting local businesses helps keep our communities vibrant!

?SDOT Director Adiam Emery recently visited a local event space venue (woman/veteran-owned, Imperia Lake Union) in Eastlake to hear how they’re navigating heavy construction as the RapidRide J Line project moves forward. As work continues, we appreciate our local businesses and the vibrant spaces they create in our communities! Learn more about the RapidRide J Line project here: https://lnkd.in/g7J8a_hd

As we continue to maintain and modernize Seattle’s transportation network, we’re moving forward with a new Transportation Funding Task Force. The task force will develop policy & funding recommendations for long-term transportation infrastructure needs, focusing primarily on bridges, pavement condition, & sidewalks. Its creation was identified in the new Seattle Transportation Levy, approved by Seattle voters last November. ? We’re seeking a consultant team to support task force members, facilitate meetings, and provide expertise into the development of recommendations for the Mayor & City Council. The task force will adjourn once its work is complete. This planning work aligns with the 20-year vision established in the Seattle Transportation Plan, which was unanimously adopted by the Seattle City Council in 2024. ? You can read more here: https://lnkd.in/gQdKJxK9 ? Learn about the Seattle Transportation Levy on our website: https://lnkd.in/gpMkpUbk

Adiam Emery stepped into her new role as Interim Director of the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) on February 4, bringing over 30 years of experience and a deep commitment to a safe, reliable, and equitable transportation system. ? No stranger to SDOT, Adiam began her career here as an intern while studying at the University of Washington. She has since held key leadership roles, including transportation engineer, operations manager, and division director. Most recently, she served as Deputy Mayor in Mayor Harrell’s administration, where she worked closely with SDOT on critical transportation initiatives. ? Her top priorities include supporting safer travel, delivering projects, and building future-ready streets. With a strong foundation and a clear vision, Adiam is ready to lead SDOT through this pivotal moment for Seattle’s transportation future. ? Read more on the SDOT Blog: https://lnkd.in/gmitkDwg

To the federal workers impacted by recent staffing changes—we see you, we appreciate you, and we encourage you to consider continuing your public service at the local level. ? Your skills, experience, and dedication to others are invaluable, and there are many opportunities for you to make a difference in local government. Whether your expertise is in public safety, policy, operations, finance, IT, communications, or community engagement, your talents are needed! ? If you or someone you know is looking for the next chapter in your public service career, we encourage you to explore opportunities with the City of Seattle or with other cities, counties, or states across the US. You can find our current job openings at https://lnkd.in/g2xxTGT. #PublicService #CityOfSeattle #NowHiring #FederalWorkers #CareerOpportunities #LocalGovernment #CommunityImpact #Hiring #JobAlert #PublicSector #JoinUs #WeAreHiring

In 2024 Seattle passed an eight-year $1.55 billion Transportation Levy to maintain and modernize the city’s transportation infrastructure including building sidewalks, paving streets, repairing bridges, and improving transit connections. That’s A LOT of work to do, and our talented teams are working hard to make it happen. SDOT is looking for talented, innovative, and collaborative people to help us deliver the projects and services our city needs to keep moving!?Are you ready to be a part of Seattle’s transportation transformation? It takes all sorts of people with a vast array of skills and experiences to deliver transportation infrastructure projects! This week I want to feature three job openings that work together, but from very different parts of our department. Our Senior Capital Projects Real Property Agent helps secure the real estate needed to build on.?That’s not all they do though…?They do a lot of research and negotiating and must bring a depth of knowledge of Federal, State and City laws and regulations around real estate and property relocation so projects can move forward. The Portfolio & Project Controls Manager supervises the shaping of our project monitoring and reporting processes and tools so we know where we are on each project and are able to report progress as we move through the very complex process of building large transportation projects for our city. Finally, we are looking for a Construction Engineering Supervisor to supervise the engineers and inspectors as our projects go from a blueprint to a completed bridge, bike lane, or new sidewalk in your neighborhood. This job is vital to ensuring that everything is done safely and completely so the project we are delivering is around for generations to come! SDOT is a team that comes together to build amazing projects that keep Seattle moving! If these jobs look interesting and you are ready to be a part of Seattle’s transportation transformation, you can find these, as well as many other opportunities, on our job site at https://lnkd.in/grr2xNFU.

We're extending the application deadline to join the Transportation Levy Oversight Committee to 8am on Monday, March 3. Please repost and help us spread the word about this great opportunity for people care about Seattle's transportation investments.

Ready to Rock! Last fall, Mayor Harrell signed legislation to create reliable parking and loading space for musicians and crews at music venues. Starting today, the Music Venue Zone permit application is live! The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is now accepting permit applications from qualifying venues. Read more on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gWWxjUFn

Help contribute to the future of Seattle’s transportation system by joining the Transportation Levy Oversight Committee! All Seattle residents are welcome to?apply by February 28. Committee members will help ensure the City of Seattle spends public funding appropriately to achieve the promises made to Seattle voters. You'll have the opportunity to work with the Mayor’s Office, City Council, and SDOT staff to ensure transparency and accountability. For more information, read the SDOT blog post: https://lnkd.in/g3xDA2gY