Policy Lead

Policy Lead

King County is launching an ambitious effort to ensure government delivers high-quality, efficient and equitable services through the King County Delivers plan. To support this work, we are seeking collaborative, strategic, and deeply knowledgeable Policy Leads to be subject matter experts, external facing and liaisons to departments across several disciplines, including :

• Climate and Sustainability
• Criminal Justice Reform
• Public Safety
• Homelessness
• Behavioral and Public Health
• Labor Policy
• Technology & AI
• Transportation
• Regional Planning
• Child Care & Early Learning
• Emergency Management

Reporting to the Director of Policy and Innovation, the Policy Lead will help guide policy direction for their portfolio and work closely with County departments to integrate and align policy priorities across the enterprise. The ideal candidate brings not only subject matter expertise, but also a strong understanding of how to translate policy to implementation. Success in this role requires subject matter expertise, familiarity with community and government relations, and the ability to lead policy solutions that advance the Executive's goals.

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Ideal Candidate :

We are looking for a strategic and collaborative subject matter expert who can connect King County's policy efforts to the Executive's vision. The ideal candidate will have :

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Why Join Us :

This is a rare opportunity to join an adaptable and mission-driven team that shapes how King County delivers for its residents and center those most impacted. The Policy Lead will prioritize outcomes over optics and turn bold ideas into accountable, transparent, and effective government action.

The King County Executive Office serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with integrity, 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 frugal stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve.

We will work in the office at least three days a week to foster connection and responsiveness, arrive prepared and on time, and structure meetings with clear goals and next steps. The team will represent the Executive with professionalismincluding responsible social media conductand respond promptly when contacted. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust.

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Application Process :

To apply, please submit your rsum, a brief cover letter, and a statement of interest describing how your experience aligns with the King County Delivers vision of transparent, equitable, and accountable government.