- Company: City of Seattle
- Location: Pioneer Square, Washington
- Salary: $139,110–$229,528/yr
City of Seattle at a glance
SEC filings mentioning "City of Seattle": 1,367 — search EDGAR
Federal funding recipient: largest known award $29.3M from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (started Jul 17, 2020) — via USAspending.gov
Emergency solutions grant program
Recipient of NIH research funding: 5 grants, most recently in 1991 from the NIEHS — via NIH RePORTER
Homelessness Division Director at City of Seattle — Pioneer Square, Washington
Role Overview
The City of Seattle Human Services Department (HSD) is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as the Division Director for its Homelessness Division. This role will be pivotal in addressing homelessness as a top priority for the city, focusing on immediate needs and long-term strategies for impactful change.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of policies and programs aimed at reducing homelessness and providing support to those experiencing it.
- Collaborate with various departments and external stakeholders to ensure coordinated efforts in addressing homelessness issues.
- Oversee the allocation and management of resources dedicated to homelessness initiatives.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, government agencies, and non-profits to enhance collaborative efforts.
Requirements
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in social services or related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
- Proven track record in managing and implementing successful homelessness programs.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain effective partnerships across diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational and strategic planning abilities.
- A commitment to social justice and a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of those experiencing homelessness.
Working at City of Seattle
The Homelessness Division Director will work closely with various departments within the Human Services Department, as well as external partners. This is a full-time position based in Pioneer Square, Washington, requiring regular on-site presence and collaboration with team members.
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
National job openings rate: 4.4% — via BLS JOLTS
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.1% — via FRED
National quits rate: 2.0% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 209,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Cost of living in Washington: 7.0% above the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Washington: $17.13/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Washington: $89,679 — via FRED
Home prices in Washington (year over year): +1.7% — via FRED
Median household income in King County: $122,148 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in King County: 28 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in King County: Drove Alone (50%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in King County: 95% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby history: Rector Hotel, listed 2002 (60m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 60°F / low 44°F year-round (summers around 74°F, winters around 35°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Most walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $2,146/mo · $2,501/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 39m (128 ft)
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- Role Homelessness Division Director
- Employer City of Seattle
- Location Pioneer Square, Washington
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $139,110–$229,528/yr
- Posted August 18, 2026
- Apply by September 18, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (268 words)
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