City of Kent, Washington
Kyle Woods serves as the Parks Planning and Development Manager for the City of Kent, Washington, starting in April 2025. With nearly two decades of experience in municipal projects, Woods specializes in the planning, design, and delivery of parks, trails, and public spaces that enhance community life. Expertise includes managing multi-million-dollar capital improvement programs, overseeing annual capital expenditures, and leading interdisciplinary teams to achieve community goals. Previous roles include Planner & Capital Project Manager for the City of Edmonds from July 2022 to April 2025 and Project Manager for the City of Marysville, WA, from December 2006 to July 2022. Woods holds a Bachelor's degree in Geography from the University of Washington and a certificate in Construction Management from the same institution.
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City of Kent, Washington
Growth, Opportunity, Teamwork An inclusive and competitive employer, Kent employees and their work have a direct impact on the quality of life of Kent residents, business owners and visitors alike. Kent employees enjoy competitive salaries and excellent benefits • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance • 12 paid holidays • Paid vacation and sick leave • Retirement plans • Short and long-term disability coverage • Flexible spending accounts • Union representation • Wellness program incentives Kent is the sixth largest city in Washington with a population nearing 140,000. Kent is known for its global diversity, with 138 languages being spoken in homes, businesses and schools throughout the city, bringing together people and cultures from all over the world. A center of innovation in the Puget Sound region, Kent is home to a division of Boeing Space, Defense and Security; Blue Origin, and over 50 other aerospace companies, whose brilliant scientists and engineers are developing the worlds most advanced vehicles. Kent is also the proud home of Oberto Sausage Company, REI, and one of Starbucks’ five roasting plants in the world. Located just 18 miles from Seattle and Tacoma, Kent features beautiful parks, an historic downtown and views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains, making it a beautiful place to live, work and visit. Just seven miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Kent is easily accessible from Interstate 5, State Route 167 and other major highways. Social Media Policy: www.KentWA.gov/socialmedia