Port Townsend is a charming Victorian seaport on the Olympic Peninsula, located approximately two hours from Seattle.
Founded in 1851, the City has maintained its historic character while embracing a modern, creative culture. The town's 9,500 residents enjoy spectacular views of the water and mountains. Port Townsend's natural beauty and access to Fort Worden State Park and Conference Center, Olympic National Park, beaches and rain forests attracts over a million visitors each year.
The City provides comprehensive municipal services including planning, permitting, building inspection, law enforcement, water treatment and distribution, stormwater management, wastewater and biosolids treatment, engineering, streets maintenance, parks, trails, pool and library. Fire/EMS and electricity are provided by special districts. There are 113 full time equivalents and the majority of the workforce is represented by Teamsters Local 589 in two bargaining units.