Watershed Program Manager

What You'll Be Doing

Join us as our next Watershed Program Manager and help drive innovative water resource initiatives forward!

The Planning and Development Services Department provides opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth. You will be working with a team of scientists and engineers of many background, brining expertise and experience from various sectors, government, industry and academia, with a passion to protect the environment. The Watershed Management Division strives for first‐class service delivery and continued national recognition by making contributions that have broader impacts and implications beyond the County. The Watershed Management program is an integral part of the Division. As the Watershed Program Manager, you will have the opportunity to rapidly learn, lead and participate in projects that support the nationally recognized and award-winning Watershed Management Division.

About Our Team

The Wake County Planning and Development Services Department consistently functions at a nationally recognized level. We are comprised of four Divisions consisting of Administration, Planning & Zoning, Building Permits & Inspections and Watershed Management. We sustain success by consistently hiring the best and brightest of well-rounded individuals. Our department embraces collaboration and fully supports the opportunity for leadership to occur at all levels within the Department.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related field
Five years of experience in environmental health, environmental planning, inspections or engineering
Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
Equivalent education and experience are accepted
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Advanced degree in engineering, environmental science, law, geology, business, or related area
NCPE – North Carolina Professional Engineer’s (PE) License upon hire or the ability to obtain through comity
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
Organized, detail-oriented, with solid analytical, computer and problem-solving skills
Excellent ability to clearly communicate technical information to non-technical groups, both verbally and in writing
Excellent ability to identify performance measures and take action to improve and maintain high-quality, competitive core services
Excellent ability to collaborate with stakeholders on projects both within and outside the organization
Excellent skills in completing work and projects involving multiple people and organizations
Advanced ability to help others understand and achieve organizational goals
Excellent knowledge of customer service principles, including needs assessment, quality standards and satisfaction evaluation
Excellent knowledge of rules, design principles and methods to control sedimentation and erosion and mitigate stormwater runoff
Ability to lead a team of engineers and scientists with technical expertise in plan review, erosion and sedimentation control and stormwater management
About This Position

Location: WCOB Raleigh, NC 27602

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:15pm

Hiring Range: 86,378 – 138,199

Market Range: 86,378.00 - 155,472.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 3/13/2026