Job description

What You'll Be Doing
As the Water Quality Director, you will provide collaborative leadership for an award-winning Water Quality Division which is one of five divisions within a nationally recognized department. An example of some of the strategic initiatives that are currently evolving include the following:

One Water Initiative – The One Water Concept centers around the belief that all water, regardless of its source should be actively managed. Wake County is advancing several initiatives that support this philosophical approach to managing a limited natural resource. This is a critical approach to sustainability given that the county’s current population of 1.2 million residents is projected to double within the next 30 to 40 years.

Water Partnership – The Wake County Water Partnership provides expertise and guidance on water-related issues in our community. Its mission is to facilitate collaboration to promote leadership in water management and sustainability and promote health by providing high quality water throughout Wake County.

Groundwater Resource Assessment – The Division has contracted with the United States Geological Survey to complete a five-year groundwater resource assessment. Upon completion of phase-1, Wake County will collaborate with the municipal water providers during phase-2 to develop a 50-year water supply plan for the County. This effort will ensure a sufficient supply of clean water, regardless of where a resident resides in the county.

Comprehensive Stormwater Approach – The County is currently evaluating this program through a pilot study. The point of emphasis is that water does not recognize boundaries such as those that separate municipalities, counties, or states. Stormwater can best be managed from a broader perspective that evaluates what is occurring at the watershed and sub watershed levels.

Upper Neuse River Basin Association (UNRBA) – Wake County is an active member of the UNRBA. On March 17, 2021, the Board of the UNRBA voted unanimously to invest a combined $1.5 million each year in water quality projects and activities to reduce nutrient contribution from urbanized land in the Falls Lake watershed. The agreement marks another milestone in the group’s efforts to protect Falls Lake’s long-term ability to provide safe drinking water, wildlife habitat, and recreation.

You will collaborate with and make presentations to elected leaders and community groups about our various efforts related to water quality and water quantity. Beyond that, you will be actively engaged in various process improvements that focus on refining operations that enhance the customer experience while linking operations and fiscal accountability at a nationally recognized level.

For positions with a remote work option, all Wake County Government remote workers must reside in one of the following states or districts: North Carolina, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Maryland, Tennessee, Virginia, Pennsylvania, or Maine.

About Our Team

The Wake County Environmental Services Department consistently functions at a nationally recognized level. We are comprised of five Divisions consisting of Administration, Animal Services, Environmental Health & Safety, Solid Waste and Water Quality. We sustain success by consistently hiring the best and brightest of well-rounded individuals. Our Department embraces diversity and collaboration and fully support the opportunity for leadership to occur at all levels within the Department.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Engineering or Science, Business Administration or related field
Six years of experience in environmental services or environmental programs
Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
Equivalent education and experience are accepted
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Advanced degree in engineering, environmental science, law, geology, or related areas
NC Professional Engineer’s (PE) License or the ability to obtain through comity
Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS)
Professional Geologist (PG)
Licensed Soil Scientist (LSS)
Licensed attorney
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
Advanced knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
Advanced knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
Excellent at identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system
Advanced Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
Advanced communication of complex information in a way that is understandable and available for management decisions
Advanced Ability to organize, implement, and report on projects involving multiple stakeholders and milestones
Advanced capability to lead mentor, guide, and manage staff in a positive way to develop their skills
Advanced Ability to help others understand the goals of the organization and guide them to assist in achieving those goals
About This Position

Location: Waverly F. Akins Wake County Office Building Raleigh, NC 27602

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: M-F 8:30AM – 5:15PM

Hiring Range: $92,965-$148,740

Posting Closing Date: Open Until Filled, First Round of Reviews January 9, 2023

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