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 with multiple backgrounds, 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.
As an Environmental Consultant – Watershed, you will conduct regulatory field inspections of construction projects in Wake County and municipal partner jurisdictions at various stages of development, ensure project activities follow approved construction plans and as-built surveys and utilize appropriate industry tools to ensure project compliance with environmental regulations. You will protect the environment by enforcing state rules and local ordinances to ensure continued State delegation of our erosion and sediment control local program. The Environmental Consultant – Watershed will build a solid relationship with the development community and residents to resolve complex site challenges, address complaints and advance Planning and Development Services Department initiatives and performance measures.
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 different perspectives and collaboration and fully supports the opportunity for leadership to occur at all levels within the Department.
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Location: WCOB Raleigh, NC 27602
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8:30am – 5:15pm
Hiring Range: 76,986.00 - 105,155.00
Market Range: 76,986.00 - 138,582.00
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 11/14/2026
Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is the proud home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and the two-time Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes, winners in 2006 and 2026. In addition to being Wake County’s seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina’s most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. Starting in fall 2026, the Wake County Board will have seven commissioners elected by voters in their districts and two at-large commissioners elected by the whole County. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County’s FY2027 General Fund budget is approximately $2.28 billion, and the County has more than 5,000 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
Wake County Government provides services including tax collection, library services, local parks administration, planning and permitting, health and human services, law enforcement and more. Wake County is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners.
Consistently rated as one of the best places to live and work in America, Wake County, North Carolina is home to NC State University, Shaw University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. Wake County is also the center of state government, with our Capitol Building, legislature and many government offices located in Raleigh.
Wake County is the most populous County in North Carolina. The County consists of 12 municipalities and includes Raleigh, the county seat and state capital. A unique mix of urban and rural small towns distinguishes Wake County from other counties and provides something for every lifestyle.
