The Executive Director (ED) will lead and oversee the management of all activities pertaining to strategic planning, project delivery, business development, budgeting, financing, and personnel administration of the Environmental Finance Center (EFC). With assistance from senior level EFC staff, the Executive Director will be primarily responsible for designing, acquiring funding for, and implementing the multiple programs of the EFC and will manage other EFC staff to ensure completion of projects. This position will report to the Dean.

The EFC works directly with environmental service providers, including local and state governments, federal agencies, utilities, associations, and other organizations. The EFC focuses on the financial and managerial issues of managing a wide range of environmental services. The EFC delivers its services through education events, direct assistance, applied research, tool development, and through advising environmental service providers and policymakers.

The Project Director will work with the EFC team on multiple projects across a wide range of environmental services. The Project Director will

– Manage projects funded by grants and contracts
– Lead workshops and webinars, including presenting at conferences
– Advise environmental service providers on program design, management, and finance
– Use financial spreadsheet tools to be used by environmental service providers
– Conduct research and policy analysis

The Project Director should expect to travel occasionally. The position is contingent upon the continuity of EFC funding.

Ideal candidates will have some substantive understanding of local government finance, environmental finance, or a similar field related to the EFC’s work. Additionally, candidates should be comfortable and effective in working with people, presenting to professional audiences, and have strong writing skills.

The Environmental Finance Center (EFC) at UNC’s School of Government is dedicated to enhancing the ability of governments and other organizations to provide environmental programs and services in fair, effective, and financially sustainable ways.

In support of our mission, the EFC seeks to hire a temporary data analyst for upcoming statewide water and wastewater rates surveys. Our rates surveys provide valuable information and tools to managers of water and wastewater utilities and local governments to assist with financial and environmental decision-making.

The Deputy Director serves as an integral part of the management team of the Planning and Inspections Department. Reporting directly to the Planning and Inspections Director, this position assists in implementing the full work program of the department while directly managing and leading the work of the Building Inspections, Code Enforcement, and Central Permitting Divisions.

CBO’s Budget Analysis Division seeks an entry level analyst for its Natural and Physical Resources Cost Estimates Unit. The unit prepares multiyear budget projections and produces cost estimates for legislative proposals, focusing on the Departments of Agriculture, Commerce, Energy, Homeland Security, Interior, Justice, and Transportation, among others, and on various independent agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency, Federal Communications Commission, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and Small Business Administration.

The analyst’s portfolio of program areas is likely to include programs administered by the Departments of Justice and Homeland Security, but the portfolio will be determined at the time of hiring.

The City of Wilson Development Services Department is seeking creative problem solvers to fill two positions with the Land Development team. This is a great opportunity for someone who likes working in development review and would also enjoy involvement with other planning initiatives.

Wilson is moving forward with the implementation of its award winning Comprehensive Plan that has led to more than $150 million in redevelopment projects in its historic downtown, rapid industrial expansion in its corporate parks, and investment in new recreational improvements. The plan also led to a $10 million TIGER Grant for the now redeveloping US 301 corridor. The Land Development team is an extremely important part of this success.

The Land Development team is responsible for providing outstanding customer service and administering and updating our award winning Unified Development Ordinance that was fully re-written in 2012. They manage the Technical Review Committee and provide staff support to the Planning and Design Review Board and Board of Adjustment. This team also manages our Hazard Mitigation Plan and its implementation.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of activities within the Planning field.
The Planner I assists with coverage in the Planning Department responding to public inquiries and customer service requests. Responsibilities include understanding, interpreting, and communicating with the public about the City of Graham Development Ordinance regulations. This position serves as the primary point of contact for New Business, Sign Permit Review, Zoning Verification Letters, as well as Façade and Business Beautification Grants. As staff liaison this individual provides administrative support to the Historic Resources Commission (HRC) as well as the Appearance Commission but may assist with drafting staff reports for the Planning Board and City Council on an as needed basis. This individual may also provide assistance to the Downtown Development Coordinator with the (DAC) program.
Duties include a wide variety of tasks related to current and long-range planning initiatives such as development regulation updates, land development application review, grant writing, and analysis regarding planning and development issues. Work is performed under the supervision of the Planning Director.

The purpose of the Planner I position is to assist the planning division in the enforcement of the City’s Zoning Ordinance.

In this position, you will perform advanced planning duties by reviewing complex land development applications and performing redevelopment and comprehensive urban planning functions for the Planning and Community Services Department.

The Town is looking for an experienced Planner II to continue to take the Town to new heights and create a space that will continue to attract new residents and businesses. The ideal candidate must exhibit the initiative to promote sound growth & development and have the ability to balance the needs of a diverse community in the changing economic environment. The position will be within the Planning Department and will focus on various aspects of municipal planning, zoning, & development functions.