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Planning and Development Manager

Job in Carrboro, Orange County, North Carolina, 27510, USA
Listing for: National Association of Clean Water Agencies
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Water Management, Environmental Engineer
  • Management
    Water Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 120000 USD Yearly USD 90000.00 120000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

OWASA is seeking a Planning and Development Manager to join our Engineering team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Analyzes service area development and wateruse trends by compiling data and maintains projections of long-term future demand requirements.
  • Manages and implements OWASA’s Long-Range Water Supply Plan.
  • Manages the annual updates and submittal ofOWASA’s Local Water Supply Plan.
  • Manages the updates, related analysis, and periodic submittal of OWASA’s Water Shortage Response Plan.
  • Manages the development and presentation ofOWASA’s annual Operating Trends Report.
  • Manages and oversees water supply and watershed protection studies and models.
  • Manages and/or supports long-range planning activities for and analysis of wastewater collection system, water treatment,wastewater treatment, reclaimed water and biosolids management.
  • Oversees or facilitates certain land management efforts, including acquisition of real estate and easements,inspection/enforcement of conservation easements, and certain forest stewardship initiatives.
  • Leads the strategic direction, development and implementation of the Climate Adaptation Plan and related activities.
  • Serves as Liaison Officer during Emergencies.
  • Coordinates planning efforts with regional partners through Western Intake Partnership, Triangle Water Supply Partnership,and other regional/state efforts. Meets and corresponds with researchers from universities.
Qualifications
  • Requires bachelor’s degree in an engineering or environmental science and a minimum of six years’ experience working with engineering practices and/or long-range planning for a public water and wastewater system.
  • Candidates should be self-motivated and have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with a proven ability to effectively manage projects.
  • Service-oriented attitude, professionalism, and a passionto foster a diverse and inclusive work environment are necessary.
Pay and Benefits
  • Membership in theNC Local Government Employee Retirement System
  • Retirement health savings account
  • Vacation, Sick,Personal, Bereavement, and Parental Leave
  • Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education
  • Abilityto transfer unused sick leave from previous NC Local Government or State agency employer

This recruitment will close August 30,2026.

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