Stormwater Development Specialist

Stormwater Development Specialist

Cary is consistently recognized as one of the best places to live and work in the country and our commitment to thoughtful growth, environmental stewardship, and exceptional public service is at the heart of that reputation. As Cary continues to grow, we're looking for a collaborative and forward-thinking Stormwater Development Specialist to help ensure new development enhances, rather than compromises, the quality of life our community enjoys.

This is more than a development review position, it's an opportunity to influence how one of North Carolina's fastest-growing communities plans, builds, and protects its future. As part of Cary's innovative Stormwater Division, you'll work alongside talented professionals, developers, engineers, and community partners to guide sustainable development, protect our waterways and floodplains, preserve natural resources, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations that keep our community resilient.

In this role, you'll combine technical expertise with collaboration and problem-solving, reviewing development plans, advising stakeholders, and helping deliver infrastructure and development projects that balance growth with environmental responsibility. Whether you're evaluating stormwater management systems, supporting capital improvement projects, or serving as a trusted resource for colleagues and the development community, your work will have a lasting impact on Cary's neighborhoods, parks, streams, and public spaces.

If you're passionate about stormwater management, environmental protection, and helping shape a thriving community through innovative, sustainable development practices, we'd love to have you join our team here at Cary!

Erosion & Sediment Control Plan Review Reviews, processes, and tracks all grading/land disturbing permits submitted to and approved by the Town. Review development plans, including site, subdivision, Cary capital improvement projects, and commercial and residential single-lot permits, for compliance with NC SPCA requirements and Cary Standards & Specifications. Assess construction sequencing and phasing of E&SC measures to prevent off-site sedimentation. Collaborate regularly with Stormwater Field Service Technicians, providing support, technical guidance, and approvals for field modifications, especially in unusual or difficult situations.

Stormwater Management Review site and subdivision development plans for compliance with NPDES Phase 2 Post Construction Stormwater regulations, watershed protection, flood control ordinances, and Cary's construction details and specifications. Review plans for compliance with riparian buffer, urban transition buffer, and floodplain management regulations. Evaluate SCM and GSI designs, stormwater control calculations, nutrient loading worksheets, impervious surface calculations, and drainage system designs for ordinance compliance.

Utilize Geo Civix and Bluebeam PDF review software to track reviews.

Maintain databases for nutrient load tracking and nitrogen mitigation payments for issued permits. Approve site development plans for Cary Capital Improvement Projects (CIPs), such as roadways, greenways, utility extensions, and public facilities.

Review surveys and plats for compliance with stormwater and watershed protection, floodplain regulations, riparian buffer rules, and easements before signing off. Attend Cary's Development Review Committee (DRC) weekly, and Planning and Zoning Board, Environmental Advisory Board, and Town Council meetings as needed. Collaborate with Cary staff to continue to improve efficient business processes as they relate to development plan review, permitting, and field inspections.

Interpret the Cary Land Development Ordinance (LDO) and serve as a resource for builders, municipal staff, developers, consultants, public, local officials, and Town Council regarding Town codes, ordinances, and policies related to stormwater. Enforce and Cary standard specifications and detail drawings relative to stormwater quality, runoff control, drainage, and erosion control design and educate stakeholders on Cary standards. Floodplain Management Assist with reviewing and issuing floodplain development permits and tracking elevation certificates.

Document floodplain management activities and support CRS membership and class rating requirements. Miscellaneous Collaborate with Cary staff to improve business processes and tracking systems for permits, grading, flood studies, buffer determinations, impact approvals, and field inspections using the latest approved technology platforms and programs. Stay updated on new trends and innovations in erosion control, stormwater management, floodplain management, and GSI.

Assist the Senior Stormwater Project Manager with identifying suitable retrofit or SCM demonstration sites and integrating stormwater practices with CIPs such as roadways, parks, and public facilities. Serve as a technical resource to town…