Department Business Manager
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Management
Financial Manager, Business Administration, Operations Management, General Management
Bring your business expertise to a role that helps move our department forward!
Are you ready to lead with vision and impact? As the Business Manager for the Planning and Development Services Department (PDS), you’ll be at the heart of strategic financial leadership driving innovation, efficiency and excellence.
In this pivotal role, you will
- Champion fiscal strategy aligned with the PDS Director and County Board of Commissioners
- Lead high-level financial planning and analysis
, forecasting and process improvements that elevate service delivery - Manage a $15 million general fund
, overseeing budget development, procurement, contracting and revenue collection - Provide transparent, actionable insights to decision-makers that shape the future of our community
- Inspire and guide a talented team of financial professionals while serving as a key member of the department’s leadership team
If you’re passionate about making a measurable difference and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose and drive results that matter.
About Our TeamWake County’s Planning and Development Services Department (PDS) is at the forefront of shaping one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation. With a dedicated team of 100 professionals and a $15 million annual budget, we ensure compliance with local and state development regulations while delivering exceptional service to residents and businesses. Our culture is built on transparency, integrity and collaboration, supported by an open-door policy that encourages high performance and teamwork.
PDS operates through four dynamic divisions:
Administration, Planning, Building Permitting & Inspections, Watershed Management.
Education and Experience )
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field
- Five years of experience in finance, budgeting, policy or management analysis, including one year of supervisory experience
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Education and Experience )
- Advanced education in Business Administration, Finance or Economics and Public Administration
- Five or more years successfully managing Budget and Finance toward achieving business goals for medium to large companies or government institutions
- Organizational skills and proactive approach to problem solving
- Advanced knowledge of enterprise systems and Microsoft Office suite programs
- Ability to manipulate large sets of data as well as excellent insight into the key drivers
- Excellent communications skills with all levels of management and staff
- Knowledge and experience in identifying, creating and implementing innovative solutions that have improved operations to offer a better service to customers
Location:
WCOBRaleigh, NC 27602
Employment Type:
Regular
Work Schedule:
Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm
Hiring Range: 88,538.
Market Range: 88,538.
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 10/9/2026
What Makes Wake GreatConsistently 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…
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