Cary’s Planning and Community Development Department is seeking an experienced planning professional to join our team as a Planner II or Senior Planner. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in reviewing development plans and plats, supporting quality development, and helping guide responsible growth in our community. Learn more and apply today!
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Apex
Join our HR team as a trusted partner to Town departments! Provide guidance across benefits, leave, employee relations, onboarding, recruiting, and performance management. Build strong relationships with leaders and employees while delivering strategic, people-focused HR support that strengthens our organization. Resumes and cover letters required. Full details in the job posting at apexnc.org.
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Carthage
The Town of Carthage Police Department is seeking experienced, motivated law enforcement professionals to serve as Police Detectives. Join a growing, community-focused department where your investigative skills, judgment, and initiative can make a direct impact. Applications accepted until both positions are filled.
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Carrboro
The Public Works Director leads Carrboro’s Public Works Department under the Assistant Town Manager, supervising department personnel and overseeing operations, budgets, infrastructure, capital projects, and services including streets, solid waste, fleet, facilities, and grounds. Provides technical expertise, recommends policies, and represents the Town with local and regional agencies. Apply Now!
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Carthage
The Town of Carthage invites qualified candidates to apply for Chief of Police. Carthage is the county seat of Moore County and is experiencing continued development. The Town seeks an ethical, progressive and community-focused law-enforcement executive who can lead approximately 13 full-time officers while preparing the department for the community Carthage will require in the next 5 - 10 years.
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Carrboro
The Public Works Director leads Carrboro’s Public Works Department under the direction of the Assistant Town Manager, overseeing staff, operations, budgets, infrastructure, capital projects, and services including streets, solid waste, fleet, facilities, and grounds. Provides technical expertise, recommends policies, and represents the Town with agencies and community organizations.
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Pittsboro
Pittsboro is one of North Carolina's fastest-growing communities, and with growth comes opportunity. As new neighborhoods, businesses, infrastructure investments, and community initiatives continue to transform the Town, we are hiring a Planner II/Senior Planner position to help guide Pittsboro's future.
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Wilson's Mills
The Town Manager performs difficult management, professional, and administrative duties, under the direction of the Town Council, as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Town. SALARY GRADE: 34 $94,858 – $142,287 Annually FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
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