Environmental Programs Coordinator - City of Apex, NC : Job Details

TOWN OF APEX

invites applications for the position of:

Environmental Programs Coordinator

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $69,725.00 - 85,414.00

WORK LOCATION: Mason Street Municipal Building, 322 N. Mason St, Apex, NC 27502 USA

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

POSTING CLOSING DATE: November 18, 2025 at 7pm

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Performs complex work launching the Environmental Programs Team, strategizing Town environmental goals and plans, and developing full project initiatives that align with Town Council and resident priorities for the Town operations as a whole and the community at large.

This position reports to the Planning Director. Requires little or no direction on work subject only to policy or strategic guidance.

This position does not supervise.

A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:

* Builds a management structure for the Environmental Programs Team made up of various environmental-related positions across multiple departments and citizen committees.

* Works with the Town Forester, Water Resources stormwater staff, Sustainability Coordinator, Emergency Management Coordinator, Current Planning Manager, and other staff to ensure policy, programmatic, and educational initiatives are aligned across the organization and implemented in a coordinated way.

* Guides the Town's environmental efforts and coordinate the work of the Environmental Advisory Board, TreeCAP, and Bee City Committee.

* Serves as the staff liaison to the Environmental Advisory Board and coordinates with Board members, other Town staff, development community representatives, guest speakers, and residents.

* Cultivates community engagement through facilitating opportunities for connection through the Environmental Advisory Board, TreeCAP, and Bee City Committee.

* Participates in community-wide events, including the Town's Earth Day event, Apex EarthFest.

* Implements the Trees and Sustainability Plan, Hazard Mitigation Plan, and other Town Council directed initiatives.

* Develops analysis report and strategic projects to implement Town-wide initiatives towards achieving the Town's short- and long-range environmental goals.

* Mobilizes and supports initiatives driven by other Town departments and multi-departmental environmental efforts.

* Reviews policy changes and actively engages in tactics that drive the success of the Apex Environmental Programs.

* Researches, applies, and serves as Project Manager for grants that benefit the funding of Town-driven Environmental initiatives.

* Participates in regional workgroups and networks throughout North Carolina and the Southeast to positively influence and contribute to the evolving environmental field.

* Mentors the Environmental Programs Team to support growth within the various Environmental Programs by way of monthly meetings, trainings, and general leadership.

* Seeks growth opportunities in both education and experience that will enhance performance in leading the Environmental Programs Team, including through coursework, trainings, webinars, and workshops.

* Performs related tasks as required.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Position requires a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience (considerable), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Valid state-issued Class C driver's license or ability to obtain within 6 months.

WHAT WOULD SET YOU APART:

Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) preferred.

WHO WE ARE:

Known as The Peak of Good Living , the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of more than 75,000 and was ranked in 2015 as Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 540 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefits package, and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the 96% job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Not only is the Town The Peak of Good Living , but it's also a great place to work! We strive to reach the peak of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

* Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees

* 5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)

* Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS), 6% contribution by employee

* Traditional sick and vacation leave

* 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off per year (after completion of probation)

* $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)

* Paid parental, caregiver, and bereavement leave

* 13 paid holidays

* Longevity pay

* Tuition assistance

* Expansive wellness program, and more!

KEEP IN MIND:

Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.