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Job Description
NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT IS ONLY OPEN TO INTERNAL WAKE COUNTY EMPLOYEES AND CONTRACTORS. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ENTER YOUR UNIQUE ID FROM YOUR EMPLOYEE ID BADGE ON YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
What You'll Be Doing
Wake County Government is seeking an experienced and driven professional to lead our Parking and Fuel operations. As the Parking and Fuel Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing the day-to-day management of the County’s parking infrastructure, including both public and private facilities. You will also manage the County’s parking contract, ensuring efficiency and compliance with service standards. In addition, you will be responsible for overseeing commercial and private fuel sites, managing fuel inventories, ordering and contractor relationships.
This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on essential government operations that support the mobility and service readiness of departments across the County. If you're a proactive leader with a strong background in operations management and logistics, we invite you to bring your expertise to Wake County and help us continue delivering high-quality service to our community.
Essential Functions:- Oversee County Parking Operations: Manage daily operations, contracts and vendor performance for public and private parking facilities serving over 1,500 employees and the public; ensure policy compliance, access control, revenue tracking and system data integrity
- Lead Fuel Management for County Fleet: Direct operations across Commercial and County-owned fuel sites, including inventory control, equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance, commercial fuel card management and reconciliation for over 1 million gallons of fuel annually
- Manage Contracts and Financial Oversight: Administer multiple high-value contracts related to parking and fuel systems, including service providers, software vendors and maintenance partners; monitor and report on budgets which exceeds $4 million in combined annual expenditures/revenues
- Supervise and Develop Staff: Provide leadership to direct reports including a Parking Supervisor; manage recruitment, training, performance evaluation and operational planning to ensure high-functioning, customer-focused service delivery
- Provide skillsets that include: Researching and developing strategies and solutions, human resource experience to recruit, hire and develop, developing procedures, protocols and standard operating procedures
About Our Team
Wake County Fleet Operation is a division of General Services Administration department. Our mission is to provide a well-managed competitive, environmentally responsible Fleet to Wake County and its customers. Our team is continually ranked in the national Top 100 Best Fleets. Our goal is to keep our team fully trained and certified. We serve our community by keeping our ambulance, law enforcement, and service vehicles on the road and safe!
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
- Bachelor's degree
- Three years of job-related experience
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
- Experience with Wake County parking and fueling operations
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
- Demonstrated experience in contract management, including oversight of service vendors, negotiating terms and ensuring compliance with performance standards
- Strong financial and data analysis skills, including budget oversight, revenue reconciliation, inventory control and regulatory reporting
- Proficiency in facilities or fleet management software systems, such as FM Interact, fuel tracking systems, parking management systems or access control platforms
- Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills, with the ability to engage with internal departments, external contractors and community partners effectively
About This Position
Location: General Services Center Raleigh, NC 27610
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00am-4:00pm may vary
Hiring Range: 66270 - 89467
Market Range: 66,270.00 - 112,663.00
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 5/21/2025
What Makes Wake Great
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement
Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Wake County Government
Show moreWake County Government provides services including tax collection, library services, local parks administration, planning and permitting, health and human services, law enforcement and more. Wake County is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners.
Consistently rated as one of the best places to live and work in America, Wake County, North Carolina is home to NC State University, Shaw University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. Wake County is also the center of state government, with our Capitol Building, legislature and many government offices located in Raleigh.
Wake County is the most populous County in North Carolina. The County consists of 12 municipalities and includes Raleigh, the county seat and state capital. A unique mix of urban and rural small towns distinguishes Wake County from other counties and provides something for every lifestyle.
Employee Benefits
Employees enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, generous paid leave, investment in professional development, and a balance of work and family life. We offer a diverse selection of benefits to choose from, allowing employees to customize their benefits package to meet their family’s unique needs.
Our comprehensive benefits and wellness programs are the rewards that go beyond the paycheck, including a 5% employer contribution to NC 401(k); on-site Employee Health Centers; employee assistance programs; and medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. The County also offers a generous paid leave program that includes sick, annual, community service, parental, military and bereavement leave. These benefits, along with our award-winning wellness programs, set us apart as an employer of choice and affirm our commitment to supporting employees and their families, both inside and outside of work.
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