The City of Charlotte is hiring. Here are 10 open jobs that pay over $80K

The City of Charlotte has a wide range of temporary, part-time and full-time positions available right now, including several that offer six-figure pay.

If you’re on the hunt for a new job, we’ve rounded up some of the top-paying openings currently listed (as of Monday, Dec. 1) on the city’s career site.

Below, you’ll see each role’s title, a brief overview of the position and a link to the official posting, where you can learn more and submit an application.

You can browse the complete list of open roles anytime at charlottenc.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com.

Job openings at the City of Charlotte

Building Maintenance Manager

• Department: Aviation Department
• Posted salary: $101,140-$126,425
• Job description: “Located at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, the Facilities Building Maintenance Manager is responsible for maintaining the appearance and function of the Airport’s 98 buildings, which include a terminal facility with over 2 million square feet, in accordance with federal, state, local and department requirements and standards, by scheduling and overseeing the work of employees performing essential maintenance and repair.”
• Deadline: Friday, Dec. 5

Cyber Security Supervisor

• Department: Innovation and Technology Department
• Posted salary: $122,936-$153,669
• Job description: “This position’s area of responsibility is in supervising and leading initiatives for the Identity and Access Management team. This includes responsibility for managing and monitoring specific cyber security information systems by ensuring compliance, leading the response to cyber security incidents, and researching and maintaining awareness of the latest cyber threats and vulnerabilities.”
• Deadline: Wednesday, Dec. 3

Director of Strategy and Performance Management

• Department: Charlotte Area Transit System Department
• Posted salary: $122,936-$153,669.00
• Job description: “The Director of Strategy and Performance Management serves as a strategic thought partner leading the development and implementation of enterprise wide planning and performance management initiatives across the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS).”
• Deadline: Wednesday, Dec. 3

Engineering Project Manager

• Department: Charlotte Water Department 
• Posted salary: $83,208-$104,010
• Job description: “This position provides management duties on an infrastructure project from conception to warranty for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Work involves managing all phases of a project, including planning, procurement, preliminary engineering, design, bidding and construction.”
• Deadline: Sunday, Dec. 7

Engineering Project Manager (Major Program)

• Department: Storm Water Services Department
• Posted salary: $83,208-$104,010
• Job description: “This position manages engineering consultants who perform project planning, design, and construction administration. It is responsible for managing multiple active projects of varying scope, complexity, and budget. Project budgets can range from $100,000 to over $5 million.”
• Deadline: Friday, Dec. 5

Engineering Project Manager Senior

• Department: General Services Department
• Posted salary: $87,368-$109,210
• Job description: “This senior-level role is ideal for project management professionals who excel at managing consultant-led design projects, mentoring staff, and delivering high-impact transportation infrastructure.”
• Deadline: Monday, Dec. 15

Public Private Partnership Coordinator

• Department: Economic Development Department 
• Posted salary: $83,208-$104,010
• Job description: “This position evaluates, plans, and executes complex public private partnership initiatives from inception through completion. Supports executive leadership in negotiating infrastructure reimbursement agreements, coordinates cross-departmental efforts, and ensures projects advance the City’s goals for equitable and sustainable development.”
• Deadline: Monday, Dec. 15

Senior Engineer

• Department: Storm Water Services Department
• Posted salary: $87,368-$109,210
• Job description: “This position is involved in managing consultant contracts and providing technical expertise and guidance for storm drainage improvement projects.”
• Deadline: Friday, Dec. 12

Senior Engineer (Land Development)

• Department: Storm Water Services Department
• Posted salary: $87,368-$109,210
• Job description: “This position is based in Storm Water Services Land Development Section and is primarily responsible for reviewing and approving construction plans for compliance with City Storm Water regulations and development standards.”
• Deadline: Friday, Dec. 12

Veterinarian

• Department: General Services Department 
• Posted salary: $96,323-$120,404
• Job description: “This position, located within the Medical Services Division of Animal Care & Control, performs professional work in examining and treating shelter animals, performing surgery, monitoring and maintaining preventive healthcare programs, providing medical analysis on animal cruelty cases and other cases involving animals.”
• Deadline: Sunday, Dec. 28

This story published online Monday, Dec. 1, so some application deadlines may have passed by print publication.

Evan Moore

The Charlotte Observer

Evan Moore is a service journalism reporter for the Charlotte Observer. He grew up in Denver, North Carolina, where he previously worked as a reporter for the Denver Citizen, and is a UNC Charlotte graduate.