Dix Park Conservancy Competitors

Air, water, food, shelter, income: nature sustains every aspect of our lives. That's why protecting and conserving nature isn't just a matter of common sense. It's the smartest investment we can make. Since our founding in 1951, The Nature Conservancy has harnessed the power of nature to help solve our planet’s most challenging problems. And while the stakes are high, so is our resolve: to create a world where everyone thrives alongside nature for generations to come. We do this by working hand in hand with communities around the world. By committing to a science-based, non-partisan approach that’s stood the test of time. And by bringing people together, from all walks of life, to find common ground in nature.

The City of Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina and home to several colleges and universities, with a vibrant performing arts community. Fueled by an impressive mix of education, ingenuity and collaboration, Raleigh has become an internationally recognized leader in life science and technology innovation. The City has been listed as one of the fastest growing cities for many years — the current population is about 475,000 people, up from 291,141 in the 2000 Census. Raleigh is known for its high quality of life for its residents. Together with Chapel Hill and Durham, Raleigh forms the Research Triangle Park. The Raleigh-Cary metropolitan area includes Wake, Franklin and Johnston counties with a population of almost 1.4 million. Below are some recent national recognitions for Raleigh: • Raleigh is the 2nd Best State Capital for Safety & More – WalletHub, February 2023 • Raleigh is the 2nd Most Climate-Resilient City – Architectural Digest, February 2023 • Raleigh is 8th Biggest Boomtown – LendingTree, February 2023 • Raleigh is #4 Best U.S. City for Work/Life Balance & Mental Health – Coworking Café Study, January 2023 • Raleigh ranks 10th among 415 cities as best place for college students to live – WalletHub, December 2022 • Raleigh ranks No. 1 as best place for veterans to call home – WalletHub, November 2022 We are regularly looking for talent from engineers and IT professionals to parks to police, and from entry level candidates to those with executive experience. The opportunities for growth, job satisfaction and quality of life are an important facet of calling Raleigh your employer as well as your home.

The City of Durham is "Where Careers Meet Community." Our employees create the environment that enables the Bull City to thrive. We reward them with an exceptional compensation package, opportunities for advancement and impact, and a supportive workplace that values their contributions – all in one of the nation’s most desirable places to live, work, and play. Ready to connect with a career that serves the Bull City? Visit DurhamNC.gov/Careers to view and apply for available jobs.