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This is an exciting time to work in local government in our region and there are so many new career paths to choose from. Whether you are interested in community planning, marketing, IT, public safety, or environmental health, you can Work Local through local government.

You may be familiar with the phrase "Shop Local"... In our region, we use the phrase "Work Local" to showcase the immense benefit you can bring to your community by working for a city, town, or county.

Explore open opportunities below.

Submitting Job Opportunities

CPRC member governments can post job opportunities for free using the link below. 

SUBMIT A JOB OPPORTUNITY

Communciatiosn Specialist
Member Organization:
Sanford
The City of Sanford is seeking an individual to serve as a key storyteller, using a variety of mediums to share the work of the City of Sanford and celebrate our innovative spirit. The Communications Specialist will work as part of a team, developing new content that aligns with the City of Sanford’s Strategic Framework through compelling photos and video. Incumbent willuse a wide range of media.
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Equipment Operator
Member Organization:
Hillsborough
The equipment operator position is in the town's Public Works Division. As an Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for operating motorized light- to heavy-weight equipment to maintain and repair town property and streets, maintaining parks and trails, and providing solid waste collection services. Emergency and safety services may be required. Good public communication skills are a must.
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Police Officer
Member Organization:
Hillsborough
Police officers are responsible for patrolling town streets and neighborhoods to preserve public peace, protect lives, property and rights of the public, and enforce statutory law and municipal ordinances. They respond to calls for law enforcement assistance, gather information for criminal investigations, patrol the streets, and collaborate with community members.
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Planning Supervisor
Member Organization:
Pinehurst
Supervises planners and specialists and performs journey level planning work in a variety of projects for current and long-range planning and development efforts. Work involves preparing and presenting technical data and reports for various Boards and Commissions and providing technical assistance to the public. Next review of applications September 23rd.
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Engineering Director
Member Organization:
Clayton
* Salary Grade SG124* $103,809.00 - $187,846.00 * * Recruitment Range: $123,392.00 - $150,379.00* * Salary Offered Will Be Determined Based On Directly Related Experience ** Work Location Is Town Hall 111 East Second Street, Clayton, NC (Johnston County) * The Town Of Clayton Is Seeking Applicants For An Engineering Director, visit Town's website for full description and to apply. Expires 9/30/24.
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Police Lieutenant
Member Organization:
Carrboro
Performs difficult protective service and intermediate administrative work supervising and participating in a variety of law enforcement, support or special duty police assignments. Work is performed under emergency conditions and involves personal hazard. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Police Captain. Supervision is exercised over Police Officers.
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Utility Engineer
Member Organization:
Fuquay Varina

**$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS** Employees in this job function as professional public utilities engineers, completing or overseeing a variety of professional engineering activities directed towards participating in the planning, design, construction, and project management of a variety of development projects as it pertains to public utilities (water & sewer operations). A North Carolina Professional Engineer License required.

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Operations & Maintenance Specialist II
Member Organization:
Durham County

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The purpose of the Operations & Maintenance II position is to perform, as lead, routine skilled and technical work in the operation of the Triangle Wastewater Treatment Plant (TWWTP). Must possess a NC Biological Wastewater Grade III Certification.

Police Officer
Member Organization:
Carrboro

Performs intermediate protective service work involving a variety of law enforcement or special duty police assignments; does related work as required. Work is performed under emergency conditions and involves personal hazard. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Police Supervisor.