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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. 

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Member Organization:
Carrboro
Performs professional and intermediate administrative work related to Carrboro’s Stormwater Management Program, including office, field, and community-oriented work. Coordination will be needed with other professional, technical and support personnel. Tact and courtesy will be required in frequent contact with property owners, consultants, contractors, the general public and other Town staff.
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Member Organization:
Carrboro
Role oversees complex technical and intermediate administrative tasks related to street construction, maintenance, and repair, as well as storm drains and associated rights-of-way. Supervises landscaping and maintenance activities for public grounds, parks, playing fields, cemeteries, and other public facilities.
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Member Organization:
Carrboro
Performs intermediate skilled and semiskilled work in a variety of public works construction, maintenance and repair projects; occasionally operates specialized equipment in connection with tasks; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Crew Leader. High school diploma or GED and moderate experience in construction and maintenance work.
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Carrboro
Performs intermediate semiskilled work operating sanitation and related equipment in the collection and transportation of residential solid waste; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Solid Waste Supervisor. Combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in the operation of automotive equipment.
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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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Member Organization:
Hillsborough
Annual salary range: $38,915- $63,388. This position performs unskilled to semi-skilled work to repair and maintain the water collection and distribution systems, including installations, repairs, and maintenance. Position classification (trainee or level I, II, or III) and starting salary is dependent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience.
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Member Organization:
Chapel Hill
This position provides leadership and assists in the planning, organizing, and directing of operations of the Affordable Housing and Community Connections department working collaboratively with a high performing, energetic, fun, and diverse team.
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Member Organization:
Chapel Hill
The Housing Programs Coordinator will be responsible for planning, implementing, and managing affordable housing programs and projects, primarily including the Town’s Transitional Housing and Employee Housing Programs, and other programs as needs arise.
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Member Organization:
Carrboro
The Facilities Administrator performs difficult professional work in the planning, implementation, scheduling, and supervision of Town recreation facilities. The position is responsible for the administration of division operations, including both short and long-range strategic planning, budget management, risk management, and supervision of division personnel.
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Johnston County
The Johnston County Planning and Development Department has an immediate opening for a Senior Planner - Long Range Focus. Salary: $63,800.77 - $108,461.29 Annually Desired Education and Experience: Graduation from a four year college or university with a degree in planning, and three years experience as a professional planner which includes experience with long range planning. Apply online.
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Member Organization:
Raleigh
The GIS Specialist is responsible for field data collection and updating multiple datasets used to support Stormwater asset management and watershed planning. The position provides for the maintenance of spatial data by creating and editing features, integrating development plan sets and as-built surveys into our GIS dataset, and performing field investigations as needed.
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Member Organization:
Raleigh
The new Green Stormwater Infrastructure Operations Supervisor will join the Parks and Natural Resources Division within the Parks and Recreation Department and build a new team responsible for streamlining GSI maintenance and operations processes and helping coordinate staff engaged in this cross departmental effort aimed at maximizing the useful life and habitat benefits of GSI assets.
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Member Organization:
Chatham County
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the agency lead for Public Health Emergency Preparedness and the Infection Control Program, as well as provide support for communicable disease and clinical staff.
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Pinehurst
We are recruiting for our next Assistant Public Services Director to provide innovative leadership and project management for solid waste and streets and grounds maintenance. This department keeps Pinehurst running smoothly from street and right-of-way maintenance to managing solid waste and Village grounds. To learn more about this leadership opportunity, visit www.vopnc.org.
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Member Organization:
Cary
Cary is seeking a skilled facility project manager to join our team. We specialize in the adaptive design and management of diverse projects that are focused not only from the perspective of the owner, but in such a way as to create great outcomes for our community. More than just completing projects, our project managers must grasp how each initiative contributes to achieving Cary's broader goals
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Member Organization:
Raleigh
The Senior Engineering Supervisor reports to the Asset Management and Planning Manager and is responsible for developing and leading the watershed planning, asset management, and GIS and technology programs. This individual will lead development of the stormwater capital improvements program; supervise project managers responsible for a portfolio of planning and asset management projects and more.
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Member Organization:
Raleigh
This position, with a working title of Project Manager will collaborate with Stormwater Division staff, other City departments, consulting engineers, citizens, and stakeholders to help deliver Drainage Assistance (DA) and Capital Improvement (CIP) projects from planning, design, and through construction.
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Member Organization:
Robbins
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 hazards. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Police Supervisor.
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Member Organization:
Clayton
* Salary Grade SG 302* * Recruitment Range: $44,532.00 - $55,607.00*Salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience *Work Location is 653 Hwy 42 W, Clayton, NC (Johnston County) *The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Wastewater Treatment Operator for the Water Sewer Wastewater Treatment Plant Department. VIEW FULL JOB POST AND TO OFFICIALLY APPLY VISIT TOWN WEBSITE
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Member Organization:
Clayton
* Salary Grade SG309* * Recruitment Range: $70,416.00 - $87,940.00* Performs difficult technical, administrative and management work planning, organizing, and directing work of crews engaged in repair, replacement, and installation of water distribution and sewer collection lines, pumping stations and appurtenances. TO VIEW FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND OFFICIALLY APPLY VISIT TOWN WEBSITE.
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Member Organization:
Clayton
* Salary Grade SG 307 * Recruitment Range: $ 58,195.00 - $ 72,728.00 * * Salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience ** Work Location is 653 Hwy., 42 W., Clayton (Johnston County) * The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Reclamation Maintenance Supervisor for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND TO OFFICIALY APPLY VISIT TOWN WEBSITE.
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Member Organization:
Clayton
* Salary Grade SG304** Recruitment Range: $49,561.00 - $61,866.00* Salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience *** Work Location is 653 Hwy 42 W. Clayton, NC (Johnston County) * The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Instrumentation Control Technician for the Water Resources Department. FULL JOB DESCRIPTION & TO OFFICIALLY APPLY VISIT TOWN WEBSITE.
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Member Organization:
Clayton
* Salary Grade SG 304* * Recruitment Range: $49,561.00 - $61,866.00* Salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience *** Work Location is 653 Hwy. 42 W. Clayton, NC (Johnston County) * The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Crew Leader for the Water Resource Department, Water Sewer Division. FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND TO OFFICIALLY APPLY VISIT TOWN WEBSITE.
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