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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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Finance Officer
Member Organization:
Selma
An employee in this class plans, organizes, and directs the disbursement and accounting of revenues and expenditures for the Town. Work involves supervision and participation in accounting, collections, utility billing and customer service, payroll, and purchasing for the Town. Responsible for yearly audit and working collaboratively with the Town Manager during the town budget process.
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Human Resources Director
Member Organization:
Wilson's Mills
Salary range is $66,000 to $99,165. The Town of Wilson’s Mills, a growing rural community in Johnston County, is currently seeking a qualified and motivated professional to serve as its full-time, on-site Human Resources Director. The Director will oversee HR functions, as well as supporting strategic planning initiatives and fostering a positive workplace culture.
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Finance Director
Member Organization:
Knightdale
We’re hiring a Finance Director to help shape the financial future of our growing town. If you’re a collaborative leader with municipal finance experience and a heart for public service, we want to hear from you!
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Deputy Town Clerk
Member Organization:
Morrisville
Performs highly visible, responsible, administrative, and professional work in support of the day-to-day operations of the Town Clerk’s Office. Independently performs advanced administrative work in support of the Senior Leadership Team and Town Council. Work requires high attention to detail and will include a substantial amount of public and inter-department contact at the professional level.
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Planner II
Member Organization:
Moore County
HIRING RANGE: $67,170 - $81,646 OPENING DATE: May 30, 2025 CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled TO APPLY: Visit https://www.moorecountync.gov EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree from an appropriately accredited institution in Planning, Architecture, Public Policy, or related area of study and four (4) years of work-related experience OR Master’s Degree from an appropriately
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Information Technology Manager
Member Organization:
Hillsborough
The IT manager leads Hillsborough’s strategic planning and technology implementation, including reviewing and evaluating new technology, planning for future needs, and defining the direction for IT infrastructure, security and training. Responsibilities include supervising the town’s information technology systems and projects, including the contractor providing end-user support to 130 employees.
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Planning Director
Member Organization:
Carrboro
The Town of Carrboro seeks an experienced and highly efficient Planning Director to lead and manage its Planning Department. This role involves complex professional and administrative work in planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising planning, zoning, the Town's building permitting, minimum housing, and inspection programs, services, and staff.
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Project Manager
Member Organization:
Clayton
* Salary Grade 117* * Recruitment Range: $73,768.00 - $92,120.00* ** Salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience ** * Work Location is Town Hall Clayton, NC (Johnston County) * The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Project Manager for the Engineering Department. View full job detail on Town's website & to officially apply.
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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.