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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

Deputy Chief Financial Officer
Member Organization:
Orange County
The work involves the responsibility for assisting the Chief Financial Officer in ensuring all financial matters meet the requirements of the NC Local Government Fiscal Control Act, conforms with the laws and regulations within the NC General Statutes and managing the financial framework that includes policy, systems, audit, and reporting based on government accounting and auditing standards.
Closing date:
Deputy Fire Chief
Member Organization:
Carrboro
Performs difficult professional and administrative work assisting with the planning and directing of the fire operations division of the town. Oversees the operations division activities; assists with personnel matters and disciplinary processes; responds to emergency incidents to assist or assume command; investigates citizen complaints; serving as Acting Fire Chief in his/her absence.
Closing date:
Fire Inspector
Member Organization:
Carrboro
The purpose of this position is to provide fire code inspections and enforcement in commercial occupancies within the Town and provide technical support to Town employees, property owners, and developers on matters of code compliance and safety. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Fire Marshal.
Closing date:
Senior Parking Manager
Member Organization:
Durham
The City of Durham is seeking an innovative and visionary leader to serve as the Senior Parking Manager, overseeing our Parking Division. In this pivotal leadership role, you will manage the City's parking operations and facilities, ensuring that our services consistently achieve the highest standards of excellence and efficiency.
Closing date:
Planning Technician
Member Organization:
Hillsborough
The planning technician (hiring range: $47,655-72,848) is the point of contact for residents, businesses, developers, and others, provides administrative support for the Planning Division, and is responsible for developing and tracking of public communication. Knowledge of regulations and permitting, building plans, mapping systems, and administrative processes is needed for this position.
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Solid Waste Equip Operator I
Member Organization:
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.
Closing date:
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.