Wake County Government

Wake County Government

Employer Description

Wake County Government provides services including tax collection, library services, local parks administration, planning and permitting, health and human services, law enforcement and more. Wake County is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners.

Consistently rated as one of the best places to live and work in America, Wake County, North Carolina is home to NC State University, Shaw University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. Wake County is also the center of state government, with our Capitol Building, legislature and many government offices located in Raleigh.

Wake County is the most populous County in North Carolina. The County consists of 12 municipalities and includes Raleigh, the county seat and state capital. A unique mix of urban and rural small towns distinguishes Wake County from other counties and provides something for every lifestyle.

Employee Benefits

Employees enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, generous paid leave, investment in professional development, and a balance of work and family life. We offer a diverse selection of benefits to choose from, allowing employees to customize their benefits package to meet their family’s unique needs.

Our comprehensive benefits and wellness programs are the rewards that go beyond the paycheck, including a 5% employer contribution to NC 401(k); on-site Employee Health Centers; employee assistance programs; and medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. The County also offers a generous paid leave program that includes sick, annual, community service, parental, military and bereavement leave. These benefits, along with our award-winning wellness programs, set us apart as an employer of choice and affirm our commitment to supporting employees and their families, both inside and outside of work.

30 JOB(S) AT Wake County Government

  • Office Assistant

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jan 06, 2025
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Program Assistant

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jan 06, 2025
    • Project Management
  • Bilingual Customer Service Specialist - Health and Human Services

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jan 04, 2025
    • Customer Service
    • Human Resources and Personnel
    • Public Health
  • Park Manager

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jan 04, 2025
    • Parks and Recreation
  • Identification Supervisor

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jan 04, 2025
    • Administrative Analysis and Research
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • HIV/STD Outreach - Public Health Educator

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jan 03, 2025
    • Education and Training
    • Human and Social Services
    • Public Health
  • Librarian (Part-time)

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jan 03, 2025
    • Library Services
  • Child Protective Services Supervisor

    • Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Dec 31, 2024
    • Administrative Analysis and Research
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
    • Human and Social Services
  • Child Protective Services (In-Home) - Social Worker - Tiered Sign-On Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Dec 31, 2024
    • Human and Social Services
  • Certified Medical Assistant

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Dec 31, 2024
    • Public Health
  • Community Outreach Public Health Nurse - Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Dec 24, 2024
    • Human and Social Services
    • Public Health
  • Environmental Consultant - Soil Scientist

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Dec 24, 2024
    • Environmental Services
    • Sciences and Laboratory
  • EMS System Controller

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Dec 22, 2024
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Fire and EMS
  • Minority & Women Owned Business Enterprises Program Manager

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Dec 14, 2024
    • Education and Training
    • Project Management
  • Plumber Senior Technician- Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Dec 09, 2024
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
    • Engineering
    • Sciences and Laboratory
  • Clinic - Registered Nurse - Tiered Sign-On Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Zebulon, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Nov 28, 2024
    • Public Health
  • Construction Services Senior Technician- Tiered Sign-On Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Nov 28, 2024
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
    • Engineering
    • Sciences and Laboratory
  • Electrical Senior Technician 2nd Shift- Tiered Sign-On Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Nov 28, 2024
    • Engineering
    • Sciences and Laboratory
  • Physician - Tiered Sign-On Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Wake Forest, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Nov 05, 2024
    • Public Health
  • HVAC Senior Technician- Tiered Sign-on Bonus up to $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Sep 24, 2024
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
    • Engineering
    • Sciences and Laboratory
    • Utilities

Wake County Government

Wake County Government provides services including tax collection, library services, local parks administration, planning and permitting, health and human services, law enforcement and more. Wake County is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners.

Consistently rated as one of the best places to live and work in America, Wake County, North Carolina is home to NC State University, Shaw University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. Wake County is also the center of state government, with our Capitol Building, legislature and many government offices located in Raleigh.

Wake County is the most populous County in North Carolina. The County consists of 12 municipalities and includes Raleigh, the county seat and state capital. A unique mix of urban and rural small towns distinguishes Wake County from other counties and provides something for every lifestyle.

Employee Benefits

Employees enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, generous paid leave, investment in professional development, and a balance of work and family life. We offer a diverse selection of benefits to choose from, allowing employees to customize their benefits package to meet their family’s unique needs.

Our comprehensive benefits and wellness programs are the rewards that go beyond the paycheck, including a 5% employer contribution to NC 401(k); on-site Employee Health Centers; employee assistance programs; and medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. The County also offers a generous paid leave program that includes sick, annual, community service, parental, military and bereavement leave. These benefits, along with our award-winning wellness programs, set us apart as an employer of choice and affirm our commitment to supporting employees and their families, both inside and outside of work.