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.

47 JOB(S) AT Wake County Government

  • Plans & Permits Specialist (Hybrid)

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 07, 2025
    • Human and Social Services
  • Paramedic - Tiered Sign-on Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 07, 2025
    • Public Health
  • Appraiser

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 07, 2025
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Real Estate
  • Outreach Communications Specialist

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 07, 2025
    • Community Relations or PR and Marketing
    • Human and Social Services
  • Patient Access Representative - STD Clinic

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 07, 2025
    • Education and Training
  • Permanency Services - Social Worker - Tiered Sign On Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 06, 2025
    • Human and Social Services
  • Database Engineer - 100% Remote

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 06, 2025
    • Engineering
    • Information Technology and Communication Services
  • Animal Health Care Receiving Technician - 4 day work week

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 06, 2025
    • Animal Control or Services
    • Public Health
  • Certified Medical Assistant

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 06, 2025
    • Public Health
  • Part-Time Library Assistant - Various Locations

    • Knightdale, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 05, 2025
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Library Services
  • Family & Children Medicaid - Eligibility Caseworker I

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 05, 2025
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
    • Legal Services
  • Patient Access Representative

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 04, 2025
    • Education and Training
  • Child Protective Services Supervisor

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 04, 2025
    • Administrative Analysis and Research
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
    • Human and Social Services
  • GIS Analyst - Hybrid 60% Remote

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 04, 2025
    • Administrative Analysis and Research
    • GIS and Surveying
  • Medical Biller & Coder (Hybrid)

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 01, 2025
    • Public Health
    • Records Management
  • Board of Elections Staffing Specialist

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 01, 2025
    • Municipal or County Clerk
    • Political or Public Affairs
  • Board of Elections Logistics Specialist

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 01, 2025
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
    • Municipal or County Clerk
    • Political or Public Affairs
  • Crime Scene Specialist

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 01, 2025
    • Criminology and Forensics
  • Systems Administrator - Business Systems - Hybrid - 20% Remote

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Feb 01, 2025
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Information Technology and Communication Services
  • Child Protective Services (In-Home) - Social Worker - Tiered Sign-On Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jan 29, 2025
    • Human and Social Services

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.