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.

39 JOB(S) AT Wake County Government

  • Patient Access Representative - TB Clinic (Part-Time)

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 22, 2025
    • Education and Training
  • Librarian

    • Wendell, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 22, 2025
    • Library Services
  • School Health Registered Nurse (Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000)

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 22, 2025
    • Public Health
  • HVAC Trades Specialist- Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 20, 2025
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
    • Utilities
  • Food & Nutrition Services - Eligibility Caseworker I

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 19, 2025
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
    • Legal Services
    • Nutrition and Food Services
  • Bridge to Home Administrator - Hybrid

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 19, 2025
    • Administration and Management
  • Scale House Attendant - 4 day work week

    • Apex, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 19, 2025
    • Environmental Services
  • Human Resources Business Partner (Hybrid)

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 19, 2025
    • Human Resources and Personnel
  • Registered Nurse - Permanent Housing and Support Services - Tiered Sign-on Bonus up to $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 18, 2025
    • Housing
    • Public Health
  • Department Systems Supervisor

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 17, 2025
    • Administrative Analysis and Research
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Department Business Manager - Public Health

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 17, 2025
    • Administration and Management
    • Public Health
  • Park Technician - Programming & Education - Historic Yates Mill and Crowder County Park

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 15, 2025
    • Education and Training
    • Parks and Recreation
  • Park Technician of Operations - Crowder County Park and Historic Yates Mill

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 15, 2025
    • Parks and Recreation
  • EMS Assistant Chief of Community Outreach

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 15, 2025
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Administration and Management
    • Fire and EMS
    • Human and Social Services
  • Food & Nutrition Services - Eligibility Team Lead

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 15, 2025
    • Administration and Management
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
    • Nutrition and Food Services
  • Deputy Fire Marshal - Fire Inspector

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 12, 2025
    • Code Enforcement and Inspections
    • Court Administration
    • Fire and EMS
    • Other
  • Women's Health Clinic Registered Nurse (Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000)

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 12, 2025
    • Education and Training
    • Public Health
  • Women's Health Clinic Registered Nurse (Prenatal) - Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 12, 2025
    • Education and Training
    • Public Health
  • Physician - Tiered Sign-On Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Wake Forest, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 12, 2025
    • Public Health
  • Permanency Services/Licensing - Social Worker - Tiered Sign-On Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Cary, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • Jul 12, 2025
    • Human and Social Services
    • Regulatory and Licensing

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.