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.

40 JOB(S) AT Wake County Government

  • Assistant County Attorney - Sheriff

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 14, 2025
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Legal Services
    • Public Safety
  • Plumbing, Mechanical & Electrical Inspector - General or Senior Level- Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 14, 2025
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Family & Children Medicaid - Eligibility Caseworker I

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 14, 2025
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
    • Legal Services
  • Human Resources Technician (95%-98% remote)

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 14, 2025
    • Human Resources and Personnel
  • Equitable Housing & Community Development Division Director - Hybrid

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 14, 2025
    • Administration and Management
    • Community and Economic Development
    • Housing
  • Social Services Administrative Director

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 14, 2025
    • Administration and Management
    • Human and Social Services
  • Deputy Director of Social Services - Programs

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 14, 2025
    • Administration and Management
    • Human and Social Services
    • Other
  • Deputy Sheriff Cadet

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 10, 2025
    • Public Safety
    • Other
  • Customer Service Specialist - Southern Regional Center

    • Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 10, 2025
    • Customer Service
  • Community Development Specialist - Hybrid

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 10, 2025
    • Community and Economic Development
  • Permanency Services - Social Worker - Tiered Sign On Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Wake Forest, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 09, 2025
    • Human and Social Services
  • Plumbing Trades Specialist 2nd Shift- Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 09, 2025
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Landscape Maintenance Senior Technician- Tiered Sign-On Bonus Up To $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 09, 2025
    • Building Maintenance
    • Engineering
    • Grounds and Landscaping Services
    • Sciences and Laboratory
  • TB Clinic Registered Nurse (Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000)

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 09, 2025
    • Public Health
  • Deputy Director of Public Health - Community Health

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 09, 2025
    • Administration and Management
    • Public Health
    • Other
  • HVAC Trades Specialist 3rd Shift- Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 08, 2025
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
    • Utilities
  • Program Integrity Quality Assurance Reviewer

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 07, 2025
    • Planning and Development
  • Department Program Auditor (Hybrid)

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 06, 2025
    • Accounting and Finance
  • Bilingual Community Testing Counselor

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 06, 2025
    • Human and Social Services
    • Legal Services
  • Long Range Planning Director

    • Raleigh, North Carolina
    • WAKE COUNTY, NC
    • May 03, 2025
    • Administration and Management
    • Planning and Development

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.