New Hanover County, NC Jobs

29 open positions

29 current openings at New Hanover County, NC across 12 departments. Listed pay $17.46–$40.24/hr · $36k–$156k/yr. Updated daily from the employer's own postings.

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Firefighter/Apparatus Operator

New Hanover County, NC · FIRE SERVICES · Closes Oct 12

North Carolina, United States Full-time $56,351 - $65,129

New Hanover County is accepting applications for a full-time Firefighter/Apparatus Operator, where selected applicants meeting the requirements for and successfully completing an assessment will be selected to fill…

FirefightingEmergency responseBasic emergency medical careFire inspections
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Trades Technician

New Hanover County, NC · FACILITIES MANAGEMENT · Closes Oct 12

Wilmington Full-time $36,325 - $49,038

The New Hanover County Facilities Management Department is seeking a Trades Technician to perform repairs on County facilities including general maintenance and carpentry duties such as: painting; plumbing; roof and…

General mechanical operations
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Permitting Specialist

New Hanover County, NC · PERMITTING · Closes Oct 13

New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States Full-time $40,048 - $68,081

New Hanover County’s Building Safety Permitting department is looking for customer-focused, computer-savvy Permitting Specialists who enjoy helping people navigate the permitting process.

Microsoft WordExcelComputer skillsCustomer service
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Museum Exhibit Technician (part-time)

New Hanover County, NC · CAPE FEAR MUSEUM · Closes Oct 14

Wilmington Part-time $17 / hour

The Cape Fear Museum is seeking a part-time Museum Exhibit Technician to perform maintenance and upkeep, install and assist in fabrication of both permanent and temporary exhibitions and conduct preventative and routine…

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Administrative Supervisor

New Hanover County, NC · Health and Human Services · Closes Oct 19

North Carolina, United States Full-time $48,678 - $65,715

New Hanover County Health and Human Services is looking for an Administrative Supervisor to provide centralized oversight of administrative support functions across Health & Human Services.

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Detention Officer

New Hanover County, NC

New Hanover County, NC, United States Full-time $19 - $33 / hour

The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office seeks a dedicated Detention Officer to ensure the safety and security of inmates at the county detention facility.

Process inmate intakePatrol and maintain orderInspect cells and confiscate contrabandEscort inmates to visits and court
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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School Nurse (Public Health Nurse)

New Hanover County, NC

New Hanover County, NC, United States Full-time $24 - $40 / hour

School Health Department of New Hanover County seeks experienced Public Health School Nurses to provide 10‑month nursing services to over 26,000 students across 45 schools.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Code Compliance Official

New Hanover County, NC

New Hanover County, NC, United States Full-time $53,668 - $91,234

New Hanover County seeks a Code Compliance Official to ensure adherence to commercial and residential construction codes.

Knowledge of North Carolina technical codesProficiency with modern office technologyStrong interpersonal skills
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Telecommunicator

New Hanover County, NC

Wilmington Full-time $44,152 - $75,059 / year

Telecommunicator position at New Hanover County's 911 Public Safety Communications Center.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Spanish and English Interpreter (Casual Part Time)

New Hanover County, NC

New Hanover County, NC, United States Part-time $18 - $18 / hour

New Hanover County seeks a bilingual Spanish‑English interpreter to bridge communication between citizens and 911 telecommunicators during emergency and non‑emergency calls.

Bilingual communicationInterpretationMultitaskingCalm under pressure
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Social Worker (Child Protective Services)

New Hanover County, NC

Wilmington Full-time $59,168 - $100,586 / year

Social Worker in Child Protective Services supports families by assessing abuse and neglect, providing direct services, developing case plans, and ensuring child safety through field visits and documentation.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Mid

New Hanover County, NC

New Hanover County, NC, United States Full-time $44,152 - $75,059

Human Services Caseworker at New Hanover County Department of Social Services supports citizens in need of economic assistance.

Case managementEligibility determinationData entryCustomer service
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Plumbing Trades Specialist

New Hanover County, NC

Wilmington Full-time $42,050 - $71,486 / year

New Hanover County seeks an experienced Plumbing Trades Specialist to support daily operations and long-term functionality of county facilities.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Human Services Caseworker Supervisor (Long-Term Care)

New Hanover County, NC · SOCIAL SERVICES · Open until filled

Wilmington Full-time $53,668 - $91,234
NC FAST proficiencysupervisory experience
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Stormwater Maintenance Worker

New Hanover County, NC · ENGINEERING · Open until filled

New Hanover County, NC, United States Full-time $40,048 - $68,081

Stormwater Services Division of New Hanover County Engineering builds and maintains the county's stormwater drainage infrastructure.

Heavy equipment operationVehicle drivingWaterway clearanceTool maintenance
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Plans Examiner Specialist

New Hanover County, NC · BUILDING SAFETY INSPECTIONS · Open until filled

New Hanover County, NC, United States Full-time $62,126 - $105,615

Building Safety Department of New Hanover County ensures code compliance and safe development.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Social Services Manager - Adult Services

New Hanover County, NC · SOCIAL SERVICES · Open until filled

New Hanover County, NC, United States Full-time $79,291 - $134,795

New Hanover County Social Services Department is seeking a Social Services Manager for the Adult Services unit to provide leadership, direction, and oversight for programs that promote the safety, health, stability, and…

Social work supervisionAdult services program managementRegulatory complianceBudget and fiscal oversight
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Chief Project Engineer - Stormwater Services

New Hanover County, NC · ENGINEERING · Open until filled

New Hanover County, NC, United States Full-time $83,256 - $141,533

New Hanover County's Engineering Department seeks a Chief Project Engineer (Stormwater Services) to lead stormwater and drainage infrastructure design and management for the County's Stormwater Services Program.

Project managementRegulatory oversightEngineering designsCost estimates
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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IT Public Safety Analyst

New Hanover County, NC · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY · Open until filled

New Hanover County, NC, United States Full-time $62,126 - $105,615

New Hanover County's Information Technology Department is hiring an IT Public Safety Analyst to analyze, plan, procure, design, install, and maintain application systems across all Public Safety Departments.

SQLRelational databasesApplication integrationAPIs
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Chief Information Officer, Deputy

New Hanover County, NC · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY · Open until filled

North Carolina, United States Full-time $91,789 - $156,042

New Hanover County is seeking an experienced and strategic technology leader to serve as Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO).

Building and leading high-performing teams
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About New Hanover County, NC jobs

New Hanover County, NC has 29 open positions, mostly in Wilmington. Openings include Firefighter/Apparatus Operator, Trades Technician and Permitting Specialist. The departments hiring most are SOCIAL SERVICES, ENGINEERING and INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY. Typical posted pay is $60k–$84k/yr or $18–$28.66/hr.

Pay by opening

Each opening's posted range; bars compare them as full-time yearly pay.

Chief Information Officer, Deputy
$92k–$156k/yr
Chief Project Engineer - Stormwater Services
$83k–$142k/yr
Social Services Manager - Adult Services
$79k–$135k/yr
Plans Examiner Specialist
$62k–$106k/yr
IT Public Safety Analyst
$62k–$106k/yr
Social Worker (Child Protective Services)Wilmington
$59k–$101k/yr
Code Compliance Official
$54k–$91k/yr
Human Services Caseworker Supervisor (Long-Term Care)Wilmington
$54k–$91k/yr
School Nurse (Public Health Nurse)
$23.67–$40.24/hr
TelecommunicatorWilmington
$44k–$75k/yr
Mid
$44k–$75k/yr
Plumbing Trades SpecialistWilmington
$42k–$71k/yr
Permitting Specialist
$40k–$68k/yr
Detention Officer
$19.25–$32.73/hr
Stormwater Maintenance Worker
$40k–$68k/yr
Administrative Supervisor
$49k–$66k/yr
Firefighter/Apparatus Operator
$56k–$65k/yr
Trades TechnicianWilmington
$36k–$49k/yr
Spanish and English Interpreter (Casual Part Time)
$18/hr
Museum Exhibit Technician (part-time)Wilmington
$17.46/hr

Openings by department

SOCIAL SERVICES
5
ENGINEERING
3
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
2
PUBLIC HEALTH
2
FIRE SERVICES
1
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
1
PERMITTING
1
CAPE FEAR MUSEUM
1
Health and Human Services
1
BUILDING SAFETY INSPECTIONS
1

Top skills at New Hanover County, NC

How many open postings ask for each skill.

Customer service
3 jobs
Excel
2 jobs
NC FAST
2 jobs
Data analysis
2 jobs
GIS
2 jobs
MSW
2 jobs
BSW
2 jobs
social work
2 jobs

Pay by role at New Hanover County, NC

RoleLatest posted payPostings
Social Worker$59,168–$100,586/yr9
Human Services Caseworker$53,668–$91,234/yr5

New Hanover County, NC Jobs: FAQ

How many jobs does New Hanover County have open?

New Hanover County, NC has 29 open positions on NextGig, gathered from its own job postings and refreshed daily.

Which New Hanover County departments are hiring?

The departments with the most openings are SOCIAL SERVICES, ENGINEERING, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, PUBLIC HEALTH, FIRE SERVICES.

What does New Hanover County pay?

Across openings that list pay, the posted range is $17.46–$40.24/hr · $36k–$156k/yr.

Which New Hanover County jobs close soon?

4 openings close within the next 7 days.