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NC Cooperative Extension is seeking an Agriculture Technician. Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell. The ag technician will help determine program needs by monitoring trends and issues using input from appropriate Extension advisory committees and NC State University and NC A&T State University specialists. This position will work with row crop farmers to provide them with research based information. This position is responsible for staying up to date with the latest products and technologies offered. This position will spend time and effort, along with other staff to promote agriculture in Perquimans County. For more information on NC Cooperative Extension, click here.
Perquimans County Emergency Services has openings for Part-Time AEMTs, and Paramedics.
We pride ourselves on community outreach by developing solid partnerships with area agencies. We invest in the community through our Post Overdose Response Team, expansion of our Mobile Integrated Health program, and Water Rescue Team, but we invest in our people too. Since becoming a Paramedic level system in 2018, we have upgraded equipment to reduce injury and increase provider safety. We support provider growth by offering multiple training opportunities each month and participating in various pilot programs and trials. Part-time staff submit availability for 12 and/or 24-hour shifts. We hope you will consider growing with us! Minimum Starting pay is listed below:
AEMT - ($19.95 Hourly)
AEMT II - ($20.84 Hourly)
Paramedic - ($21.78 Hourly)
Paramedic II - ($22.76 Hourly)
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Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Athletic Program Supervisor: Grade 64 (Salary Range - $37,990 - $57,533)
Helps plan, develop, coordinate and supervise recreational activities within the comprehensive recreation program for all ages and interest groups. Provide assistance, supervision and training for all programs associated with the recreation department. Maintains baseball/softball fields, may do maintenance in the gym. Maintain all recreation fields and helps with budgeting and ordering supplies related to field maintenance. Work is performed under general supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director and is evaluated by observation, through consultations and by review of results achieved. Requirements include: Must be able to perform basic life functions of walking, talking, and hearing. Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Must have visual acuity to transcribe, prepare and analyze data, utilize a computer terminal and to perform accounting. Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in sports administration or a related field and considerable experience supervising organized athletic activities; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid. Possession of a valid N.C. Driver’s License.
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Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Tourism Director Assistant: ($20.00 Hourly)
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Applications will be accepted until August 5th, 2025 at 5:00 PM.
Administrative Officer I: Grade 67 (Salary Range - $43,353 - $65,653)
This is administrative work as a staff assistant in a divisional, departmental, or university program. Employees assist in conducting administrative details in a state or local department or institution or in directing a phase of a divisional or departmental program. They perform a variety of administrative duties including devising and installing new work methods; interpreting rules, regulations and procedures; and supervision of subordinate clerical employees. Work is performed under general supervision with limited exercise of independent judgment and is reviewed periodically through conferences, post audits, personal inspections and written reports to ensure conformity with established procedures and policies and the exercise of sound judgment. Considerable knowledge of modern office procedures, practices, and equipment. General knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and business administration. Some knowledge of personnel policies and practices. Some knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures. Ability to plan, assign and review the work of others. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, officials and the public. Ability to express comments and opinions clearly and concisely in oral or written form. Graduation from a four-year college or university and one year of experience in personnel, budgeting, research or administrative management; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All applicants must complete a state application (PD-107) https://oshr.nc.gov/nc-state-government-paper-application-employment-pd-107) & Submit by email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by mail to: Perquimans County Dept. of Social Services PO Box 107, Hertford NC 27944 - or- in person at: 103 Charles St, Hertford NC 27944
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Social Worker III (Adult Services): Grade 69 (Salary Range - $47,344 - $71,698)
The primary purpose of this position is to provide Social Work Services in the areas of Adult Protective Services, Guardianship, Adult Placement, Representative Payee Services, Special Assistance In-Home, Adult Home Specialist, and on-call/after hour services for Adult & Children Protective Services. Work in this class involves providing intensive social work services in serious and complicated cases which require the flexible use of a wide range of social work skills and intervention techniques. Services are provided in a variety of settings including local human services agencies, public health departments, correctional facilities, teaching hospitals, medical schools, juvenile training centers, and state institutions. Work may involve investigation of alleged neglect or abuse; providing in-depth assessment of family dynamics and needs, assessment, intervention and treatment of patients and or families with acute to severe medical and/or emotional disorders and mental illnesses; serving as expert witness at court hearings; or advanced social work intervention, instruction, and research in a teaching hospital. Work is distinguished from the Social Worker II classification by greater involvement in sensitive and traumatic situations such as custody and removal of clients from homes, catastrophic and terminal illness, and/or family dysfunction. Workers may be considered a resource person for people in the community to help individuals become aware of the services that are available. The primary function of this position will be monitoring the Adult Care and Adult Family Care Homes to ensure residents’ rights are being maintained and the home is meeting standards set forth by the Division of Aging. Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; Master's degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience; Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience.
All applicants must complete a state application (PD-107) https://oshr.nc.gov/nc-state-government-paper-application-employment-pd-107) & Submit by email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by mail to: Perquimans County Dept. of Social Services PO Box 107, Hertford NC 27944 - or- in person at: 103 Charles St, Hertford NC 27944
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Social Worker III (Permanency Planning - Adoption/Licensing): Grade 69 (Salary Range - $47,344 - $71,698)
This position will perform duties to include working with children to locate an adoptive home, working with children to address well-being needs, permanency, placement, and court involvement and respond to crisis situations with foster families by providing telephone consultation and home visits to support stability of the placement. This position will complete adoption forms and submit them to the Clerk of Court. This position will be responsible for recruiting, screening, training, and managing licensed foster, kinship, and adoptive families. This position will conduct face-to-face supervised visits between children in Social Services Custody and the parents/caretakers from whom they were removed. This position will ensure the safety of the children whether in the office or in the community while visiting. This position will give guidance when needed to ensure visits are productive and positive. This worker will consult with and conduct visits along with the Guardian Ad Litem assigned to the case. The worker will document the visits and report to the Supervisor and the Court system. This position, after the proper training, will complete intake for reports involving allegations of abuse or neglect for children and adults. This position will conduct thorough and detailed assessments/investigations using professional social work skills, insight, reasoning abilities, knowledge, and training to minimize the risk of, and ensure the overall safety to children. This Social Worker will be required to perform on-call rotation for receiving after-hour reports of abuse and neglect of children or adults. This position will conduct required interviews with clients, relatives, collaterals and others to obtain information to be incorporated into a social history, which will aid in planning for required services or programs. Social Worker will explain and interpret state and agency policy and procedures and/or make referrals for services. Social Worker will conduct required face-to-face visits that will satisfy protective services requirements and complete documentation on required forms. Social Worker will learn the NC Fast system and Childcare policies to serve as backup to perform the required duties of the Childcare Program. Social Worker will learn policies and procedures to serve as back up to perform the duties related to Permanency Planning, to include LINKS and Life Books. This position will assist with transporting children in Social Services’ Custody, Adult Wards, and Representative Payee clients to required appointments, including but not limited to, medical, mental health, school, grocery shopping or other appointments as required. This position will conduct requested courtesy visits from other North Carolina Social Services agencies, Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children, or other entities. Employee may be called upon in times of disaster, either natural or manmade, to staff an evacuation shelter or handle other assigned duties. This is a requirement of the position and failure to serve may result in adverse action. Worker performs other duties as requested by the Social Services Director or designee. Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; Master's degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience; Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience.
All applicants must complete a state application (PD-107) https://oshr.nc.gov/nc-state-government-paper-application-employment-pd-107) & Submit by email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by mail to: Perquimans County Dept. of Social Services PO Box 107, Hertford NC 27944 - or- in person at: 103 Charles St, Hertford NC 27944
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
For further information, access the files below.
Applications may be submitted to the Perquimans County Manager's Office - (252) 426-8484 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Can also be accessed online at oshr.nc.gov.