Employment

Employment Opportunities

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Current Employment Opportunities

Perquimans County is accepting applications for the following employment opportunities:

NC Cooperative Extension is seeking an Extension Agent - Agricultural.  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.  For more information on NC Cooperative Extension, click here.

 

Perquimans County Emergency Services is pleased to announce Part Time Openings for ALL POSITIONS in its Emergency Medical Services Division. Perquimans County Emergency Services also has immediate openings for Part-Time EMTs, 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!

EMT: (Grade 63 - $16.97 minimum)

Job requirements (1) successful completion of an approved appropriate North Carolina State Emergency Medical Technician training program, certification as EMT; and maintain a level of certification. (2) one year of field experience at the appropriate certification level preferred. (3) able to pass an oral board with the system's medical director to operate at the appropriate level. (4) valid North Carolina driver’s license. (5) ability to lift and move up to 200 pounds with assistance. (6) High School graduate or equivalent. (7) possess/obtain and maintain AHA BLS.

AEMT: (Grade 66 - $19.36 minimum)

Job requirements (1) successful completion of an approved appropriate North Carolina State Advanced Emergency Medical Technician training program, certification as AEMT; and maintain a level of certification. (2) one year of field experience at the appropriate certification level preferred. (3) able to pass an oral board with the system's medical director to operate at the appropriate level. (4) valid North Carolina driver’s license. (5) ability to lift and move up to 200 pounds with assistance. (6) High School graduate or equivalent. (7) possess/obtain and maintain ACLS, PALS, and AHA BLS. 

Paramedic: (Grade 68 – $21.15 minimum)

Job requirements (1) successful completion of an approved appropriate North Carolina State Paramedic training program, certification as Paramedic; and maintain level of certification. (2) one year of field experience at the appropriate certification level preferred. (3) able to pass an oral board with the system's medical director to operate at the appropriate level. (4) valid North Carolina driver’s license. (5) ability to lift and move up to 200 pounds with assistance. (6) High School graduate or equivalent. (7) possess/obtain and maintain ACLS, PALS, and AHA BLS. 

See the specific job description for further info.  

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

 

Deputy Sheriff: (Grade 65 - Salary Range: $38,543- $58,371)

Perquimans County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Sheriff’s Deputy. An employee in this position performs law enforcement work to protect lives, property, and rights of citizens of the county.  An employee in this class performs a variety of general law enforcement patrolling duties on an assigned shift.  Work includes serving legal papers, attending court, answering complaint calls, and patrolling the jurisdiction assigned in an official vehicle.  Tact and firmness are required in frequent public contact.  The employee is expected to exercise independent judgment and initiative in performing assigned tasks.  Work is performed in accordance with established policies and procedures of the Sheriff’s Department.

Minimum Training and Experience Requirements - Every Justice Officer employed or certified in North Carolina must meet certain minimum standards under 12 NCAC 10B .0300:

*Be a citizen of the United States.

*Be at least 20 years of age.

*Be a high school graduate, or the equivalent (GED).

*Must complete a medical examination by a licensed physician.

*Required drug screening.

*Make full disclosure of criminal history both upon application and while holding certification.

*Be of good moral character.

*Have a thorough background investigation conducted by the employing agency, to include a personal interview prior to employment.

See the specific job description for further info. 

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

 

Income Maintenance Caseworker II: (Grade 63 - Salary Range: $35,295 - $53,454)

Employees in this class are responsible for the total process of determining/redetermining applicant/client eligibility in a County Department of Social Services. Work at this level includes such tasks as the interviewing of clients to obtain required information, completing initial applications, verifying the information obtained, determining eligibility or completing scheduled program reviews. Employees must explain program(s) requirements and options and advise or refer clients to other program services as appropriate. Employees usually report to an Income Maintenance Supervisor. The position will require an individual to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00.The rate of pay for an Income Maintenance Caseworker II starts at $35,295.00 per year. If the individual is not qualified as an Income Maintenance Caseworker II, the position occupied will be an Income Maintenance Caseworker I with a starting salary of $33,937.00 per year. At the end of one year, the Income Maintenance Caseworker I will be promoted to an Income Maintenance Caseworker II.

Minimum Training and Experience Requirements - Graduation from a four-year college/university; or graduation from an accredited associate degree program in Human Services Technology, Social Services Associate, Paralegal Technology, Business Administration, Secretarial Science, or a closely related curriculum; or graduation from high school with three years of paraprofessional, clerical, or other public contact experience which includes negotiating, interviewing, explaining information, the gathering and compiling of data, the analysis of data and/or the performance of mathematical or legal tasks; or graduation from high school and two years of paraprofessional, clerical or other public contact experience which included negotiating, interviewing, explaining information, gathering and compiling of data, analysis of data and/or performance of mathematical or legal tasks with at least one year of such experience being in an income maintenance program; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Applicants must complete a state application (PD-107) & Submit in person or by mail to:

Perquimans County Dept. of Social Services

103 Charles St, Hertford NC 27944

See the specific job description for further info.  

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

 

Social Worker IA&T (CPS & Treatment):  (Grade 70 – Salary Range:  $48,034 - $72740)

The primary purpose of this position is to assure that abused and neglected children in their own homes receive a minimum sufficient level of safety and care and/or removed from situations where that is not happening.  Employees intervene actively in the environment on client’s behalf as a provider of resources, locator of resources, interpreter of client’s need, mediator on client’s behalf, advocate for client and modifier of the environment.  Employees act as a change agent, utilizing a problem solving approach based on objective diagnostic study of the client in interaction with his/her environment. This is advanced, professional level casework position providing protective, investigative, counseling and case management services for children who are at risk for neglect and/or abuse.  Work involves investigation of alleged neglect and abuse, substantiation of the alleged neglect or abuse as prescribed by federal and state guidelines, providing expert testimony in court hearings, and following-up with case management services for clients.  Employees analyze situations and determine appropriate courses of action immediately or in short time spans and often under very stressful conditions.  Employees may provide treatment to clients of any age and any developmental, mental, medical, substance abuse, financial or family program.  Employees will report to a Social Work Supervisor III for general supervision.  Employees may have combined investigative and treatment roles.  Employees are obligated to respond to after hours, on-call emergencies.

Minimum Education and Experience - Master’s degree from an accredited school of social work and one year of social work experience; Master’s degree from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative; Master’s degree in counseling or human services field and two years of directly-related experience; Bachelor in Social Work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative and one year of directly-related experience; Bachelor in Social Work from an accredited school of social work and two years of social work or counseling experience; Bachelor’s degree in a human services field and three years of directly-related experience; Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university and four years of directly-related experience.

Applicants must complete a state application (PD-107) & Submit in person or by mail to:

Perquimans County Dept. of Social Services

103 Charles St, Hertford NC 27944

See the specific job description for further info.  

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

 

Social Worker II:  (Grade 67 – Salary Range:  $42,091 - $63,741)

To provide services, support, and resources to individuals and families to assist them in solving their problems and improve the quality of lives.  The Social Worker is responsible for developing treatment plans for clients with mental illness or recovering from traumatic events to ensure their physical and mental health.  This work requires an understanding of social work practices and theories, an understanding of the availability and interactions of community services and services providers.  Employees perform assessments to identify needs to establish an appropriate service/treatment plan and may provide supportive/directive counseling to clients and families in addressing needs.  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 incorporated into the on-call rotation for receiving after hour reports of abuse and neglect of children or adults.  This position will conduct required interviews of 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 child protective services requirements and complete documentation on required forms.  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, Case Manager, or the Court system. This position will transport children in Social Services Custody or adult Wards to required appointments, including but not limited to, medical, mental health, school, 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.

Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution; bachelor's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experience; bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Applicants must complete a state application (PD-107) & Submit in person or by mail to:

Perquimans County Dept. of Social Services

103 Charles St, Hertford NC 27944

See the specific job description for further info.  

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. 

 
 
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