Jackson County, NC Jobs Hiring Now
Jackson County, NC is hiring for 8 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in community & nonprofit services and accounting. Migrate Mate updates Jackson County, NC's live openings daily. Jackson County, NC is a county government serving communities in Western North Carolina, with departments spanning social services, public health, libraries, and local administration.
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Jackson County, NC hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 8
- Top team
- Community & Nonprofit Services
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Sylva
Open Roles at Jackson County, NC
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Position Overview
This position assists other crew members with maintenance and facility repairs. Applicants must be age 18 or older.
Grade 18
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates a variety of maintenance tools and equipment including power and hand tools, drills, grinders, compressors, gauges, meters and impact tools and may include grounds equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, blowers and tractors as needed.
- Assists with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC and masonry repairs and installations.
- Performs preventative maintenance tasks.
- Assists Emergency Management with logistics during and inclement weather or emergency situations, such as snow plowing and salting of Jackson County roads, property, parks, and buildings.
- Assists with beautification and decoration of County buildings and grounds for special events.
- Performs building maintenance as needed.
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) year directly related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prefer a candidate with more than two years of experience in a skilled trade (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC or masonry) and/or completion of skill or trade related certificate, diploma, or degree program.
Licenses or Certifications:
Possession of a valid, State of North Carolina driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of County and departmental policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
- Knowledge of the geography of the County and surrounding areas.
- Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of standard carpentry construction, maintenance, and repair procedures.
- Knowledge safe working practices.
- Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to make timely and sound decisions.
- Ability to adhere to all established safety standards and ensure such standards are not violated.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle and landscaping equipment.
- Ability to effectively communicate and interact with management, employees, members of the general public and other groups involved in the activities of the County as they relate to the department.
- Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
- Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
- Talking 1: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
- Talking 2: Shouting in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
- Visual Acuity 1: Have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or extensive reading.
- Visual Acuity 2: Including color, depth perception, and field vision.
- Visual Acuity 3: Visual Acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.
- Visual Acuity 4: Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
- Visual Acuity 5: Have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, operation of machines; using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
- Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
Statement of Equal Employment Opportunity Jackson County recognizes its continued success in meeting the needs of its citizens requires the full and active participation of talented and committed individuals, regardless of their gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability or political affiliation. It is the policy of the County to foster, maintain, and promote equal opportunity by use of a systematic, consistent recruitment program, and to identify and attract the most qualified applicants for employment with the County. This policy is to be achieved by announcing all position vacancies, by evaluating all applicants using the same criteria, and by applying testing methods through the NC Career Works Office. Selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or sexual orientation.
Jackson County provides a robust offering of employee benefits including: employer paid medical and dental benefits, participation in the Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System, paid leave (vacation, sick, and holiday), Employee Clinic, Wellness program, and supplemental benefit offerings.
Position Overview
This position assists other crew members with maintenance and facility repairs. Applicants must be age 18 or older.
Grade 18
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates a variety of maintenance tools and equipment including power and hand tools, drills, grinders, compressors, gauges, meters and impact tools and may include grounds equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, blowers and tractors as needed.
- Assists with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC and masonry repairs and installations.
- Performs preventative maintenance tasks.
- Assists Emergency Management with logistics during and inclement weather or emergency situations, such as snow plowing and salting of Jackson County roads, property, parks, and buildings.
- Assists with beautification and decoration of County buildings and grounds for special events.
- Performs building maintenance as needed.
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) year directly related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prefer a candidate with more than two years of experience in a skilled trade (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC or masonry) and/or completion of skill or trade related certificate, diploma, or degree program.
Licenses or Certifications:
Possession of a valid, State of North Carolina driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of County and departmental policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
- Knowledge of the geography of the County and surrounding areas.
- Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of standard carpentry construction, maintenance, and repair procedures.
- Knowledge safe working practices.
- Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to make timely and sound decisions.
- Ability to adhere to all established safety standards and ensure such standards are not violated.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle and landscaping equipment.
- Ability to effectively communicate and interact with management, employees, members of the general public and other groups involved in the activities of the County as they relate to the department.
- Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
- Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
- Talking 1: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
- Talking 2: Shouting in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
- Visual Acuity 1: Have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or extensive reading.
- Visual Acuity 2: Including color, depth perception, and field vision.
- Visual Acuity 3: Visual Acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.
- Visual Acuity 4: Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
- Visual Acuity 5: Have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, operation of machines; using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
- Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
Statement of Equal Employment Opportunity Jackson County recognizes its continued success in meeting the needs of its citizens requires the full and active participation of talented and committed individuals, regardless of their gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability or political affiliation. It is the policy of the County to foster, maintain, and promote equal opportunity by use of a systematic, consistent recruitment program, and to identify and attract the most qualified applicants for employment with the County. This policy is to be achieved by announcing all position vacancies, by evaluating all applicants using the same criteria, and by applying testing methods through the NC Career Works Office. Selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or sexual orientation.
Jackson County provides a robust offering of employee benefits including: employer paid medical and dental benefits, participation in the Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System, paid leave (vacation, sick, and holiday), Employee Clinic, Wellness program, and supplemental benefit offerings.
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Jackson County, NC's 8 open roles are across all levels, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are community & nonprofit services, accounting, and administrative & office support. Jackson County, NC is a county government providing public services to residents of Western North Carolina, including social services, public health, library services, and general administration. Roles span casework, program coordination, administrative support, and technical services across county departments. Most Jackson County, NC roles are based in Sylva and Cashiers.
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How many jobs is Jackson County, NC hiring for right now?
Jackson County, NC is hiring for 8 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in community & nonprofit services and accounting. Positions span county departments including social services, library services, public health, and general administration, ranging from entry-level casework to specialized professional and management roles.
What kinds of roles does Jackson County, NC hire for?
The most active teams are community & nonprofit services, accounting, and administrative & office support. Jackson County, NC hires for roles in social services, income maintenance, adult protective services, public health, library management, project coordination, and administrative support. Most postings are across all levels, and the county recruits for both direct service positions and licensed or credentialed professional roles such as social workers, lab technologists, and branch managers.
Are Jackson County, NC jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of Jackson County, NC's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Sylva. Each Jackson County, NC listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Jackson County, NC?
Find a role that matches your background on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to Jackson County, NC's own application portal to apply directly. Jackson County, NC manages its own hiring process, so all applications, screening, and hiring decisions are handled by county staff through their official system.
Does Jackson County, NC hire entry-level?
Most of Jackson County, NC's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual Jackson County, NC listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Jackson County, NC hiring?
Most Jackson County, NC roles are based in Sylva and Cashiers, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.