Job Openings

How do I apply for a vacancy?

A separate Northampton County application is required for each announced vacancy by 5 p.m. on the deadline date. Position title and department location must be written on each application. Resumes cannot substitute the Northampton County Employment Application.

  • For positions requiring a DMV driving record, a good driving record will be required for employment.
  • A Social Security card and I-9 information (Employment Eligibility) will be required at time of employment

Application can be picked up at the Northampton County Administrative Offices at 16404 Courthouse Road, Eastville, VA, 23347 or downloaded below.

Unless otherwise stated send all resumes and completed applications to:

Northampton County
Attn: Human Resources
PO Box 66
Eastville, VA 23347

Download Employment Application (PDF)

Northampton County Sheriff's Office Application (PDF)


Northampton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. 



Current Openings



 

 

Information Technology Technician

Northampton County is accepting applications for a full-time IT technician in the Information Technology Department.
The essential function of this position is to assist in the daily operations of the department, covering all county facilities. This individual will need to be able to operate independently and be familiar with basic systems administration, network administration, and technical support.
Successful candidates should:

• Possess diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• An understanding of multiple computer systems and networks
• Knowledge of internet security and data privacy
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to varied audiences
• Strong sense of discretion and confidentiality
• Experience with WAN/LAN networks
Bachelors’ degree in an IT related field is desired. This position requires a valid Virginia drivers license and a criminal background check.
Minimum salary for this position is $44,665.

Please submit a completed County application with cover letter to Human Resources. Position open until filled. EOE



County Attorney

  

Northampton County, located on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, seeks a full-time County Attorney.

 
The County Attorney is appointed by the Board of Supervisors and serves as legal advisor to the Board, the County Administrator, and County departments, and boards and commissions, and other officials of the County affecting County interests.

DUTIES:

The County Attorney will:
• Report directly to the Board of Supervisors and work with management-level employees to guide County policies and operations from a legal perspective. 

• Conduct legal research, provide advice and/or written opinions on questions of County, state, and federal law, most frequently in the areas of land use and zoning, property; employment; public procurement, contracts, and general local government law; 

• Attend all Board of Supervisors meetings; advise the Board of Supervisors on parliamentary procedure; prepare resolutions and ordinances for consideration and action by the Board;

• Attend other commission and board meetings as requested, such as the Planning Commission and the Wetlands Board ; 

• Advise the Board of Supervisors and other boards and commissions and appropriate County employees on actual or possible litigation; represent the County in legal matters before the Courts; bring civil suits as directed by the Board of Supervisors, defend the County in suits brought against it; retain and supervise outside litigation specialists, as appropriate, for the same;

• Draft or "approve as to form" all bonds, deeds, leases, franchises, contracts or other legal instruments to which the County is a party or in which it has an interest;

• Draft documents memorializing all special use permits and maintenance agreements for subdivision approval; 

• Work with County staff or consultants to draft ordinances to be adopted by the Board;

• Collaborate with the County School Board's legal counsel, when requested, on legal matters;

• Provide representation for the County Department of Social Services;

• Perform related tasks as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Juris Doctorate Degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association;

• Membership in the Virginia Bar.

• Experience as a practicing attorney in local government, with preference for experience in Virginia.

• Knowledge of municipal corporation law; comprehensive knowledge of local, State and Federal laws and court decisions affecting counties; •knowledge of legislation affecting Virginia’s coastal communities, such as the Chesapeake Bay Acts and its regulations;

• Knowledge of parliamentary rules of procedure; 

• Expertise in land use and employment law; 

• Litigation and trial experience; 

• Tact; good professional judgment and ethics; 

• Ability to speak and write effectively.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: $110,000 to $170,000 based upon the background and qualifications of the successful candidate. Northampton County has an attractive benefits package which includes: annual leave, holidays, and sick leave; health insurance, dental plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance; Virginia Retirement System, and an employee assistance program.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS: Applications may be obtained from the county website or in person at 16404 Courthouse Road, Eastville, VA. Please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for five work-related references and a writing sample to Charles Kolakowski, County Administrator, PO Box 66, Eastville, VA 23347 or electronically to [email protected] or in person to 16404 Courthouse Road, Eastville, VA.

This position is open until filled. Virtual and/or on-site interviews in Eastville, Virginia will be offered by the Board of Supervisors to those candidates named as finalists, with reference checks, background checks and academic verifications conducted after receiving candidates' permission.

Northampton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability.



 

Northampton County has the following open positions in the Planning, Permitting and Enforcement Department:

Land Use Official/Zoning Administrator
Building Inspector


See below for job descriptions. Please submit a completed County application with cover letter to Human Resources. Positions open until filled.

Land Use Official/Zoning Administrator Job Description (PDF)

Building Inspector Job Description (PDF)



Emergency Medical Service Provider
(Intermediate or Paramedic preferred)

Northampton County is accepting applications for Fulltime and Part-time EMS Providers of all levels (Intermediate or Paramedic preferred) in the Emergency Medical
Services Department.

This position salary pays up to $59,675 for Intermediate and $63,835 for Paramedic all based on qualifications.

Applicant must at a minimum possess the following: Commonwealth of Virginia- Department of Health Emergency Medical Technician certification, CPR, valid VA. Driver’s License with good driving record, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course, and Hazardous Materials Awareness. Criminal Background check, physical and drug screening are requirements with this position. Additional information and an application can be obtained at the EMS Office or on the Northampton County EMS or County websites.
https://www.northampton-ems.org or on this website.

Completed application form, cover letter, copies of current certifications, and copy of DMV driving record can be submitted to the Department of EMS, PO BOX 235 Eastville, Va. 23347.
Open until filled. Northampton County is an EOE.



Northampton County Sheriff’s Office is accepting employment applications for: 
Law Enforcement Officer

Job will require shift work, nights, weekends and some holidays.
Qualifications: over the age of 21 and have obtained high school diploma or GED.

Applications may be obtained from the Northampton County Sheriff’s Office located at 5211 The Hornes, Eastville, Va. 23347 or the County’s website.

Northampton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


 

Northampton County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for:

 

Jail Deputy at the Eastern Shore Regional Jail

Job will require shift work, nights, weekends and some holidays
Qualifications: Over the age of 21 and must have
High School diploma or G.E.D.

Benefits include: VRS Retirement, Annual Leave, Sick leave,
Paid Holidays, and Health Insurance

Applications can be obtained from the Eastern Shore Regional Jail at
5245 The Hornes Eastville, Virginia 23347 or online at https://www.co.northampton.va.us/government/jobs_opportunities/job_openings

Apply in person at the Eastern Shore Regional Jail
Northampton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer


 

Sharitah Goodwyn
Human Resources
Specialist

757-678-0444 ext. 551

[email protected]