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

OR use our online Job Application.
Northampton County Online Job Application (Link) 
or scan the QR code to open the application
Job Application QR code

Download Employment Application (PDF) 

Northampton County Sheriff's Office Application (PDF) 

EMS Application Packet (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. 


Please see our WHY WORK HERE? page for benefits and incentives for employees of Northampton County.


Current Openings


 

 

PART TIME GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER

The Northampton County Department of Public Works is accepting applications for a part time grounds maintenance worker. The primary duty of this position will be to maintain the lawns of various county-owned facilities. Other general facilities maintenance duties may also be required. This is a year round part time position with up to 35 hours per week during the lawn care season and up to 20 hours per week during the off season. Experience operating zero-turn lawn mowers and towing trailers is a plus. A valid Virginia Driver’s license is required.

Please refer to Northampton County’s website for a complete job description, requirements and application form. Please submit completed county application form to Human Resources, PO Box 66, Eastville, VA 23347 or in person to 16404 Courthouse Road or through the County online application on the website. 
Position open until filled.
Northampton County is an EOE.

 

 

 

CUSTODIAN (PART TIME)

The Northampton County Department of Public Works is accepting applications for a part time Custodian. The primary duty of this position will be to clean and maintain county-owned facilities. Pay rate for this position is $15/hr or more depending on experience. Applicants must be 18 years or older. Requires high school diploma, GED or vocational training and a valid Virginia Driver’s license.

Please refer to Northampton County’s website for a complete job description, requirements and application form at or an application can be obtained through the Human Resources office. Please submit completed county application form online or to Human Resources, PO Box 66, Eastville, VA 23347 or in person to 16404 Courthouse Road. Position is open until filled. Northampton County is an EOE.

 

PART- TIME COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

 

Northampton County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for a Part time Communications Officer. Job does require shift work, nights, weekends and some holidays.

Qualifications: over the age of 18 and have obtained high school diploma or GED. All part-time applicants are required to be certified prior to applying.

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

Deadline for applications: until filled. EOE


 

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

 

Building Inspector 
Code Compliance 


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


Building Inspector Job Description (PDF) Salary Range: $48,261 - $73,644
Code Compliance  (PDF) Salary Range: $42,665 - $65,073
 


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 on this website. 

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

 

Sharitah Goodwyn
Human Resources Manager

757-678-0444 ext. 551

[email protected]