Raleigh Jobs

City of Raleigh jobs are positions working for the local government in Raleigh/Wake County. Typically, these are either full-time or part time jobs, plus plenty of volunteer opportunities, if that’s something you’re interested in. City of Raleigh jobs can be safe and rich in benefits, particularly the full-time jobs. Remember to keep your resume up to date and include all of your experiences, education and special skills when you apply.

Types of City of Raleigh Jobs Available

A lot of the jobs are part-time, at least as of this writing. Some are perfect for those who speak Spanish and English fluently, for example, there is currently a position open for teaching basic computer skills, in Spanish, to adults for $12 an hour. It’s within the Dept of Parks and Recreation in Raleigh. That’s one job that can be very doable — you’re probably qualified technically if you are reading this website, and if you speak Spanish fluently, you’ll have quite a few decently paying jobs with the City of Raleigh.

Jobs with the City of Raleigh Include Mechanic Positions

There are plenty of full time jobs as well. Typically you’ll find a few law enforcement positions available. These usually pay, as of this writing, in the mid-30 thousand per year range. Again, this is another pretty stable job as the need for law enforcement doesn’t really lower greatly. If you’re qualified, this is a good option. Lots of mechanic positions are typically available as well, so remember to check the City of Raleigh website for jobs at http://www.raleighnc.gov/employment and see if they have something that is up your alley.

Internships with the City of Raleigh

If you’re a college student looking for an internship, a great place to look in the Raleigh city government. Right now there is one internship available for a “fiscal services” intern working with the Raleigh Police Dept. Of course, internships are unpaid, but they can give you valuable experience and can make your resume even more attractive when you graduate and look for that new job in Raleigh (or Durham, Chapel Hill, or wherever).

Volunteer Work with the City of Raleigh

Raleigh always needs volunteers, and if you’re willing to put forth the time and effort, it can be a very rewarding endeavor. Many of the jobs are volunteering your time with kids. For instance, you can be a sports coach for a team of kids. As a matter of fact, they are currently looking for coach volunteers for Basketball, Lacrosse, Baseball, Football, Tennis, Swimming and more. So there are a variety of ways to get involved with the community there.

If you’re a dog lover, you can volunteer with the City of Raleigh at one of their off-leash dog parks at Millbrook Exchange Dog Park, Oakwood Dog Park and Carolina Pines Dog Park. There you will keep the park clean and educate visitors on the rules and regulations of the dog parks. Again, check http://www.raleighnc.gov/employment for more information on finding the perfect City of Raleigh job.

Finding staffing agencies in Raleigh, NC is a relatively easy task. As a resident, I’ve used a few of them myself, and most are high quality and will work to get you to work as well. You’ll need to have your resume on hand if you have one. If you don’t have one, it’s probably a good idea to make one or have one made. In a way, your interviews and application process with the staffing agency is a sort of interview in itself. Staffing agencies in Raleigh, as any other temp agency, have goals of staffing vacancies they have. They spend half their time looking for vacancies and half their time trying to find the best people for them. After all, if they get a good reputation for providing good workers, more jobs will roll in for them to fill. So, look appropriate, be ready with a resume and be prepared to discuss your strengths and work requirements.

The Top Staffing Agencies in Raleigh, NC

The most popular temp agencies in Raleigh are, in my opinion, Kelly, Aerotek and Manpower. They all typically favor administrative, miscellaneous and techie-type jobs, but the more rural the office location, the more non-technical jobs will be available. Manpower tends to have plenty of receptionist, data entry, sales and other similar jobs available. If you’re a hardcore computer programmer, you’ll probably want a more IT-focused agency. Kelly tends to have plenty of these types of jobs, along with the other standard fare for staffing agencies in Raleigh, NC.

Tips When Visiting Staffing Agencies in Raleigh, NC

As mentioned earlier, there are a few things you can do to increase your chances of landing a temporary or permanent job when visiting a staffing agency. Bring your resume. Remember that the person who is asking you questions at the agency may be the one who has to review a bunch of names in their database to fill a new job. If you made an impression, they will put you on top of the list. So dress nicely, bring your resume, and be able to readily express your experience, skills and talents.

Finding Staffing Agencies in Raleigh, NC

You may have to take a few tests that will gauge your abilities in different arenas like general intelligence, typing ability, spelling ability, technical (computer) ability, etc. It might be a good idea to sharpen up on these skills before going in, especially if you’re going after a job that requires that skill. For example, if you’re going after a receptionist position, brush up on your typing skills, spelling on commonly-misspelled words and other tasks like this.

Landing a Job with a Staffing Agency in Raleigh, NC

You’ll have to call a staffing agency every week to keep on their list of people looking for work. Be sure to call every Monday morning that you’re available. Make sure they know you are looking and what your skills are.

If the agency is a chain, like Kelly Services, ask if other branches have different job options. Some branches may focus on different types of jobs like administrative assistants, technology jobs, manual labor, etc.

If you keep at it and are persistent, you’ll land something that can be as fulfilling as any other job. Good luck!

Raleigh jobs can be hard to find, especially in these bad economic times. Most people looking for work try temporary agencies, networking with friends or simply looking through Craigslist or the phonebook. Raleigh offers a very eclectic and wide range of jobs to choose from, but you need to know where to look. Even City of Raleigh jobs, which tend to be very stable with plenty of benefits (but less salary), can be found online. You’ve come to the right place to begin your search. Keep your spirits up, if you look hard enough and keep positive, you’ll find that great job in Raleigh (or maybe Durham or Chapel Hill) that fits you best. Read the rest of this entry