NC Adds 275 Jobs; Net Decline in Openings

North Carolina posted 275 new job openings on Oct 2, 2026, while 327 positions were eliminated, resulting in a net decrease.

The openings span a broad range, including legal, healthcare, corrections, education, and public safety roles across multiple counties. Examples include Assistant District Attorney postings in Randolph and Guilford counties, a Public Defender Social Worker in Wake County, and numerous nurse and clinical roles statewide.

Officials say the postings reflect routine staffing realignments, temporary assignments, and ongoing efforts to fill critical positions in hospitals, correctional facilities, and social services.