How can I apply for County Employment?

Applications are accepted for posted position vacancies only. You can apply online or pick up a job application at the County Human Resources office.

The full application package contains the Buncombe County application for employment, work history continuation sheet, Buncombe County authorization for release of personal and confidential information and the Buncombe County drug screening through urinalysis applicant consent form.

A college transcript must accompany applications for Social Worker positions. Please attach a copy or have your college send one to:

Buncombe County Human Resources
200 College Street, Suite 403
Asheville, NC 28801

Note:

• Resumes are not accepted in place of applications and will not be accepted via e-mail. A resume may accompany a completed application for a posted vacancy.
• Drug screen consent & personal information release documents are required with all applications.
• To apply for more than one position, you must submit a separate application for each position.
• Be sure to indicate on the application the specific position for which you are applying.

Western Highlands Network: Employment Opportunities

* Employment Opportunities are also available through the Western Highlands Network. To learn about their current openings go to the "Careers" page of their website.

Contact

Robert Thornberry
Director
p. 828.250.4166
f. 828.250.6263

Job Line
p. 828.250.4183

Address
200 College Street, Suite 403
Asheville, NC 28801

Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Attention!

The preferred formats for resume files are Adobe PDF and Microsoft Word 2007 (.docx).

You can print to PDF by downloading a free utility called PrimoPDF. Here is a quick tutorial on how to use the software.

Can't create a .docx document? Download Microsoft's free Office Compatability Pack add-on (Microsoft Office Required).