Listen "Raleigh-Durham's Booming Job Market: Healthcare, Public Service, and Tech Roles Abound"
Episode Synopsis
Listeners in Raleigh-Durham looking for the latest job opportunities have a lot to get excited about. Over the past seven days, job postings across the region highlight a strong need for healthcare professionals, public service workers, customer service experts, technical operators, and more. According to Durham County government careers, newly listed positions include Substance Use Disorder Counselor, Income Maintenance Caseworker for Adult Medicaid, Plant Maintenance Technician, Operations & Maintenance Specialist, Senior Public Health Nurse for school health services, Medical Laboratory Supervisor, Social Work Supervisor for Child Protective Services, and several part-time Counselor positions at the Durham Youth Home. There's also demand for skilled trades such as Locksmith, Plumber, and HVAC Maintenance Technician, and leadership roles like the Senior Assistant to the County Manager and Tax Auditing Division Manager.Listeners interested in the private sector will find that Indeed.com currently lists over 37,000 jobs in Raleigh alone, with fresh opportunities popping up daily. Some standout roles this week include Imaging Technology Assistant at WakeMed Health & Hospitals, offering hands-on clinical support and training; Membership Clerk at Costco Wholesale Corporation; Recruiter with Pediatric Developmental Therapy focusing on attracting healthcare talent; Customer Service Representative with VA Visionaries, and several positions for Warehouse Associates with competitive pay and benefits. The hospitality industry remains active as well—Rye Bar in Raleigh announced a bartender opening posted November 6, while restaurants across the area post for line cooks and banquet staff.Retail and entry-level positions are abundant, with postings such as Digital Imaging Retail Sales Associate at Best Buy, AE Stock Associate at American Eagle Outfitters, and crew member opportunities with Little Caesars Pizza. For those seeking to begin a public-facing role, Wells Fargo has a Part-Time Teller opening at their Capital Blvd. branch in Raleigh, posted with an emphasis on customer service and transaction accuracy.The upcoming 2025 State of North Carolina Career Expo, scheduled for November 10, will connect listeners with both permanent and temporary roles at state agencies and universities, and is open to jobseekers of all experience levels. This offers a prime opportunity to meet recruiters in person and explore positions that may not appear on the major job boards.Remote work continues to gain traction in Raleigh-Durham. According to Randstad USA, technology, finance, and customer support roles are increasingly shifting to hybrid or remote formats, allowing professionals greater flexibility in their careers. Employers in the Triangle are also increasingly emphasizing career growth, wellness benefits, and professional development, with WakeMed Health, for example, highlighting perks such as tuition reimbursement, specialty certification, and employee wellness programs.For local government opportunities, RaleighNC.gov lists openings in administration, technical fields, public safety, utilities, and customer service. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional looking for executive-level positions, Raleigh’s city government encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and offers a supportive work environment.To sum up recent trends, Raleigh-Durham’s dynamic job market is especially strong in healthcare, public administration, skilled trades, retail, and hospitality, with a growing emphasis on hybrid and remote options. Listeners ready to apply or explore new fields can find a host of new government and private sector postings refreshed within the last week, ensuring a wealth of choices across skill sets and industries—making now an excellent time to pursue the next step in your career journey.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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