Northampton County DSS

05/15/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Northampton County
Board of Social Services
Will Hold its Monthly Board Meeting
On Tuesday, May 19, 2026
at 11:00 a.m.
at the DSS Building
in Jackson, N. C.

05/08/2026

SOCIAL WORKER II Northampton County Department of Social Services has a vacant Social Worker II position in the Work First Unit. Position requires working with DSS clients to enable them to obtain education, skills and training so that they may become economically self-sufficient. Requires in-depth knowledge of social work skills and excellent communication skills. Position also includes some Income Maintenance Caseworker duties. Must possess a valid state driver’s license. Prefer individuals with innovative and creative ideas. Minimum Education and Experience: BSW from an accredited school of social work; or, four-year degree in a human services field from an accredited college/university and one year directly related experience; or, four-year degree from an accredited college/university and two years directly related experience. May consider applicants who qualify for lower social work level. Salary is based on applicant’s ability to qualify for full classification. Qualified applicants must complete a State Application (PD-107), attach an official college transcript and submit before the closing date to: Sondra Livesay Northampton County Dept. of Social Services P. O. Box 157 Jackson, N. C. 27845 Closing date for receipt of applications & transcripts is Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Only applicants with completed applications and transcripts will be considered. Applications will also be accepted at NC Works, 1560 Julian R Allsbrook Hwy, Roanoke Rapids, N. C. 27870. Northampton County is an equal opportunity employer and hires only U. S. Citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Northampton County complies with ADA requirements. All successful candidates will be required to submit to a substance abuse test and a criminal history record check.

05/08/2026

SOCIAL WORKER II Northampton County Department of Social Services has a vacant Social Worker II position in the Adult Services Unit. The primary purpose of this position is to provide and/or arrange for an array of services for the elderly, handicapped, and disabled adults through the Community Alternatives Program. Subject to On-Call on a rotating basis. Requires in-depth knowledge of social work skills and excellent communication skills. Must possess a valid state driver’s license. Minimum Education and Experience: BSW from an accredited school of social work; or, four-year degree in a human services field from an accredited college/university and one year directly related experience; or, four-year degree from an accredited college/university and two years directly related experience. May consider applicants who qualify for lower social work level. Salary is based on applicant’s ability to qualify for full classification. Qualified applicants must complete a State Application (PD-107), attach an official college transcript and submit before the closing date to: Sondra Livesay Northampton County Dept. of Social Services P. O. Box 157 Jackson, N. C. 27845. Closing date for receipt of applications & transcripts is Monday, May 18, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Only applicants with completed applications and transcripts will be considered. Applications will also be accepted at NCWORKS, 1560 Julian R Allsbrook Hwy, Roanoke Rapids, N. C. 27870. Northampton County is an equal opportunity employer and hires only U. S. Citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Northampton County complies with ADA requirements. All successful candidates will be required to submit to a substance abuse test and a criminal history record check.

05/08/2026

INCOME MAINTENANCE CASEWORKER II Northampton County Department of Social Services has a vacant full time permanent Income Maintenance Caseworker II position. Work at this level involves interviewing clients to obtain information, completing initial applications, verifying information obtained, determining eligibility and completing scheduled program reviews. Ability to speak Spanish would be positive. Considerable knowledge of the program area of assignment. Good mathematical reasoning and computation skills. Ability to read, analyze and interpret rules, regulations and procedures. Must possess a valid state driver’s license. One year of experience as an Income Maintenance Caseworker for the Income Maintenance Caseworker II level. Candidates may be considered at the Income Maintenance Caseworker I level which requires as a minimum graduation from high school and three years of paraprofessional, clerical or other public contact experience, which included negotiating, interviewing, explaining information, the gathering and compiling of data, the analysis of data and/or the performance of mathematical or legal tasks. All qualified applicants must complete a State application form (PD-107), attach an official college transcript – if applicable, and submit before the closing date to: Sondra Livesay Northampton County Dept. of Social Services P. O. Box 157 Jackson, N. C. 27845 Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, May 18, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Applications will also be accepted at NCWORKS, 1560 Julian R. Allsbrook Hwy, Roanoke Rapids, N. C. 27870. Northampton County is an EOE, complies with ADA requirements and hires only U. S. Citizens and lawfully admitted aliens. Northampton County complies with ADA requirements. All successful candidates will be required to submit to a substance abuse test and a criminal history record check.

05/08/2026

INCOME MAINTENANCE CASEWORKER III Northampton County Department of Social Services has a vacant Income Maintenance Caseworker III position as a lead worker. Work at this level involves interviewing clients to obtain information, completing initial applications, verifying information obtained, determining eligibility and completing scheduled program reviews. Ability to speak Spanish would be positive. Considerable knowledge of the program area of assignment. Good mathematical reasoning and computation skills. Ability to read, analyze and interpret rules, regulations and procedures. Must possess a valid state driver’s license. Two years of experience as an Income Maintenance Caseworker for the Income Maintenance Caseworker III level. Candidates may be considered at the Income Maintenance Caseworker I level which requires as a minimum graduation from high school and three years of paraprofessional, clerical or other public contact experience, which included negotiating, interviewing, explaining information, the gathering and compiling of data, the analysis of data and/or the performance of mathematical or legal tasks. All qualified applicants must complete a State application form (PD-107), attach an official college transcript – if applicable, and submit before the closing date to: Sondra Livesay Northampton County Dept. of Social Services P. O. Box 157 Jackson, N. C. 27845 Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, May 18, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Applications will also be accepted at NC Works, 1560 Julian R Allsbrook Hwy, Roanoke Rapids, N. C. 27870. Northampton County is an EOE, complies with ADA requirements and hires only U. S. Citizens and lawfully admitted aliens. Northampton County complies with ADA requirements. All successful candidates will be required to submit to a substance abuse test and a criminal history record check.

04/22/2026

April 1, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE
Nomination Period for Northampton County
Board of Social Services
The North Carolina Social Services Commission will make an appointment to the Northampton County Board of Social Services. The Social Services Commission will consider nominations at a future meeting.
The nomination period is scheduled from April 1, 2026, to May 1, 2026. Nominations must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 1, 2026. You may obtain a Nomination Form from the local department of social services office (DSS). The form must be fully completed by the nominee, signed, dated, and returned. Forms may be mailed, faxed, or emailed to the address below.
The form can also be accessed on the Web at: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/application-county-boards-social-services/download?attachment. Click on the link to the Nomination Form at the bottom of the Social Services Commission members web page. Please submit the completed form to:
Danielle Upchurch
N.C. Social Services Commission
2401 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-2444
Fax Number: 919-334-1018
Email: [email protected]
Should you have any questions, please contact Danielle Upchurch at (919) 527-6338 or [email protected].

NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES • DIVISION OF SOCIAL SERVICES •
SOCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION
LOCATION: 1915 Health Services Way, Raleigh, NC 27607
MAILING ADDRESS: 2401 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2444
www.ncdhhs.gov • TEL: 919-527-6335 • FAX: 919-334-1018
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians.

04/22/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE
Nomination Period for Northampton County
Board of Social Services

The Northampton County Commissioners will make an appointment to the Northampton County Board of Social Services to fill the seat of an expired term. The expired term ends on June 30, 2026. The Northampton County Commissioners will consider nominations and make the appointment at a future meeting. The nomination period is scheduled from April 22, 2026 to May 22, 2026. Nominations must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 22, 2026. You may obtain a Nomination Form from the local Department of Social Services office (DSS). The form must be fully completed by the nominee and signed. The form can also be accessed on the web at: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/application-county-boards-social-services/download?attachment Please submit the completed form to: Sondra Livesay Northampton County Dept. of Social Services PO Box 157 Jackson, NC 27845 Fax Number: 252-534-5811 ext 5404 (Faxed copies will be accepted; however, the original must be mailed to the address above.) Should you have any questions, please contact Sondra B. Livesay with the Northampton County Dept. of Social Services at (252) 534-5811 or [email protected] .

03/17/2026

INCOME MAINTENANCE CASEWORKER III
Northampton County Department of Social Services has a vacant Income Maintenance Caseworker III position as a lead worker. Work at this level involves interviewing clients to obtain information, completing initial applications, verifying information obtained, determining eligibility and completing scheduled program reviews. Ability to speak Spanish would be positive.
Considerable knowledge of the program area of assignment. Good mathematical reasoning and computation skills. Ability to read, analyze and interpret rules, regulations and procedures. Must possess a valid state driver’s license. Two years of experience as an Income Maintenance Caseworker for the Income Maintenance Caseworker III level. Candidates may be considered at the Income Maintenance Caseworker I level which requires as a minimum graduation from high school and three years of paraprofessional, clerical or other public contact experience, which included negotiating, interviewing, explaining information, the gathering and compiling of data, the analysis of data and/or the performance of mathematical or legal tasks. All qualified applicants must complete a State application form (PD-107), attach an official college transcript – if applicable, and submit before the closing date to:
Sondra Livesay
Northampton County Dept. of Social Services
P. O. Box 157
Jackson, N. C. 27845
Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, March 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Applications will also be accepted at NC Works, 1560 Julian R Allsbrook Hwy, Roanoke Rapids, N. C. 27870. Northampton County is an EOE, complies with ADA requirements and hires only U. S. Citizens and lawfully admitted aliens. Northampton County complies with ADA requirements. All successful candidates will be required to submit to a substance abuse test and a criminal history record check.

03/17/2026

INCOME MAINTENANCE CASEWORKER II
Northampton County Department of Social Services has a vacant full time permanent Income Maintenance Caseworker II position. Work at this level involves interviewing clients to obtain information, completing initial applications, verifying information obtained, determining eligibility and completing scheduled program reviews. Ability to speak Spanish would be positive.
Considerable knowledge of the program area of assignment. Good mathematical reasoning and computation skills. Ability to read, analyze and interpret rules, regulations and procedures. Must possess a valid state driver’s license. One year of experience as an Income Maintenance Caseworker for the Income Maintenance Caseworker II level. Candidates may be considered at the Income Maintenance Caseworker I level which requires as a minimum graduation from high school and three years of paraprofessional, clerical or other public contact experience, which included negotiating, interviewing, explaining information, the gathering and compiling of data, the analysis of data and/or the performance of mathematical or legal tasks. All qualified applicants must complete a State application form (PD-107), attach an official college transcript – if applicable, and submit before the closing date to:
Sondra Livesay
Northampton County Dept. of Social Services
P. O. Box 157
Jackson, N. C. 27845
Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, March 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Applications will also be accepted at NCWORKS, 1560 Julian R. Allsbrook Hwy, Roanoke Rapids, N. C. 27870. Northampton County is an EOE, complies with ADA requirements and hires only U. S. Citizens and lawfully admitted aliens. Northampton County complies with ADA requirements. All successful candidates will be required to submit to a substance abuse test and a criminal history record check.

03/17/2026

SOCIAL WORKER II
Northampton County Department of Social Services has a vacant Social Worker II
position in the Work First Unit. Position requires working with DSS clients to enable them to obtain education, skills and training so that they may become economically self-sufficient. Requires in-depth knowledge of social work skills and excellent communication skills. Position also includes some Income Maintenance Caseworker duties. Must possess a valid state driver’s license. Prefer individuals with innovative and creative ideas.
Minimum Education and Experience: BSW from an accredited school of social work; or, four-year degree in a human services field from an accredited college/university and one year directly related experience; or, four-year degree from an accredited college/university and two years directly related experience. May consider applicants who qualify for lower social work level. Salary is based on applicant’s ability to qualify for full classification. Qualified applicants must complete a State Application (PD-107), attach an official college transcript and submit before the closing date to:
Sondra Livesay
Northampton County Dept. of Social Services
P. O. Box 157
Jackson, N. C. 27845
Closing date for receipt of applications & transcripts is Monday, March 30, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Only applicants with completed applications and transcripts will be considered. Applications will also be accepted at NC Works, 1560 Julian R Allsbrook Hwy, Roanoke Rapids, N. C. 27870. Northampton County is an equal opportunity employer and hires only U. S. Citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Northampton County complies with ADA requirements. All successful candidates will be required to submit to a substance abuse test and a criminal history record check.