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Discover exciting career opportunities that make a difference in Northumberland County.

Current opportunities

To apply for a job with Northumberland County, please view our current vacancies below and follow the steps in the attached job posting to submit your application:

Resident & Family Services Manager, Golden Plough Lodge

Cobourg Full Time Expires in 13 days
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 Community Outreach Worker 

Cobourg Full Time Expires in 10 days
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Administrative Clerk, Northumberland Paramedics – Scheduling

Cobourg Full Time Expires in 7 days
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Communications & Digital Media Intern

Cobourg Full Time Expires today
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Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Golden Plough Lodge Part Time Ongoing recruitment
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Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Golden Plough Lodge Part Time Ongoing recruitment
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Registered Nurse (RN)

Golden Plough Lodge Casual Ongoing recruitment
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Looking for a career in Early Childhood Education?

Many organizations throughout Northumberland County are recruiting Early Childhood Educators, Education Assistants and Child Care Assistants.
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Build your career with the County

Opportunities to grow. Rewarding work. Natural living.

Welcome to Northumberland County, where you can build your career while making a meaningful impact in your community. Here, you’ll find rewarding work, a supportive team environment, and opportunities to grow — all while enjoying the natural beauty and vibrant communities that make this region special. We promote work-life balance and provide health benefits to support your personal and professional success.

As a leader in local government, we partner with our municipalities to serve residents through collaboration and service excellence. We invest in learning, career development, and fostering a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve and drives innovation across our organization.

How we serve the community

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What we offer

Making your work and life balance better.

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    Comprehensive health plans

    We care about the well-being of our employees. We provide occupational health supports, and Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) for all staff, in addition to health and dental plans for full time staff.

  • Competitive compensation

    We provide fair, competitive salaries with regular reviews to recognize your hard work and commitment.

  • Livable communities

    Our employees are fortunate enough to have beaches, trails, and fantastic restaurants just steps away from their office. Our community is known for its gentle rolling hills, picturesque lakefronts, quaint villages, and vibrant arts and culture. NoCo has leading wellness getaways, including spas and environmental retreats. From concerts, to festivals, to museums — creativity also takes centre stage here in Northumberland.

  • Learning and development

    Professional career development provides the foundation for limitless opportunities for the growth of our employees. It’s how we deliver great service to our communities and help our employees be the best that they can be.

  • Retirement savings

    We offer the exceptional Ontario Municipal Employee’s Retirement System, a matching defined benefit pension plan that assists employees in planning for a stress-free retirement.

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    Employee and family assistance plan

    We work hard to provide our employees with the health support and assistance needed. Employee health and well-being is an essential part of our wellness program.

  • Work life balance

    Developing positive relationships and achieving your workplace goals is about benefiting from the right balance. We assist employees in finding the right balance to work, live and play with potential hybrid work options, compressed working weeks, and flexible work hours.

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Why choose us?

At Northumberland County, we are committed to your continuous growth and development. Through educational and career advancement opportunities, we empower you to reach your full potential. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to mirror the communities we support and fostering innovation and growth within our workforce.

  • Build your career here: Find endless possibilities to develop and excel.
  • Meet our team: Join a group of passionate individuals who work together to achieve greatness.
  • Best of both worlds: Experience the charm of natural living while thriving in a dynamic work environment.

Our values

We have important responsibilities as a municipal government organization. By bringing people, partnerships, and possibilities together, we aim to build a strong and vibrant community. Northumberland County strives to lead by example through innovation and excellence. 
Join our team at Northumberland County and be a part of an organization that values your growth, supports your well-being, and empowers you to make a difference. Discover a rewarding career that aligns with your passion for natural living and community impact.

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Accountability

We hold ourselves accountable for delivering exceptional service to all members of our community.

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Care and Support

We respect and understand the needs of our customers and colleagues, making a positive impact on residents every day.

Collaboration and Communication

Inclusion and diversity define our successful teams, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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Honesty and Integrity

Starting from the top down, we uphold honesty in all our actions, following through on our commitments.

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Innovation and Excellence

We promote an environment that encourages feedback and suggestions for improvement, providing outstanding training and development opportunities.

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Mutual Trust and Respect

Your voice, ideas, and perspectives matter. We value each team member and their contributions.