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Laborer
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Engineering
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $40,040
Position Closes - 3/31/2026
Under supervision, performs varied types of manual and unskilled laboring work, and may drive a truck in connection with laboring work on occasion; does other related duties as required. NOTE: Employees with experience in the maintenance of traffic signals, roadway markings and signs may be given priority consideration for appointment.
Principal Engineer Bridges
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Engineering
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $100,000-$125,000
Position Closes - 3/31/2026
Under direction, takes the lead and performs the complex work involved in planning and executing detailed structural designs and cost estimates for highway bridges and related structures; checks structural designs and drawings for assigned projects; in some jurisdictions, may supervise staff in the performance of field and office engineering work;...
Principal Engineer
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Engineering
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $100,000-$125,000
Position Closes - 3/31/2026
Under direction, in one or more branches of engineering, takes the lead and performs highly responsible field and office engineering work involved in the review, design, maintenance, and construction of structures and/or systems; in some jurisdictions, may supervise a staff conducting field and office engineering work; does related work as...
Principal Engineer Highway
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Engineering
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $100,000-$125,000
Position Closes - 3/31/2026
Under direction, takes the lead and/or performs the more complex engineering phases of surveys, studies, designs, investigation, construction, or inspection of highways, other roads, or streets and appurtenances; in some jurisdictions, may supervise a staff conducting field and office engineering work; does other related duties.
Land Surveyor
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Engineering
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $65,000-$75,000
Position Closes - 3/31/2026
Under direction, surveys land and computes land boundaries, areas, and elevation; does other related duties as required.
Assistant Fire Marshal
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Fire Marshall
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $48,000
Position Closes - 3/31/2026
The Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office is seeking a motivated individual for the Assistant Fire Marshal position. This full-time role offers training in fire safety, investigations, and public safety programs. The candidate will be responsible for fire prevention, inspections, investigations, public education, and supporting emergency response...
Community Service Aide
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Human Services
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $41,000
Position Closes - 4/30/2026
Under supervision, performs a variety of routine field and office work involved in community-oriented programs such as housing, urban renewal, education, welfare, unemployment, and crime prevention; interviews community residents and assists them in obtaining government aid and support services, or makes referrals to other agencies; does other...
Juvenile Detention Officer
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Juvenile Services
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $44,000
Position - open until filled
Under general direction of a supervisory employee during a shift, controls the general conduct and behavior of juvenile residents, the maintenance of discipline, and custodial, recreational, transportation and housekeeping functions; does other related duties as required.
Youth Worker
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Juvenile Services
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $39,500
Position Closes - 1/31/2026
Under the direction, assists in the planning and implementation of therapeutic programs relating to the everyday living activities of problem children to provide for the emotional, social and educational advancement of the individual child, and to ensure the safety and welfare of the residents; does other related work.
Public Information Specialist
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Public Information
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $60,000-$80,000
Position Closes - 6/1/2026
This position supports the Ocean County Department of Public Affairs by producing clear, accurate, engaging written and visual content that informs residents, promotes County programs, and highlights the work of Ocean County government. This position is responsible for drafting press releases, commissioner speeches, feature stories, and related...
Multimedia Communications Specialist
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Public Information
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $52,000- $68,000
Position Closes - 6/1/2026
The Multimedia Communications Specialist supports the Ocean County Department of Public Affairs by creating engaging, high-quality visual and digital content that highlights County programs, services, events, and accomplishments. This position is responsible for producing photography, videography, and fast-moving digital content, including social...
Omnibus Operator (Full-time)
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Transportation
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $44,200
Position - open until filled
Drives a motor vehicle with a passenger capacity of at least six persons for transporting people on assigned established routes or to special activities, events, or various destinations; may also clean, service, and make minor repairs to such vehicles; does other related duties as required.
Omnibus Operator (Part-time)
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Transportation
Type of Position - Regular - Part-time
Salary - $21.25/hour
Position - open until filled
Drives a motor vehicle with a passenger capacity of at least six persons for transporting people on assigned established routes or to special activities, events, or various destinations; may also clean, service, and make minor repairs to such vehicles; does other related duties as required.
Clerical
Position Status - Accepting applications
Department - Various
Type of Position - Regular - Full-time
Salary - $39,536
Position Closes - 3/31/2026
Under close supervision, performs routine, repetitive clerical work involving the processing of documents in a variety of functions; formats and key enters/types correspondence, documents, reports, charts and other materials on a computer console, typewriter, or other key entry device used by the agency; does other related duties as required....