General
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- NC Government Jobs PortalVisit portal →
Official North Carolina state government job board for current position openings across all agencies.
- NC Office of State Human ResourcesVisit OSHR →
State HR policies, classification plans, and employment resources from the NC Office of State Human Resources.
State examination booklets
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- NC State Highway Patrol — Trooper RecruitingVisit SHP →
NC State Highway Patrol trooper application and selection process including written exam and physical fitness test.
Local government booklets
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- Charlotte — Civil Service BoardVisit site →
Charlotte city HR department managing competitive hiring for police, fire, and municipal positions.
Good to know
- North Carolina distinguishes between career state employees (covered by the State Human Resources Act) and at-will employees. Competitive selection is required for career positions.
- Veterans preference applies in NC state hiring; eligible veterans receive priority consideration in the selection process.
Supplemental prep on this site
Our title-based guides explain merit-system hiring, what many exams emphasize, and study checklists. They do not replace your announcement or official state booklets.