Your Dream Career Starts Here.

Ready to elevate your career while serving the greater good? The call to public service is stronger than ever, and we have exciting job opportunities waiting just for you at Kent County! With open positions in general government, health and welfare, public safety, judicial, and much more, you can expand your skill set in an environment that fosters continuous learning.

911 Dispatcher

Full Time - $21.68 hourly

Sheriff’s Office

Animal Shelter Technician

Part Time - $18.81 hourly

Animal Shelter

Clerk II

Full Time - $20.38 hourly

Clerk – Courthouse

Clerk II

Full Time - $20.38 hourly

Central Services

*Corrections Officer

Full Time – $29.44 to $34.22 hourly

(Depending on experience)

Sheriff’s Office

*Community Support Driver

Full Time - $18.81 hourly

KCCA

*Equipment Operator

Full-time - $26.35 - $29.01 hourly

Department of Public Works

*HVAC Technician

 Full-time - $30.30 hourly

 Sheriff’s Office

*Public Health Nurse- WIC and Immunizations

Full-time - Depends on Qualifications

Health Department

Seasonal Parks Worker I

Temporary – $15.50 hourly

Parks Department

*Senior Meals Program Cook

  Full Time - $19.49 hourly

  KCCA

* Indicates positions that are Referral Bonus eligible for current employees. 

Employee Spotlight: Reginald Farrior, Veterans' Services Officer

"Kent County is truly a special place for veterans who call this county home. The most rewarding part of my job is when I build a rapport with a veteran. When achieved, I can become their advisor and trusted confidant."