OSHR: Center of HR Collaboration and Facilitation

In the Office of State Human Resources, our vision is simple: Serve as the “Center of Collaboration for Human Resources” for the State. OSHR takes that vision seriously. Whether you're a new or seasoned employee, we have the information you need.

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Featured Event

Caswell Awards

N.C. First Lady Kristin Cooper and State Leaders Honor Employees with 45 Years of Public Service

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Featured Event

Sensible Savings Sessions are BACK!

From April 19 to August 25, state employees across North Carolina will have opportunities to learn how to make the most of their finances and resources by attending one of several FREE Sensible Savings Sessions offered by NCFlex.

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Creating a Culture of Safety

Workplace safety is a top priority. In fact, workplace injuries are down 19 percent! OSHR is leading a consolidation effort to reduce safety risks and streamline workers' compensation claims. There are many ways that employees can get involved.

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Look for a Job with NC State Government

Working for North Carolina is very rewarding. Job opportunities abound from the mountains to the coast. See where you can contribute to making this state the best it can be.

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Employee Resources

We're here to help you. From benefits to workplace safety, our resources are organized to help you find information quickly.

HR Policies

Need to look up a policy? Browse our extensive collection from equal employment to statutory provisions, and everything in between.

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Looking for a Job?

Bring your passions, creativity and strengths to work every day. Our careers are as diverse as the citizens we serve! Search for a job with one of the largest and most geographically diverse employers in North Carolina.

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State Benefits

When you work for North Carolina, you can rely upon a culture that values collaboration, creativity, innovation, diversity, and teamwork. We offer benefit option packages that will enhance your quality of life, health, wellness, and future.

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Miles for Wellness

Sponsored by the Wellness, Safety and Health Program of OSHR, Miles for Wellness encourages and supports employees to increase their level of physical activity above their current baseline of steps per day, with the goal of 10,000 steps, or the equivalent of 5 miles, achieved most days of the week.

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83KCurrently Working State Employees We're proud to say that we are one of the largest employers in the State of North Carolina. Tens of thousands of people enjoy working where they have the ability to impact positive change in our cities and communities.

99Percent of Employees with Full-Time Positions We not only offer jobs in countless areas across the state, but we're also proud to offer full-time positions to most of our employees to help strengthen our state's economy.

12Average Years of Service Per Employee It's important to not only find strong people who want to make an impact on the state, but to also find exemplary employees who want to keep doing that for years. Our family is strong and dedicated!

What We Do

The Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) serves as the "Center of Human Resources Collaboration and Facilitation" for the State of North Carolina through an integrated, professional Human Resources function that is collaborative, strategic, and customer-focused, allowing state government to attract, retain, develop, and motivate a high-performing, diverse workforce. In compliance with the State Human Resources Act and with accountability to the Governor and the State Human Resources Commission, we provide high quality human resources services that enable agencies and universities to attract, motivate, develop, and retain a competent, diverse workforce to meet their business objectives.

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