Careers
Join Our Team and Make a Difference at Wake County Smart Start
We are looking for passionate people who want to help further our mission increasing access to early care and education programs in Wake County.
Why Join WCSS?
OUR CULTURE
WCSS is a warm, welcoming and collaborative environment. Everyone is deeply committed to making a difference in the lives of young children with the greatest needs. Although we take work seriously, we also find time to have fun and connect with each other.
Benefits
Healthcare
100% employer-paid benefits starting 30 days from date of hire (on 1st of month), including Medical, Dental and Vision.
Saving for the Future
Join our 401k plan after 6 months of employment. Employer match up to 5%.
Mental Wellness
Employees get 2 days Mental Wellness per year.
Holiday/PTO
6 paid holidays + floating holiday per year & 6 days PTO at end of December for Winter Break.
Sick Leave
Employees get paid sick leave.
Disability / Insurance
Long and Short Term Disability, Life Insurance (employer funded), Optional Life Insurance (employee funded).
Professional Development Encouraged
Paid leave for learning and career development.
Our values
We, as employees of Wake County Smart Start, share the following guiding principles:
Self-Responsibility
As professionals, we take responsibility for our own success and failures. We celebrate success and see failures as opportunities for growth.
Respect
We are committed to treating one another with fairness, dignity, compassion, and kindness. We believe that people who are given respect and responsibility give their best effort.
Empathy
We recognize empathy as the ability to see a situation from the other person’s view. We strive to develop a culture which values each other’s background, life situations, goals, and interests.
Honest Communication
We communicate directly with others in an honest, sincere and respectful manner.
Mutual Commitment to Success
We understand and are committed to organizational goals and recognize the importance of including others in working to achieve our common goals.
Accountability
We are mindful, as we fulfill our duties and responsibilities, that we are accountable to each other and to the citizens of our state.
Risk
We strengthen our commitment to strive for new and innovative ways to approach our work without the fear of making mistakes.
Trust
We believe that trust instills confidence in the integrity and reliability of our organization. We strive to build trust through sharing information, encouraging and implementing new ideas, and establishing and communicating expectations and ground rules.
Application Process
Here’s what to expect:
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Search open positions on the
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Select the position you’re interested in and click Apply next to the job listing.
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Complete and submit your online application.
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After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.
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Our team will review your application, and if your qualifications match the requirements for the position, you will be contacted to schedule a phone screening.
Hiring Process
Here’s what to expect:
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Phone Screening
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Interview with hiring manager and/or panel
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Interview With Executive Director. Reference Checks
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Offer is granted, determine start date
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Background Check
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Onboarding
FAQs
Impact Stories
Jennifer Hoch
“What makes me happiest at work is seeing the tangible impact of my contributions, knowing that I'm making a difference and helping my team succeed.”
Stephanie Jenkins
“Working here at Wake County Smart Start, I find enjoyment in building quality relationships and empowering the child care community to achieve their goals for young children in Wake County.”
