Employment Opportunities

ATTENTION Employees- To apply, log into MUNIS self service to see all employment opportunities available. Click here to view opportunities available to City employees

ATTENTION APPLICANTS! The Newport News Sheriff’s Office is hiring motivated people to join our team! Click here to view our employment opportunities with the Sheriff's Office.


Welcome to your next breakthrough career opportunity page! The City of Newport News commits to offering a top-level and competitive compensation and benefits package, with actual salary offers determined based on individual qualifications and internal equity considerations (using relevant education and COMPLETE work history provided on applications). Positions below may include a posted hiring range targeted between entry and mid-career level experience for the role and reflects current market benchmarking data (internal and external).




Rows per page: Openings: 37 1 of 4



Sort

Search

Description/Notes

Minimum salary

Posted after


Location
Job Family
Job Class
Group
Positions AvailableSpecial Requirements/Notes

FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT MANAGER

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: CITY MANAGER

Job Family: MANAGERIAL/EXECUTIVE

Posting Start: 04/28/2026

Posting End: 07/29/2026

Details: Click Here for Job Description


Target Hiring Range: $82,800.00 - $100,050.00 Based on Experience.

This position is a grant funded position that is expected to last for 2 years.

Click Here to Learn More About This Job Opportunity.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY ANALYST

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Job Family: PROFESSIONAL

Posting Start: 07/01/2026

Posting End: 07/15/2026

Details: Click Here for Job Description


Target Hiring Range: $75,000 - $95,000 Based on Experience

PARALEGAL/UF

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY

Job Family: PROFESSIONAL

Posting Start: 01/20/2026

Posting End: 07/21/2026


Paralegal Job Description
DUTIES
The Paralegal Underfill will be supervised by the Deputy of the assigned attorney team and will complete tasks assigned by any attorney in the office. These tasks will primarily consist of researching complex legal issues and drafting written responses to court filings, including addressing motions to suppress, motions in limine, and any other written documents as assigned. The Paralegal Underfill will also begin learning the duties of the attorneys in the office, including being trained on the completion of subpoenas, discovery responses, tri....

Click To View Full Description

ASSISTANT COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY

Job Family: PROFESSIONAL

Posting Start: 04/29/2026

Posting End: 10/29/2026


Now offering competitive sign-on bonuses starting at $2,500 for qualified candidates. The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney for Newport News is seeking dynamic, motivated attorneys to join our team as Assistant Commonwealth's Attorneys.

What We Offer:
• Hands-On Trial Experience: Prepare to take on real, impactful cases from day one. Our attorneys handle a high volume of cases, gaining substantial trial experience in both district and circuit courts. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop and refine your litigation skills.

• Comprehensive Training: We invest i....

Click To View Full Description

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST I

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: POLICE

Job Family: PUBLIC SAFETY

Posting Start: 07/06/2026

Posting End: 08/31/2026

Details: Click Here for Job Description


Target Hiring Range: $51,627.78 - $53,000.00 Based on Experience

CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: POLICE

Job Family: PUBLIC SAFETY

Posting Start: 07/06/2026

Posting End: 12/31/2026

Details: Click Here for Job Description


Target Hiring Range: $59,927 - $66,148 Based on Experience

POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: POLICE

Job Family: PUBLIC SAFETY

Posting Start: 07/06/2026

Posting End: 12/31/2026

Details: Click Here for Job Description


Salary Starting at $55,960.00
Want to know why joining the Newport News Police Department is a great career move? Find out why NNPD could be the right fit for you!

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR SPECIALIST

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: POLICE

Job Family: PROFESSIONAL

Posting Start: 04/02/2026

Posting End: 07/20/2026

Details: Click Here for Job Description


Target Hiring Range: $57,000 - $67,000 Based on Experience

FIREFIGHTER/MEDIC RECRUIT

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: FIRE

Job Family: PUBLIC SAFETY

Posting Start: 07/01/2026

Posting End: 07/31/2026

Details: Click Here for Job Description


Salary starting at $55,960 annually

COMMUNITY PARAMEDICINE SPECIALIST

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: FIRE

Job Family: PUBLIC SAFETY

Posting Start: 03/11/2026

Posting End: 07/23/2026

Details: Click Here for Job Description


Target Hiring Range: $66,058.80 - $79,821.05 Based on Experience.

Rows per page: Openings: 37 1 of 4