Departments A - H

Administration

Carteret County Administration oversee all departments and works closely with the Board of Commissioners to accomplish the goals set forth by the Board.

Airport

Just minutes to Historic Beaufort, pristine beaches, world-class fishing off the Big Rock, and some of the finest seafood, dining, and people on the east coast. The Carteret County-Beaufort Airport Authority offers over 400 acres of space including three asphalt runways, a terminal building, hangar and tie-down spaces, fuel, and so much more! You will find exactly what you need here at Michael J. Smith Field.

Animal Control Services

Animal Control Services is responsible for programs that are designed to protect the public from health concerns and nuisances associated with dangerous animals.

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is committed to providing free, open, honest and professionally managed election services to our community.

CCATS Public Transportation

Our Mission is to provide safe, reliable public transportation in a respectful manner for the citizens of Carteret County.

Civic Center

Cooperative Extension

The North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service is the largest outreach program at North Carolina State University. Based in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, we reach millions of North Carolina citizens each year through local centers in the state's 100 counties and with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.

County Attorney

Learn about the county attorney's roles and duties within Carteret County.

Court Facilities

Explore North Carolina's counties for court services and information, such as courthouse locations, jury service, contacts, and more.

Economic Development

Crystal Coast Economic Development (CCED) is a department of the Carteret County government established to facilitate the creation of new and better jobs and investments within Carteret County.

Emergency Services

Learn the protocol for the county in case of an emergency including hurricanes, tornadoes, and thunderstorms.

Environmental Health

Environmental Health provides education, surveillance and enforcement of state laws and rules and county ordinances.

Finance

The Finance Department operates a financial accounting and reporting system in compliance with North Carolina General Statute 159 (Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act) and other North Carolina General Statutes, Federal laws, and regulations. The primary purpose of the Department is to maintain accurate financial records to support the overall fiscal management of the County.

General Services

The General Services Department manages county government capital projects, as well as, in-house projects performed by the Public Buildings and Public Works Departments. In addition, the County Engineer oversees the county solid waste and disaster debris programs.

GIS Services

Carteret County Geographic Information System (GIS) primary focus has been to centralize the creation, maintenance and dissemination of geographic data, and to provide custom mapping services.

Health Department

The Carteret County Health Department provides a variety of services to its residents including clinic services, education, community outreach and public health awareness.

Human Resources

Carteret County Human Resources Department provides comprehensive Human Resources services and guidance to County departments in the development. implementation, and administration of policies and procedures.