State of North Carolina remote jobs and company guide

The State of North Carolina is a governmental entity, the 12th state to join the United States, officially becoming a state on November 21, 1789. Located in the southeastern region of the United States, North Carolina is known for its diverse geography, spanning from the Appalachian Mountains in the west to the Atlantic coastal plains in the east. The state government is organized into three branches: executive, legislative, and judicial, with the Governor serving as the chief executive.

North Carolina state government serves approximately 10.7 million residents and employs more than 81,000 people across various agencies, branches, and universities, making it the state's largest employer. The government provides essential public services including education, healthcare, transportation, public safety, environmental protection, and economic development. The state's capital is Raleigh, and major departments include the Department of Transportation, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Commerce, and Department of Public Safety, among many others.