We’re excited to announce an historic investment in the Montgomery County Public Defender’s Office! The county will hire 15 new public defenders and several non-legal positions to meet current and future needs. Find current job listings online: https://lnkd.in/gaGpNqT9.
Montgomery County, PA
Government Administration
Norristown, Pennsylvania 5,296 followers
Montgomery County, Pa—one of the most diverse, historic, and economically vibrant counties in America.
About us
Montgomery County is the third largest county in Pennsylvania. With just under 800,000 people living in its 487 square miles, Montgomery County is home to scores of major employers in pharmaceuticals, banking, manufacturing, healthcare and education. The Montgomery County government and the services it provides to its residents is a reflection of the county itself – large, diversified, sophisticated and efficient. With a $385 million budget and close to 2,400 employees, Montgomery County provides a wide range of services serving social needs, business development, employee training, recreational opportunities, public safety, court services and roads and bridges. The county provides and coordinates social services in innovative and efficient ways through several departments including the Office of Children and Youth, Developmental Disabilities, and Aging and Adult Services. Montgomery County maintains 75 miles of roads and 133 bridges; has developed over 60 miles of multi-use trails throughout the county; and cares for seven county parks and five historic sites. Montgomery County also boasts an award-winning Department of Public Safety, which includes the only internationally accredited emergency dispatch center (911) in Pennsylvania. The dispatch center handles 770,000 calls a year; it handles 1,900 dispatches a day; and, over one million radio transmissions a week. The county government provides many other services to its residents, and the county, itself, is home to a wide range of recreational, cultural and artistic outlets. It is served by an excellent public transportation system and its proximity to Philadelphia adds a great deal more to the quality of life in Montgomery County.
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www.montgomerycountypa.gov
External link for Montgomery County, PA
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Norristown, Pennsylvania
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- Government Agency
Locations
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Primary
425 Swede St
Norristown, Pennsylvania 19401, US
Employees at Montgomery County, PA
Updates
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Way to go, Montco! 💪 Montgomery County was named one of the top 100 healthiest communities in the country by U.S. News & World Report: https://brnw.ch/21wLZ0G Congratulations to our neighbors at County of Chester for also making the top 100 list 🎉
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Have a period? No problem! In #MontcoPA, we're now stocking period products in the bathrooms of all county-owned facilities — free of charge. Next time you're at the courthouse, checking out one of our trails, registering to vote, or visiting a historic site, our bathrooms will have what you need. Period.
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#DidYouKnow Montgomery County helps bridge the gap between jobseekers and employers seeking to grow their skilled workforce? Our Commerce Department has dedicated staff to supporting workforce development across the county, ultimately changing lives for the better. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eTn3-SbB.
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We’re getting excited for America’s 250th birthday! 2026 will be our country’s semiquincentennial (say that five times fast) and #MontcoPA will be a hub for history and entertainment 🥳 Thanks to all of the hardworking folks across the county, state, and country, we are laying the groundwork for what is certain to be a great celebration. America250 America250PA
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Reminder! 📣 Take the Montgomery County Planning Commission survey for the Airy Street Prison redevelopment project by tomorrow, August 16. Learn about the project, view the map and key facts, and fill out a brief survey to share your ideas for the future of the site: https://brnw.ch/21wLRKa
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Have you donated to our Back to School Drive yet? 🤔 Your generous donations help local low-income families prepare for the upcoming school year. 🎒 Please consider donating before August 23. More info: https://lnkd.in/dxNRV8Mf
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All Aboard the Perkiomen Railroad! 🚂 Visit our new exhibit at Pennypacker Mills in Schwenksville, created in collaboration with the Perkiomen Railroad Historical Society. The free exhibit will be available through January 12, 2025. More details: https://brnw.ch/21wLKhm.
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Five Montgomery County Deputy Sheriffs have recently been awarded the FBI Medal for Meritorious Achievement during a special ceremony at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C. The individuals were recognized for selfless and heroic acts during an explosives training incident in 2022. We commend their actions in the midst of this difficult and dangerous situation. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e8deXCxK
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Montgomery County has taken a strategic step toward boosting revenue from grants and foundational partnerships with the launch of a Grants and Development Office! Joining the County to spearhead these efforts is Jasmine Leatherberry, an experienced grants and compliance professional. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eKgxHGmh
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