Departments G - Z

General Services

Burke County General Services is comprised of Water and Sewer, Waste Management and Maintenance and Operations.

Geographic Information System (GIS)

Geographic Information System (GIS) technology includes data and solutions that are used to solve problems worldwide in government, education, business and other professions.

Health Department - Public Health

"Promoting Health, Protecting the Environment" is a statement that we take seriously at the Burke County Health Department. We promise to provide you with quality care from a highly qualified, friendly staff.

Human Resources

Apply for a job, view benefits, see policies, or learn about HealthWorks.

Information Technology

Find contact information and supporting documents for the Information Technology department.

Jail

Library

Visit the Burke County Public Library website. Peruse the catalog, attend an event, or access research resources.

Planning

Recreation & Conference Center

The recreation department offers athletic programs for youth, along with classes, trips and events of various natures for all ages

Register of Deeds

​The Register of Deeds office provides a standardized, permanent record of real estate ownership and transfers in Burke County.

Senior Services

Senior services provides a focal point for aging resources, as well as, opportunities designed to extend independent living and enrich the quality of life for older adults in Burke County.

Sheriff's Office

Social Services

The Burke County Department of Social Services is dedicated to assist individuals who require or request our applicable social work services to maintain or enhance the quality of their lives.

Soil & Water Conservation

Soil and Water Conservation Districts are subdivisions of State Government. There are 96 Districts in North Carolina, covering the state’s 100 counties. Districts promote the wise use and management of our natural resources - soil, water, air, plants and animals.

Tax Administration

The Burke County Tax Office is responsible for listing, appraising and assessing all real and personal property located in Burke County.

Veterans Services

The Veterans Services Office assists eligible veterans, their dependents and/or surviving spouses, children of deceased veterans, members of the Reserves or National Guard, and active-duty service members in applying for benefits and services from the Department of Veterans Affairs and North Carolina Division of Veterans Affairs.

Waste Management

Water and Sewer