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# Jobs in Shepherdstown, WV — Salary & Top Employers

**State:** [West Virginia Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/west-virginia?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 17
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 43
- Remote share: 14.0%

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Kearneysville, WV — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/west-virginia/kearneysville?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 5.2 mi | 0 | — |
| [Jobs in Martinsburg, WV — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/west-virginia/martinsburg?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 8.7 mi | 499 | $48K |
| [Jobs in Charles Town, WV — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/west-virginia/charles-town?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 10.2 mi | 81 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring in Shepherdstown, WV?

Higher education, hospitality, arts and culture, and professional services are the main hiring sectors in Shepherdstown. Shepherd University is the city's primary employer, alongside restaurants, inns, and boutique businesses in the historic downtown.
### What salaries are typical in Shepherdstown, WV?

Salaries in Shepherdstown vary widely — university faculty and professional contractors earn above the state median, while hospitality and retail roles are at or near WV minimum wage. DC-commuter residents often earn Washington-market salaries.
### Who are the top employers in Shepherdstown, WV?

Shepherd University is the dominant employer. The American Public University System (headquartered nearby in Charles Town) and the National Conservation Training Center (US Fish & Wildlife) also draw professional workers to the area.
### Are remote jobs available in Shepherdstown, WV?

Remote and hybrid positions are accessible to Shepherdstown residents through DC-area government contractors and federal agencies. The university also offers some remote-eligible administrative and faculty roles.
### How do I explore more jobs in the Eastern Panhandle?

Martinsburg is the largest city in the Panhandle and the best starting point for volume hiring. Charles Town and Kearneysville are also nearby. All appear on the West Virginia state page for easy side-by-side comparison.
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