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Hempstead County Hempstead County is Arkansas 4th county Est 1818. We have one State Park, Washington. It covers 741 Sq Miles with a population of over 26,000. state of Arkansas.

Hempstead County is a county located in the U.S. As of the 2010 census, the population was 22,609.[1] The county seat is Hope.[2] Hempstead County is Arkansas's fourth county, formed on December 15, 1818, alongside Clark and Pulaski counties. The county is named for Edward Hempstead,[3] a delegate to the U.S. Congress from the Missouri Territory, which included present-day Arkansas at the time. It is an alcohol prohibition or dry county. Historic Washington State Park is located in Hempstead County some nine miles northwest of Hope in the historic village of Washington, Arkansas. The state park opened in 1973 as "Old Washington Historic State Park", but the "Old" was dropped from the name in 2006. The park offers walking tours of the historic village, which contains more than a dozen historic structures from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Major highways[edit]
I-30 (AR). U.S. Highway 67
U.S. Highway 278
U.S. Highway 371
Highway 27
Highway 29
Highway 32

Adjacent counties
Pike County (north)
Nevada County (east)
Lafayette County (south)
Miller County (southwest)
Little River County (west)
Howard County (northwest)

Cities
Blevins
Hope
Washington

Towns
Fulton
McNab
McCaskill
Oakhaven
Ozan
Patmos
Perrytown

Unincorporated communities
Clow
Spring Hill

Townships
Bodcaw (Patmos)
Bois d'Arc (Fulton, McNab)
De Roan (Hope, Perrytown)
Garland
Mine Creek (part of Ozan)
Noland (small part of Emmet)
Ozan (Oakhaven, Washington, most of Ozan)
Redland (McCaskill)
Saline
Spring Hill
Wallaceburg (Blevins)
Water Creek

VETERANS DAY RECOGNITIONNovember 11, 2026 at 11 am at the Old Courthouse 400 S. Washington St Hope Arkansas. Come help u...
10/19/2026

VETERANS DAY RECOGNITION

November 11, 2026 at 11 am at the Old Courthouse 400 S. Washington St Hope Arkansas. Come help us honor our Veterans. Lions Club Fish Fry after Ceremony. VETERANS AND 1 GUEST EAST FREE. To the public fish meal will cost $15 per person.

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Now Hiringat the County Shop and Courthouse. The Hempstead County Shop is now hiring for multiple positions requiring CD...
10/13/2026

Now Hiring

at the County Shop and Courthouse. The Hempstead County Shop is now hiring for multiple positions requiring CDLs. The Courthouse is also hiring for a Maintenance position. You MUST have HVAC experience. Applications can be picked up at the Hempstead County Courthouse in Judge Jerry T. Crane's office. For more information, please call Judge Crane's office @ 870-777-6164.

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UPDATE: Now HiringChief Deputy Treasurer. Hempstead County Treasurer’s Office is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented i...
10/02/2026

UPDATE: Now Hiring

Chief Deputy Treasurer. Hempstead County Treasurer’s Office is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented individual to join the Treasurer’s Office.
This position provides administrative and financial support to the Treasurer’s Office and requires accuracy, confidentiality, organization, and excellent customer service. The successful candidate along with the Treasurer will work with financial records, data entry, accounting information, and members of the public while assisting with the day-to-day operations of the office.
Key Responsibilities
Perform general clerical and administrative duties in support of the Treasurer’s Office.
Enter, maintain, and verify financial and other records with a high degree of accuracy.
Process and organize financial information, receipts, payments, and related documentation.
Assist with accounting, reconciliation, and other routine financial tasks.
Operate computers and office software, including spreadsheets, databases, word-processing programs, and financial management systems.
Perform 12-key and numeric data entry accurately and efficiently.
Calculate totals, percentages, rates, and other basic financial information.
Maintain organized files and records.
Respond professionally and courteously to questions from the public, county employees, and other individuals conducting business with the office.
Follow written and verbal instructions and established office procedures.
Identify routine problems, determine appropriate solutions, and seek assistance when necessary.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling financial and personal information.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public, coworkers, and other county personnel.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations involving whole numbers, fractions, decimals, rates, ratios, and percentages.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to organize work, meet deadlines, and manage multiple routine tasks.
Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagrammed instructions.
Ability to use common sense and sound judgment when addressing routine problems.
Basic computer and keyboarding skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience or education in one or more of the following areas is preferred:
Accounting or bookkeeping
Clerical or administrative support
Data entry
Financial recordkeeping
Spreadsheet applications
Database management
Financial management software
Customer service
Technical Skills
Applicants should have the ability to learn and effectively use:
Alphanumeric data entry
12-key data entry
Accounting and bookkeeping software
Financial management systems
Databases
Spreadsheets
Word processing and typing applications
Skills and Personal Qualities
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Accuracy: Carefully reviews financial and administrative information for errors.
Dependability: Consistently reports to work, completes assigned responsibilities and follows through on commitments.
Organization: Maintains orderly records and effectively prioritizes daily tasks.
Customer Service: Treats members of the public and coworkers with courtesy and professionalism.
Confidentiality: Handles sensitive financial and personal information appropriately.
Communication: Clearly communicates information and responds effectively to questions.
Problem Solving: Uses sound judgment and common sense to resolve routine issues.
Teamwork: Works cooperatively with the Treasurer, county employees, and other offices.
Education and Experience
A high school diploma or GED is required. Specialized education, training, or on-the-job experience in accounting, bookkeeping, data processing, clerical/administrative work, financial recordkeeping, or a related field is a plus.
Candidates who are detail-oriented, dependable, comfortable working with numbers and computers, and committed to providing professional service to the public are encouraged to apply.
To apply send your resume to [email protected], to the Treasurer’s office at PO Box 1420 Hope, AR 71802-1420, or you can drop one by the Treasurer’s Office. Resumes will be accepted until October 16, 2026.

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09/16/2026
Burn BanHempstead County Judge Jerry Crane has issued a burn ban. Due to the lack of sufficient rainfall and the prospec...
08/05/2026

Burn Ban

Hempstead County Judge Jerry Crane has issued a burn ban. Due to the lack of sufficient rainfall and the prospect of continued rapidly drying conditions, the necessity arises to ban all outdoor burning and the discharge of all fireworks in Hempstead County Arkansas

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Address

200 East Third Street
Hope, AR
71801

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+18707777800

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