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Josh Dobson
Josh Dobson (born July 19, 1981) is an American politician, most recently serving as North Carolina Commissioner of Labor. He previously served in the North Carolina House of Representatives. Early life and educationDobson was born on July 19, 1981, in North Carolina. He grew up in Avery County, and graduated from Avery High School. He then went to McDowell Technical Community College, where he completed an associate’s degree; Gardner-Webb University, where he got a bachelor’s degree; and Appalachian State University, where he earned a master’s degree in public administration.[1] He was appointed to the North Carolina House of Representatives on January 29, 2013, after Mitch Gillespie resigned.[2] Before becoming a State Representative, Dobson was a county commissioner for McDowell County.[1] Legislative tenure2014 electionDobson was unopposed in the Republican primary, and he defeated JR Edwards in the general election.[3]
2016 electionDobson was unopposed in both the Republican primary and the general election.[3] 2018 electionDobson was unopposed in the Republican primary, and he defeated Howard Larsen in the general election.[3][4]
Commissioner of Labor2020 electionIn May 2019, Dobson decided to run for North Carolina Commissioner of Labor.[5] He defeated Democrat Jessica Holmes in the November 2020 general election.[3][6] He assumed office on January 2, 2021.[7] TenureOn December 6, 2022, Dobson announced that he would not seek reelection or election to any other public office in 2024.[8] He resigned on November 6, 2024, the day after 2024 elections, saying, "After 21 years of public service, I look forward to pursuing new opportunities in the private sector."[9] References
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