Welcome to the City of Ranson!

Nestled in the heart of Jefferson County, West Virginia, and just an hour’s drive from the nation’s capital and forty minutes from Dulles International Airport, Ranson is located at the center of opportunity for you to rewind, relax, recreate and repeat. Ranson is a return to the past and a retreat from the present. Deemed by its founders as the “ideal place for industry and business,” Ranson came to life in 1910 as the industrial hub of Jefferson County anchored by a booming manufacturing economy. As it has for over 100 years, Ranson continues to transition, grow and regenerate while keeping its small town charm.

Latest News

 

  • Hiring: Administrative Assistant – Police Department

    Ranson, WV seeks motivated applicants for the position of PD Administrative Assistant. Primary duties include customer service and front desk coverage at Ranson Police Department, posting receipt transactions, maintaining detailed citation/court records, and processing large quantities of complex data entry tasks pertaining to public safety. This position ensures timely record postings and document filing, efficient…

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  • Ranson Mini Grant

    The City of Ranson is requesting any organization wishing to apply for funding from the Ranson Mini Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2027 to submit an application between July 1, 2026, and December 31, 2026. Applications can be accessed and completed by visiting ransonwv.gov and selecting the “Ranson Mini Grant” page under “Latest News” on…

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  • Hiring: Accounting Clerk – Payables

    Ranson, WV seeks experienced applicants for the position of Accounting Clerk – Payables. Primary duties include processing recurring disbursements, reconciling City expense transactions, maintaining detailed vendor records, and front desk coverage at Ranson City Hall. This position ensures timely payment of approved vendor invoices, accurate accounting of ledger expense postings, daily cashiering support, and provides…

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Information for New Residents


Whether you are just moving to the area or are curious about what the city has to offer, please take a look at our New Resident Information. We hope these resources aid in your transition to Ranson. To keep current with city information, please sign up for the email newsletter.