Job Summary: Under general direction, performs technical accounting, financial recording and account analysis duties. Audits accounts. Reconciles and updates subsidiary ledger to the general ledger. Reviews and interprets policies, laws and procedures related to work assignments. Performs account and bank reconciliations. Performs payroll related duties including, but not limited to, time entry, direct deposit, and regulatory reporting. Responds to employee, customer and citizen requests in a timely manner. Performs specialized accounting tasks specific to assignments. Performs work under deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field, supplemented by at least one (1) year of general accounting experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must be accurate in key-punch and arithmetic calculations. Knowledge of accounts receivable systems preferred. Knowledge of payroll functions preferred. Must be flexible in day to day duties and be able to work with other staff members under stressful deadlines. Possess ability to utilize specialized accounting software and spreadsheet programs. Must be able to interpret accounting reports and records and to analyze accounting data. Possess excellent oral communication skill. Must be able to prepare and present accurate and reliable accounting reports.
Position Title:
ACCOUNTS SPECIALIST
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Until Filled
Salary:
$22,680 Annual Salary
Department:
Jail #2
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Job Summary: Under general supervision, performs a variety of administrative support, and basic accounts processing and financial recording duties; receives, records, reconciles, and deposits collected departmental revenues; ensures proper receipting of fees and maintains accurate records. Assists customers by phone and in person. Must be able to work any shift.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma, supplemented by college level course work in Accounting, Bookkeeping or closely related field, and one (1) year of typing and/or general clerical experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must be able to input data, type and file accurately; Security background check, psychological and psychometric test and observed urinalysis drug screening. 25 wpm typing. Clerical Testing Required. ALL TESTING MUST BE SCHEDULED AND COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF APPLICATION.
Position Title:
APPRAISER I (Real Property)
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Until Filled
Salary:
$33,506 - $52,941
Department:
Tax Assessor #76
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Job Summary: Under general supervision, performs residential, commercial or industrial property reviews and inspections of new and/or existing property to ensure accurate estimates of fair market value, including valuation, taxability and uniformity of assessments. Confers with and provides information to the public, regarding Georgia codes specific to the appraisal and assessment process. Maintains complete and accurate records of all data collections and assignments, including building permits and new subdivision splits and plats, as well as annual reviews required by the Appraisal procedures Manual. Assists in the preparation of cases and defenses of values before the Board of Equalization and/or Superior Court. Performs directly related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited university or college with a Bachelor’s Degree; or graduation from a standard high school and four (4) years experience in public or private construction, real estate, or related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Possess effective oral and written communication skills; ability to utilize computer/hand held terminals desirable. Possess a Georgia Department of Revenue certification as an Appraiser I or the ability to obtain an Appraiser I designation within one (1) year of employment. Must be able to work well with the public. Possess ability to walk long distances while carrying 15 lbs. of equipment; possess ability to step high and move quickly away from dangerous animals and sites; ability to draw and write concise, detailed building drawings and dimensions; ability to lift and move 30 lbs; ability to perform data entry, research and other clerical duties. Valid driver’s license and good driving record a must. APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT COPY OF CERTIFICATION AND DRIVER’S LICENSE.
Special Requirement: Upon voluntary termination of employment of less than 36 months of service, employee must reimburse the Board of Assessors for training and testing expenses. Reimbursement levels depend on months of service and expenses incurred.
Position Title:
APPRAISER I (Personal Property)
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Until Filled
Salary:
$33,506 - $52,941
Department:
Tax Assessor #6
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Job Summary: Under general supervision, assists the Board of Assessor’s office in gathering property data to estimate values for ad valorem purposes; appraises personal property, audits personal and business property accounts, values fixtures, equipment and inventories; makes field inspections and records relevant data.
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited university or college with a Bachelor’s Degree; or graduation from a standard high school and four (4) years experience with financial records, in public or private industry, or related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting preferred. Possess a GA Department of Revenue certification as an Appraiser I or the ability to obtain an Appraiser I certification within one (1) year of employment. Possess ability to walk long distances while carrying 15 lbs. of equipment; possess ability to step high and move quickly away from dangerous animals; possess the ability to summarize and write detailed financial data; ability to lift and move 30 lbs; ability to perform data entry, research and other clerical duties. Possession of valid driver’s license.
Special Requirement: Upon voluntary termination of employment of less than 36 months of service, employee must reimburse the Board of Assessors for training and testing expenses. Reimbursement levels depend on months of service and expenses incurred.
Position Title:
ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR
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Until Filled
Salary:
$66,287 - $104,738
Department:
Finance
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Job Summary: Under direction of the Finance Director, manages staff and operations of the Finance Department including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, budgeting, accounting, risk management and investment functions. Coordinates and manages assigned projects including annual financial audit and budget activities; plans, supervises and reviews the work of assigned personnel; invests funds and monitors pension fund activities; prepares financial statements, financial disclosures, statistics and management reports; develops and documents internal control activities; provides accurate and timely information to the Finance Director and other County officials as required; responds to citizen’s questions and comments appropriately; performs other directly related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field, supplemented by four (4) years experience of progressively responsible professional governmental financial management experience including two (2) years in a responsible supervisory capacity of professional employees; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must possess knowledge of governmental accounting standards and budgeting practices within a local government environment. Prefer experience with investments and cash management. CPA, CPFO, MPA or MBA desired. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be proficient in use of computers and related software.
Job Summary: Under general supervision, performs law enforcement and public safety work in the custody and security of jail inmates. Position requires close physical contact with inmates and direct contact with the public. Position is one of possible high stress and verbal and/or physical confrontations. Position requires that the candidate should be able to respond to any location within the jail by running. Position requires that the candidate should be able to successfully rescue an unconscious/injured officer by moving them to a safe location. Position also requires lifting (at times heavy). Written reports and mathematical calculations are required. Communication skills are critical to performance of duties. Candidates must be able to follow written and verbal directions, and work different shifts as assigned. Candidates must be able to perform multiple tasks successfully under different degrees of circumstances. The Chatham County Sheriff's Department supervises inmates under the "Direct Supervision" concept. This requires candidates to work under conditions requiring direct contact and supervision of inmates for an entire shift. *Notice: A conditional written agreement is required for this position.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED (no online high school diplomas), supplemented by three (3) years work experience involving public contact; or equivalent combination of training and experience; ability to complete Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Certification for Jail and Peace Officer. Valid driver's license; must be at least 20 years of age. Physical ability to defend against inmate attack, ability to lift approx 20 lbs.; ability to push loaded carts; ability to climb stairs. Effective January 1, 2006, there is a physical agility test that is required by candidates for the position. The agility test requires candidates to run 900 feet and to successfully drag a 160 pound dummy approx. 40 feet.
Special Requirements: Must undergo physical psychological and psychometric tests, observed urinalysis drug screening and background investigation (charges involving drugs or moral turpitude may disqualify candidates), driver's history (a record of numerous traffic infractions or pattern of disregard for traffic laws may disqualify candidates), and credit check. Must be able to successfully complete First Aid and CPR certification as required. Applicants must submit copies of last seven (7) years driver's history for all states candidates possessed a license, birth certificate, high school diploma or GED certificate, social security card, all applicable documentation of relevant training and DD214 long form if applicable, current marriage license and all divorce decrees, and dispositions of any arrests with application to be eligible for testing. ANY INCOMPLETE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. APPLICANTS MUST BE A US CITIZEN OR NATURALIZED WITH DOCUMENTATION.
The Chatham County Sheriff's Department is a SMOKE-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT. Terms of conditional written agreement requires salary reimbursement for voluntary separation within two (2) years of completion of P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy.
Position Title:
DUTY MANAGER (Part Time)
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Until Filled **Extended Closing Date**
Salary:
$9.00 Hourly
Department:
Aquatic Center
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Job Summary: Under supervision of the Recreation Facility Manager, provides customer service, supervises and monitors lifeguard performance and group activities, manages emergency response, monitors/tests quality of pool water and maintains appropriate and accurate daily logs. Monitors weather conditions. Provides training to staff. Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by three (3) years lifeguarding or management experience. Must be certified in First Aid, StarGuard, life safety and CPR training. Must possess knowledge of pool maintenance, including water chemical levels and temperature levels. Must possess valid Georgia Driver’s License.
Position Title:
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
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Until Filled
Salary:
$69,605 - $109,977
Department:
Chatham Emergency Management Agency
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Job Summary: Under administrative direction, develops, directs and coordinates all emergency management activities in Chatham County. Plans, organizes and directs coordinated response to a natural and/or man-made disaster and communicates hazard analyses and vulnerability studies to governmental officials. Develops response plans, exercises and training programs; develops public education and awareness programs.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, supplemented by five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in the field of emergency management; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Satisfactory completion of Emergency Management Professional Development courses required. In addition to technical skills, position requires demonstrated ability to manage people, resources and programs. Successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills. Possession of valid driver’s license required.
Position Title:
ENTOMOLOGY TECHNICIAN
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Until Filled
Salary:
$27,573 - $43,554
Department:
Mosquito Control #25 **Updated Copy**
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Job Summary: Under direction of the Biologist/Entomologist Crew Leader, identifies, treats and documents mosquito breeding sites in Chatham County. Maintains records, prepares input for reports and evaluates treatment efforts. Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Some mosquito control experience or related work experience required. Ability to lift and carry approx. 50 lbs., walk long distances over rough terrain and climb fences. Must possess basic computer skills and be able to interact with the public. Must be able to read and use maps. Must be able to obtain GA Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator’s License in Public Health Pest Control within 6 months. Must be willing to fly in county owned aircraft. Must be willing and able to operate a motorized scooter. Possession of a valid Georgia Driver's License. MVR Performed. **APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT COPY OF DRIVER'S LICENSE**.
Position Title:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Until Filled
Salary:
Negotiable Depending on Qualifications
Department:
Chatham Area Transit ***REVISED COPY***
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Job Summary: Under the general direction of the Chatham Area Transit Board, plans, coordinates and directs the County’s Public Transit System. Has administrative responsibility for the overall management of the department to include Development, Transportation, Maintenance, Finance, Human Resources and Grants Management functions. Carries out administrative and supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. The department is comprised of approximately 193 employees.
Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree (M. A.) or equivalent; at least seven (7) years of related experience and/or training in Public Transit; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Possess ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Possess ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Possess ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Valid Georgia Driver's License required. Residency in Transit District. Some travel required.
Position Title:
LIFEGUARD (Part Time)
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Until Filled **Extended Closing Date**
Salary:
$7.50/Hourly (Minimum Starting Pay Rate)
Department:
Aquatic Center
Details:
Job Summary: Under general supervision, monitors the behavior and activity of patrons in the pool; provides a safe environment for swimming, enforces rules and guidelines of the Aquatic Center. Responds to emergency situations in a timely manner. Provides instruction to members. Participates in in-service training. Maintains daily logs. Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of sixteen (16) years of age. No previous lifeguard experience necessary. Lifeguards must take and pass the StarGuard Training Course. Must be willing to learn and adhere to all related guidelines, rules and regulations and required training. Possess ability to provide instruction/training to patrons. Must be able to maintain good customer and employee relations. Must possess valid Georgia Driver’s License.
Position Title:
MAINTENANCE SERVICE WORKER
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Until Filled
Salary:
$18,680 - $29,505
Department:
Public Works and Park Services (Several Positions)
Details:
Job Summary: Under close supervision, performs a variety of manual, unskilled duties of routine difficulty. Digs, grades and clears ditches, clears land, lays and breaks up asphalt, lays pipe, picks up dry trash, loads/unloads trucks, etc; must work nights in emergencies.
Minimum Qualifications: Completion of eighth grade; or equivalent. Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and perform sustained physical labor, including heavy lifting. EMPLOYEE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE AND WEAR APPROVED STEEL TOE PROTECTIVE FOOTWEAR DURING NORMAL WORKING HOURS. VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE. Ability to obtain GA Safety Council Flagger’s license within one year of employment. Commercial Driver’s License desired for promotion eligibility.
Position Title:
MAINTENANCE WORKER IV
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Until Filled
Salary:
$28,949 - $45,738 **Updated Salary**
Department:
Public Works and Park Services
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Job Summary: Under general direction, performs skilled and complex journeyman level maintenance and repair in a variety of trades, such as road construction, installation of storm drains and pipes, concrete and earth work. Builds cabinets, refinishes furniture; installs traffic signs; operates road striping machine.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma plus trade school and four (4) years of journeyman level work experience in one or more of the skilled crafts; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License at time of employment and the ability to obtain GA Safety Council Flagger's License within one year of employment. Experience in several skilled crafts desired; ability to lift approx. 100 lbs. EMPLOYEE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE AND WEAR APPROVED STEEL TOE PROTECTIVE FOOTWEAR DURING NORMAL WORKING HOURS.
Position Title:
SWIM LESSON INSTRUCTOR ( Part Time)
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Until Filled **Extended Closing Date**
Salary:
$8.00 Minimum Starting Salary
Department:
Aquatic Center
Details:
Job Summary: Under supervision of the Program Coordinator, prepares lesson plans and provides swimming instruction students according to curriculum for the various courses, levels and ages. Must arrive fifteen minutes prior to class and clean equipment up after class. Monitors and maintains records of student progress. Maintains equipments assuring proper working order. Participates in in-service training. Handles complaints in a timely manner. Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of sixteen (16) years of age. Instructors must take and pass the StarFish Swim Instructor Course. Position requires certification in First Aid and CPR training. Must be willing to learn and adhere to all related guidelines, rules and regulations and required training. Possess ability to provide instruction/training to patrons. Must be able to maintain good customer and employee relations. Must possess valid Georgia Driver’s License.
Position Title:
WATER AEROBICS INSTRUCTOR (CONTRACT)
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Until Filled
Salary:
$20.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Department:
Aquatic Center
Details:
Job Summary: Under direction of the Program Coordinator, provides instruction for water aerobics classes, provides a safe and effective program for each participant, assures instructor coverage for each class, and maintains facility areas and equipment utilized for instruction. Obtains and maintains proper certification. Provides excellent customer services and handles customer complaints in a prompt and courteous manner. Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by two (2) years experience as a water aerobics instructor. Must be able to read and develop a safe exercise program for each client. Must be certified in the following areas: first aid, CPR, Professional Water Aerobics, and certification in one of the following: AEA, IFTA, YMCA, Red Cross, SaraCity, USWFA or Arthritis Association. Possess ability to maintain good customer and co-worker relationships utilizing proper judgement. Must possess excellent customer service skills.