Career Opportunities

Brooks County Career Opportunities will be posted here as they become available.

BROOKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
QUITMAN, GA
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

The Brooks County Board of Commissioners is currently accepting applications for the position of:

Accounts Receivable/County Clerk Assistant, Administrative Building, Brooks County, Georgia

Starting salary range: $ 21.82 hourly (Commensurate of Experience/Qualifications)

FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Reports To: County Clerk

Position Purpose: The Accounts Receivable/County Clerk Assistant assists in the preparation and maintenance of all County records including contracts and ordinances. They are responsible for the preparation of minutes of all Board of Commissioners meetings in the Clerk’s absence, and other administrative duties assigned by the County Clerk, Board of Commissioners and the County Administrator. Primary role being to assist with Accounts Receivable and reconciliation of accounts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare and post meeting notices, public hearings, in addition to other legal notices as required by law.

Distribute the Board actions to the Constitutional Officers, Department Heads, Accounts Payable and anyone who requests it by appropriate means.

Assist the Clerk in receiving petitions, communications, telephone calls, and personal visits relative to Board activities then channels all requests for information to the County Administrator.

Assists the Clerk in preparing the informational notebooks for the Board meetings.

Maintains a filing system for all County records.

Participate in the reporting and maintenance of the ACCG retirement census and status reporting.

Open Record Requests.

Submit accident and incident and related reports to the insurance company.

Assist with property claims and lawsuits.

Set up bank accounts, get signature, and coordinate with banks as needed.

Assist the Clerk in managing accounts receivable using accounting software and other programs.

Assist the Clerk in ensuring that deposits are posted to the books in a timely and accurate manner, adhering to departmental procedures.

Processing transactions and performing accounting duties such as account maintenance, recording entries, and reconciling books of accounts.

Perform other related duties as directed by the County Administrator.

Knowledge, Skills, Responsibilities:

Knowledge of organizational functions of local government.

Ability to write specific correspondences and reports and secures cooperation with other government entities.

Knowledge and fundamentals of record keeping and accounting.

Records custodian of County records, contracts, leases, documents, etc.

Maintain an inventory of County assets for purposes of titling and insuring.

Make hotel reservations for Commissioners and employees; handles registration for training and conferences for Commissioners, Attorneys, Administrator, etc.

County Clerk Requirements and Certifications:

High School diploma/GED

Degree in Government Administration, Business or related field is preferred.

At least (3) years’ experience in Government, preferably with (2) years accounting experience.

Knowledgeable in all areas of Microsoft Office.

Valid driver’s license.

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Strong attention to detail.

Strong organizational skills.

BENEFITS:

After thirty (30) days, Employer provides full health, vision, and dental care.

After the probationary period of ninety (90) days is satisfied, Employer will provide paid vacation and sick leave.

Paid Holidays.

Brooks County, Ga. is an equal opportunity employer that offers a healthy work environment and benefits. Full scope of position and application for employment can be found at https://brookscountyga.gov/career-opportunities/apply Applications will be accepted by website submission, email, mail or through Indeed.com until the position is filled.

Brooks County Board of Commissioners

Attn: Kim Daniels, HR Coordinator

610 South Highland Rd. Quitman, GA 31643

kdaniels@brookscountyga.gov

Brooks County, Georgia

JOB DESCRIPTION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer

Department: Zoning

Salary Range: $45,000 - $50,000 Per Year

FLSA Status: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Performs general inspection work in securing compliance with the municipal building control program, zoning code, and related regulations. Work involves approving applications for building and the moving of existing structures; inspection of overgrown properties, abandoned vehicles, trash and debris; building and other structures for structural safety, zoning compliance and ordinance and code violations; and handling complaints from citizens. Work is performed under the direction of the Board of Commissioners and the County Administrator.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Inspects old and dangerous structures which may be subject to condemnation, especially for structural, safety and other hazards; condemns structures which jeopardize public health, safety, and welfare, checks complaints on junked cars and other refuse left on the County streets and properties.
Issues subpoenas and testifies in municipal court concerning violations of building codes, zoning ordinances, and other regulatory codes.
Interprets and explains building and zoning ordinances, codes, and regulation to builders, contractors, homeowners, and other interested parties.
Inspects buildings being wrecked to ensure that proper safety methods are being followed and to protect adjacent property and the public.
Prepares reports and keeps records regarding zoning/code enforcement.
Responds to complaints from the public.
Performs related work as required.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.

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Brooks County, Georgia

JOB DESCRIPTION

Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer

Department: Zoning

Salary Range: $45,000 - $50,000 Per Year

FLSA Status: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Inspects old and dangerous structures which may be subject to condemnation, especially for structural, safety and other hazards; condemns structures which jeopardize public health, safety, and welfare, checks complaints on junked cars and other refuse left on the County streets and properties.
Issues subpoenas and testifies in municipal court concerning violations of building codes, zoning ordinances, and other regulatory codes.
Interprets and explains building and zoning ordinances, codes, and regulation to builders, contractors, homeowners, and other interested parties.
Inspects buildings being wrecked to ensure that proper safety methods are being followed and to protect adjacent property and the public.
Prepares reports and keeps records regarding zoning/code enforcement.
Responds to complaints from the public.
Performs related work as required.
Performs other related job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and two (2) years of related work experience.

Special Qualifications:

Possession of a valid State of Georgia Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of County, State and Federal building codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Ability to detect poor workmanship, inferior materials, and hazards of fire and collapse.
Ability to enforce and interpret regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, architects, property owners, and the public. Knowledge of County, State and Federal building codes, ordinances, and regulations.
- PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is light work and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor environments which include construction sites which may be somewhat hazardous.