Current Employment Opportunities
Job Title & Description
Animal Control Officer (open until filled)
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.
DEPARTMENT: Animal Control
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for enforcing county ordinances; respond to animal complaints, picking up stray/injured animals and enforce applicable animal control ordinances.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Responds to incoming calls from citizens concerning various animal control issues, such as animal bites, potential animal abuse, stray/nuisance animals, injured animals, animal behavior problems and animal control laws; provides information and assistance; conducts investigations and performs follow ups as appropriate.
Enforces and explains regulations, laws and ordinances pertaining to the treatment and control of Animals.
Picks up sick, injured, stray, vicious or unwanted Animals.
Drives vehicle to transport animals to animal shelters or receiving areas.
Aids Animals in distress by feeding starving animals and freeing trapped animals.
Responds to and investigates complaints of cruelty and neglect; performs related duties to promote compliance with county ordinances and laws regulating animal treatment.
Removes animals from inhumane conditions and transports them to shelters for care and treatment.
Informs persons perpetrating inhumane acts of laws and penalties for violations.
Observes areas of alleged violations and interviews available witness to determine if laws are being violated.
Performs routine vehicle maintenance and cleaning, including washing and checking fluids, air pressure in tires, hoses and belts.
Keeps records and prepares reports.
Maintains kennels; performs various cleaning and maintenance task, feed animals.
Handles animals, restraining as appropriate; checks animals for signs of rabies and quarantines exposed animals.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent; One (1) year of experience in _ or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Qualifications:
Valid Georgia Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as required by department.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of Madison County Animal Control codes and ordinances.
Knowledge of the techniques used in the safe handling of animals.
Knowledge of nuisance abatement ordinances.
Knowledge of the geography and roadways of Madison County.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of safety equipment.
Skill in planning, organization and decision making.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires standing or sitting for sustained periods of time; walking or moving from one work site to another; manual dexterity to pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers; mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes; hearing to receive detailed information and to make the discrimination in sound; and the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Handling: Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed primarily in outdoors where exposure to dust, dirt, fumes and noises is typically encountered during collection duties in all weather conditions. Possibility of nights, evenings and weekend work when necessary.
Madison County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants for positions and employees of the county shall be assured of fair and equitable treatment in all aspects of personnel administration, including training, promotion, and disciplinary action, without regard to political affiliation, race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or religious creed, or genetics and with proper regard for their privacy and constitutional rights as citizens.
EMT / Paramedic (open until filled)
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.
DEPARTMENT: Emergency Medical Services, Madison County
JOB SUMMARY: This position provides advanced emergency care to victims of sudden illness or injury and transport to appropriate facilities.
MAJOR DUTIES:
Performs advanced emergency medical care following the scope of practice identified by the service medical director or the receiving physician at the hospital.
Performs rapid and thorough medical examinations utilizing advanced techniques and equipment to aid in the identification of the acutely ill or injured person.
Formulates field impressions or diagnoses of a variety of medical conditions so that a treatment regimen can be performed.
Completes medical and legal documentation to be reviewed by local and state authorities.
Identifies unsafe conditions to determine nature of incident; contacts additional resources as necessary.
Locates, identifies, and triages potential patients.
Maintains ethical and professional behavior in all interactions with patients, bystanders, citizens, hospital personnel, co-workers, and agents of other county departments.
Serves as team leader for all persons at accident and illness scenes; coordinates and facilitates efficient and appropriate emergency procedures.
Communicates with hospital staff to ensure continuity of care.
Maintains inventory of medical supplies on truck; maintains security of controlled substances.
Completes various forms and forms, including hazardous materials reports, response reports, supply and drug inventory reports, and incident reports.
Operates emergency vehicles; operates radio equipment; utilizes map books and GPS navigational devices to locate the scene of accidents; inspects equipment and supplies.
Maintains and cleans equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
Reports deficiencies to obtain necessary replacement or repair of supplies and equipment.
Attends regularly schedules training sessions; follows state and natural guidelines regarding licensure and registration of required credentials.
Provides public education programs; participates in public relations events such as tours, presentations, and coverage of special events.
Maintains an appropriate relationships with co-workers and volunteers to facilitate an efficient team approach to the provision of advanced medical care.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:
Knowledge of basic and advanced patient care equipment and supplies.
Knowledge of emergency vehicle operation and safety.
Knowledge of county streets, roads, landmarks, and addresses.
Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing the use and storage of pharmaceuticals.
Skill in compiling, organizing, preparing, and maintaining detailed records, reports, and information.
Skill in the operation of emergency medical equipment and vehicles.
Skill in the provision of emergency medical services.
Skill in planning, organizing, and prioritizing work activities.
Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
Skill in the use of modern office equipment.
Skill in interpersonal and public relations.
Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Emergency Medical Services Director or Assistant Director assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES: Guidelines include the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Georgia Department of Human Resources rules and regulations, the Georgia Health Code, US Department of Human Resources guidelines, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 1999 National Standard Curriculum, county policies and procedures, county emergency service policy manual, and standing medical orders. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related emergency medical services duties. The need to provide medical services in critical life or death situations contributes to the complexity of the position.
SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to provide emergency care to victims of sudden illness or injury and transport to appropriate facilities. Successful performance ensures the provision of emergency medical services to county citizens and visitors.
PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, other county personnel, hospital personnel, medical doctors, nurses, educators, vendors, and the general public.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must be able to distinguish between shades of color.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is performed in an EMS station and in the field. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, contagious or infectious diseases and irritating chemicals. Work may be performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks and gloves.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: This position has functional supervision over EMT – Intermediate (25).
Madison County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants for positions and employees of the county shall be assured of fair and equitable treatment in all aspects of personnel administration, including training, promotion, and disciplinary action, without regard to political affiliation, race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or religious creed, or genetics and with proper regard for their privacy and constitutional rights as citizens.
Equipment Operator (open until filled)
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 tough they were actually written out in this job description.
DEPARTMENT: Road Department, Madison County
JOB SUMMARY: This position operates equipment in the repair and maintenance of county roadways.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Drives vehicle to job sites for mowing crew; transports equipment to work sites.
Operates a tractor, traffic roller, weed eater, saw, chipper and clean roadways.
Operates two-way radios
Flags traffic to direct the safe movement of vehicles near road construction crews.
Assists Heavy Equipment Operator with road maintenance projects.
Hauls construction supplies and materials to and from work sites.
Services assigned truck; checks oil, lights, belts, hoses, fluid levels, and air pressure.
Cleans and washes assigned vehicles.
Assists in the maintenance of county road signs.
Mows rights-of-way with tractor.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; experience with small or heavy equipment operation preferred or an equivalent combination o education and experience.
Special Qualifications: Valid Georgia Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as required by department.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the operation of assigned equipment and vehicles.
Knowledge o the maintenance of assigned equipment.
Skill in the operation of assigned equipment.
Skill in the operation o a two-way radio.
Skill in the direction of traffic around work sites.
Skill in oral and written communication.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires standing or sitting for sustained periods of time; walking or moving from one work site to another; manual dexterity to pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers; mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes; hearing to receive detailed information and to make the discrimination in sound; and the ability to express ideas by means o the spoken work and have close visual acuity. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pols and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed primarily in outdoors where exposure to dust, dirt, fumes and noises is typically encountered during collection duties in all weather conditions.
Madison County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants for positions and employees of the county shall be assured of fair and equitable treatment in all aspects of personnel administration, including training, promotion, and disciplinary action, without regard to political affiliation, race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or religious creed, or genetics and with proper regard for their privacy and constitutional rights as citizens.
Park Maintenance Worker (open until filled)
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 tough they were actually written out in this job description.
DEPARTMENT: Recreation Department
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the maintenance of county parks and recreational facilities and must be 19 years old to operate County vehicles.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Repairs and maintains vehicles and equipment; maintains oil, belts, blades, filters, fluid, tires, and brakes; levels mower decks.
Maintains playing fields; lines fields; drags fields and tracks; maintains pitching mounds, and batters boxers; top dresses fields; fertilizes and aerates fields; mows grass; edges ball fields; applies herbicides and pesticides; lays sod; install top rail guards on fences.
Maintains county parks; mows grass; maintains, repairs, and supplies restrooms; picks up litter; assembles and install soccer and basketball goals; transports equipment; maintains integrity of playgrounds; cleans concession stands; repairs fences; maintains landscaping; repairs scoreboards; collects water samples for testing.
Operates a variety of equipment used in athletic field management, including mowers, weed eaters, edgers, blowers and infield machines.
Cleans restrooms and offices; sweeps, mops, and removes trash. May include supervision of games/practices.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent; Two (2) of experience in _ or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Qualifications:
Valid Georgia Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as required by department.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of parks maintenance techniques, equipment, and procedures.
Knowledge of infield machines, chalkers, and painters.
Knowledge of athletic filed regulations.
Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
Skill in the maintenance of athletic fields, playgrounds, and landscaping.
Skill in the operation of mowers, edgers, and weed eaters.
Skill in oral and written communication.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires standing or sitting for sustained periods of time; walking or moving from one work site to another; manual dexterity to pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers; mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes; hearing to receive detailed information and to make the discrimination in sound; and the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Handling: Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed primarily in outdoors where exposure to dust, dirt, fumes and noises is typically encountered during collection duties in all weather conditions. Must be available to work a flexible schedule to include days, nights and weekends.
Madison County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants for positions and employees of the county shall be assured of fair and equitable treatment in all aspects of personnel administration, including training, promotion, and disciplinary action, without regard to political affiliation, race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or religious creed, or genetics and with proper regard for their privacy and constitutional rights as citizens.