Employment Opportunities

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

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).

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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.

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:  Water Department

JOB SUMMARY: Installation and maintenance of all water Hydrants, Water Meters, Sewer Meters, Hydrants Valves, Line Valves, Vaults, Future Meters, Sewer Manhole Covers, and Some Intersections.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Create and maintain a spreadsheet reflecting collected data for all State and Federal reporting for the EPD and County usage.

• Department liaison for GPS questions and online mapping system

• Coordinates all updates and troubleshooting of software with county employee at Government Complex

• Update photos as needed in online mapping system

• Install new meters, hydrants, hydrant valves, and line valves

• Check and replace old meter registers 

• Assist Water Superintendent with boring and tapping new water and sewer lines

• Assist Water Superintendent with emergency leaks or water and sewer main breaks

• Check all wells daily to ensure chemical levels are correct

• Maintain each well house and ensure needed repairs are relayed to Water Superintendent

• Inspect chemical drip lines and repair as needed

• Adjust chemical levels as needed to ensure each well is in compliance with local, state and federal regulations

• Communicate with office about work orders

• Check meters for leaks on customer side when requested

• Assist Office Manager when needed

  • • Answer phone calls

    • Accept customer payments

    • Take notes for messages or other information that may be pertinent to Office Manager

• Build and maintain great customer relations in the office and during field work

• Preform monthly disconnects

• Process 811 Locates

• Conduct customer move in/move out disconnect/reconnect and beginning/final reads

• Trim all shrubbery around main office and assist Waste Water Operator with grass cuttings

• Work a minimum of one weekend per month

• On-Call availability for after hour emergencies

• Ensure waste water plant is functioning properly

• Able to operate Heavy Equipment or the ability to learn

• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent; Vocational/Technical degree with training emphasis in cartography, drafting, computerized mapping, or a related field; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training that includes geographical information system operations, cartography, computerized mapping; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job. 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 mapping Hydrants, Water and Sewer Meters.

• Knowledge with computers

• Skill in installing Hydrants, Water and Sewer Meters

• Ability to communicate verbally and written

• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. 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 may be required:

• 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.

• Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather including dust.

Online Application

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.

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:  Recreation Department

Positions reporting to this position: none

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to provide general field support to the full-time recreation department staff.  This position reports to the Facility and Grounds Manager of the recreation department and must be 19 years old to operate County vehicles.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• General maintenance, prep and upkeep of the grounds and facility structures.

• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies ensuring availability of adequate supplies to complete work activities.

• Assist in maintaining ball fields for activities and events.

• Schedule Monday-Friday and reoccurring weekends as assigned.  Must be willing to work nights, weekends and some holidays.

• 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

Education and Experience:

Must be at least 16 years old (19 to operate county vehicles) with a minimum of one-year experience in maintenance, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.  Experience is not necessary; however, it is strongly preferred. 

Special Qualifications:

Valid Georgia Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as required by department.  Certification in First Aid and CPR is recommended (or that ability to obtain within 6 months of employment).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to operate and maintain several tools and equipment needed to perform the job duties assigned.

• Skills utilized include but are not limited to mowing, weed eating, raking, landscape preparation, fence repair, inspections, edging, and blowing.

• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.

• Must follow safety procedures while using any and all equipment.

• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community; working effectively, compassionately and creatively.

• Ability to work well with volunteer-based associations/committees as well as the public and address their questions courteously and tactfully.

• Knowledge of buildings and facilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee is regularly required to use hands, arms, talk or hear.  Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.  Tasks require the ability to exert physical effort in light work and also involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of up to 50 pounds.  This position requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials to perform assigned tasks.  Tasks may involve extended periods of field work to ensure compliance with departmental programs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The successful candidate must be available to work a flexible schedule to include days, nights, weekends, and some holidays in support of county programs and events.  Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as heat/cold, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, hazardous materials, unsafe structures, heights, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, animal/wildlife attacks, or animal/human bite and must be available to work a flexible schedule to include days, nights and weekends.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY:

This position will supervise assigned personnel when designated; to maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Online Application

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.

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:       Recreation Department

Reports to:          Program Operations Manager

Position reporting to this position: Part-time Seasonal Staff

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to work with the Program Operations Manager to coordinate the planning and implementation of recreational programs, special events, attend meetings, assist in certain divisions within the department, and to supervise staff and activities at assigned locations.  This position reports to the Program Operations Manager of the recreation department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Oversee/assist with the development of program activities, classes, special events; to include reserving/securing facilities, hiring and supervising instructors, staff, and/or volunteers, providing information and direction as needed, and managing programs in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines.

• Assist with the planning and execution of the Summer Day Camp program.

• Prepare reports and other documents such as operating, activity, and statistical reports, and promotional material.

• Work with department supervisors to assist in the implementation of various adult programming (adult sports, fitness classes, etc.).

• Maintain inventory of program supplies ensuring availability of adequate supplies to complete work activities.

• Communicate with department staff, volunteer associations, the public, and other individuals and organizations as needed to coordinate work activities, exchange information, or resolve problems.

• Maintain current knowledge and awareness of new leisure programs, procedures, trends and advances in the profession; read professional literature; maintain professional affiliations; participate in continuing education activities; attend meetings, workshops and seminars as applicable.

• Confer with the Program Operations Manager to keep him/her informed of key issues and progress toward goals and objectives, and to garner or ensure continued support and approval for strategic initiatives.

• Operate a computer or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, to include the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, or other system software.

• Accept, receive, and/or collect payments for registrations, facility rentals, etc.

• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent.  Previous experience in recreation or similar experience preferred but not required. 

Special Qualifications:

Valid Georgia Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as required by department.  Certification in First Aid and CPR is recommended (or that ability to obtain within 6 months of employment). Drug screen and background check required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • • Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community; working effectively, compassionately and creatively with youth ages 5 through 18, and adults ages 18 and up.

    • Knowledge and application of county and department policies, procedures, and equipment.

    • Knowledge and application of computer operating systems and other hardware used to complete job duties.

    • Skill in maintaining accurate records and preparing reports.

    • Skill in oral and written communication.

    • Ability to work well with volunteer-based associations/committees as well as the public and address their questions courteously and tactfully.

    • Knowledge of buildings, facilities and the development of leisure programs to maximize usage and participation.

    • Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.

    • Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.

    • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee is regularly required to use hands, arms, talk or hear.  Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.  Tasks require the ability to exert physical effort in light work and also involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of up to 50 pounds.  This position may require the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials to perform assigned tasks.  Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and field work to ensure compliance with departmental programs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The successful candidate must be available to work a flexible schedule to include days, nights, weekends, and some holidays in support of county programs and events.  Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as heat/cold, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, hazardous materials, unsafe structures, heights, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, animal/wildlife attacks, or animal/human bites.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY:

This position will supervise assigned personnel for participants of all ages.  This person must have the ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments as well as the ability to supervise other employees/contractors in completing a wide range of tasks; to maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude.

 Online Application

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.

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:       Recreation Department

Reports to:          Program Operations Manager

JOB SUMMARY

This position is to facilitate games scheduled by recreation staff at assigned locations.  This position reports to the Program Operations Manager. Must be available to work nights and weekends.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.  Exhibit professional conduct when dealing with all park patrons.

• Field/Gym Supervisor:

  • • Be familiar with Madison County’s Code of Conduct and all park policies, and be willing to enforce them in needed.  Report all incidences to full time staff member as soon as possible

    • Check all facilities to insure they are I proper working order, and have adequate supplies.

    • Set out and return any needed equipment for the day’s activities.

    • Ensure that concession workers and scorekeepers are performing their job adequately.  Make sure all closing duties are completed before the concession workers leave.

    • Make sure all lights are off and exterior doors are securely closed at the end of the day.

    • Ability to make decisions regarding delays due to inclement weather.

      • • Concessions:

          • Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment; thoroughly clean all equipment at shift’s end.

          • Prepare, serve, and deliver food to operating window in a timely manner.  Keep ad adequate supply of hot food for the day’s activities.

          • Maintain accurate cash register receipts and corresponding amounts of money in register; receive orders and run a cash register.

        • Scorekeeper:

          • Be at game site at assigned time.  Secure team line-ups before each game.

          • Understand rules of the given sport (Basketball, Baseball and Softball), and record all information in scorebook.

          • Run a clock (when needed) for all games.

          • Ability to communicate with coaches and game officials.

• Work with volunteer-based associations/committees as well as the public and address their questions courteously and tactfully.  Performs other related duties as required or assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Qualifications:

Be at least 16 years of age.  A valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to and from job site.  Certification in First Aid and CPR is recommended (or that ability to obtain within 6 months of employment).  Drug screen and background check required.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility

For Field and Gym Supervisor:  Will supervise assigned personnel for participants of all ages. This person must have the ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments as well as the ability to supervise other employees/contractors in completing a wide range of tasks; to maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude.  Evenings and weekends are required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community; working effectively, compassionately and creatively with all ages.

• Knowledge and application of county and department policies, procedures, and equipment.

• Knowledge and application of computer operating systems and other hardware used to complete job duties.

• Skill in maintaining accurate records and preparing reports.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Ability to work well with volunteer-based associations/committees as well as the public and address their questions courteously and tactfully.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.

• Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The employee is regularly required to use hands, arms, talk or hear.  Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.  Tasks require the ability to exert physical effort in light work and also involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of up to 50 pounds.  This position may require the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials to perform assigned tasks.  Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and field work to ensure compliance with departmental programs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The successful candidate must be available to work a flexible schedule to include days, nights, weekends, and some holidays in support of county programs and events.  Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as heat/cold, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, hazardous materials, unsafe structures, heights, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, animal/wildlife attacks, or animal/human bites.

Online Application

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.