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Notice to Applicants
Human Resources accepts applications only for those positions currently being advertised. Applications must be received in the DeKalb County Human Resources offices no later than the closing date listed for the position. Positions advertised as Indefinite may close at any time without notification. It is advisable to file your application before the close of the week in which you see a position advertised Indefinite. You may obtain a copy of the application form by clicking Application. Application packages may be obtained in person at either of our two offices (Maloof Center in Decatur or at 755 Camp Drive), or you may request that one be sent to you in the mail by calling (404) 371-2332 or writing the Decatur office at 1300 Commerce Drive, Room 100, Decatur, GA 30030. Application materials are not sent nor received via fax. Be sure to identify the reference number, as well as the title of the job requested, to ensure proper processing of your application. Some positions require supplemental forms in addition to the application. Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of the official application or supplemental forms. Résumés may be attached as additional information but will not be used for evaluation purposes. All applications, including those for promotional and transfer positions, must be completed in their entirety. Failure to give complete and detailed information, including dates of employment and salary history, will result in your application being disqualified. Education is accepted only from institutions accredited by agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or CHEA (Council for Higher Education Accreditation).
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Reference Number: 7480
Annual Salary Range: $36,492 - $59,304
Date Posted: January 5, 2009
Closing Date: 01/09/09
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education (Copies of transcripts required at time of employment); Experience
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Criminal Justice or related field; two years experience in records administration and management, preferably in a large governmental agency, including one year of supervisory experience or eight years of directly related experience in the DeKalb County Court System or comparable court system including two years of supervisory experience. A combination of training and experience will be considered.
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals; assists in the hiring of court personnel, schedules and conducts training for new employees; assumes responsibility for the processing and maintenance of required records in a timely manner to ensure the efficient operation of the court and compliance with state law; records all proceedings of the Court, issues and signs subpoenas; receives and maintains all evidence brought to Court in accordance with the legal requirements; coordinates with prosecuting and defense attorneys in the scheduling of hearings on the juvenile docket; ensures confidentiality of juvenile records in accord with the Juvenile Code; and maintains all evidence to be presented before the Court; organizes, certifies, and transmits as necessary, all required records and documentation for court proceedings; files and dockets Motions, Orders, and various instruments received daily for action; oversees the sealing of case files on juvenile offenders as mandated by law; maintains case files in a specified system as set forth in departmental regulations; oversees the receipt of monies and records relating to court ordered fines and fees; assists in the formulation and implementation of new procedures and standards; performs other duties as directed by the Judge.
Reference Number: 3701
Annual Salary Range: $36,492 - $59,304
Date Posted: March 5, 2007
Date Revised: January 14, 2008; July 14, 2008
Closing Date: Indefinite
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education; Training; Certification (Copies of certifications required at time of application); Written Test; Driver's License; Physical Agility Test; Background Investigation/Fingerprints; Drug Screening (Incumbent of this classification are subject to random drug and alcohol testing)
Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. Must have Georgia or National Paramedic Certification at time of employment. Must obtain NPQ1 Firefighter Certification by completion of DeKalb County Fire and Rescue’s training academy. Incumbents possessing National Paramedic Certification must also obtain Georgia Paramedic Certification by completion of the training academy. Must possess and maintain a valid State driver’s license. The working test period for this classification is 12 months.
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Performs advanced emergency medical care and upon completion of the academy, performs basic fire-fighting duties; attends training sessions to learn proper methods, procedures, and techniques used in risk reduction, fire suppression, public education, and enhance knowledge of emergency medical care; responds to medical/trauma emergencies, motor vehicle accidents, industrial accidents, disasters, multi-casualty incidents, fire incidents, etc.; conducts thorough patient assessments, exams and triage; completes patient care documentation; ensures scene safety for the crew as well as the patient; interacts with public and other public safety workers; participates in fire drills, public education programs, and risk reduction inspections; conducts vehicle inspections and maintains vehicle.
Reference Number: 3950
Annual Salary Range: $41,004 - $66,636
Date Posted: December 22, 2008
Closing Date: 01/09/09
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education (Copies of transcripts required at time of employment); Experience; Driver's License
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Fire Science Technology, Engineering Technology or related field; three years of experience in fire protection engineering technology, fire prevention service, architectural technology, building design and construction, or a related field. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. A combination of training and experience will be considered.
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Reviews and revises routine and detailed building plans, site plans, and fire protection system plans for compliance with fire code and building code life safety criteria; refers complaints regarding code violations and unsafe structures to Fire & Rescue division personnel; receives and responds to requests for information and technical assistance from architects, engineers and developers on design criteria for various occupancies and industrial environments; attends meetings with architects and developers to discuss plan review procedure; provides information on code application, code interpretation and internal office procedures to Fire & Rescue division personnel; responds to citizen inquiries on fire code and life safety issues; may inspect buildings under construction to assure plans are being followed and that materials and construction methods are in compliance with fire codes.
Reference Number: 5300
Annual Salary Range: $34,428 - $55,944
Date Posted: September 12, 2005
Date Revised: January 3, 2006; February 27, 2006; March 13, 2006
Closing Date: Indefinite
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education; Experience; Occupational License; Driver's License; Certification (Copies of certifications required at time of application); MVR Review
Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED; four years experience in commercial HVAC trade and working knowledge of chillers and cooling towers. Requires a Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Handling Certificate (EPA-430-F-93-010 Stratospheric Ozone Protection) and a Conditioned Air Restricted License. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license. A combination of training and experience will be considered. (Current vacancy is located in Facilities Management.)
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Reads complex blueprints, equipment diagrams, and drawings to properly layout projects; performs preventative maintenance, lubricates and repairs complex HVAC systems, pumps, compressors, filters, belts, valves, humidifiers and other related HVAC equipment; installs heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment; conducts complex tests, locates problems, repairs malfunctions, recharges system with refrigerant and checks operation to insure correct repairs; sets up computerized equipment, tests and operates all systems; estimates time and materials and orders necessary materials and supplies; completes purchase orders, keeps records of time and materials; maintains proper level of materials and tools; repairs obsolete units; connects to or with associated refrigerant, piping, electrical, and duct work; sets-up computerized equipment; tests and operates all systems; may direct the work of others assigned to assist; advises building management of work in progress.
Reference Number: 0700
Annual Salary Range: $43,464 - $70,632
Date Posted: September 22, 2008
Closing Date: Indefinite
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education (Copies of transcripts required at time of employment); Experience; Driver's License
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or other related field. Five years of experience installing, maintaining, and monitoring servers in a Windows 2000/2003 Active Directory environment, IBM AIX or other related technology. Experience or certifications in Exchange 2000/2003, VERITAS Net backup, SAN Administration, Enterprise Storage, IBM AIX, MCSE, MCSA, or MCP Server Certification preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Serve as a lead IS System Administrator to include assigning and monitoring work and providing direction; maintains Windows 2000/2003 servers, IBM AIX, and Active Directory; provides support to Departmental Systems Administrators to resolve server issues and take corrective action as necessary; utilizes DeKalb County’s standard monitoring tools; maintains knowledge of new technologies and devices and provides recommendations to management; maintains server racks and provides day to day server support; completes projects, problem tickets and tasks in a timely manner; ensures patch managements on servers and performance tunings are maintained (Microsoft Security updates and patches) and perform AIX maintenance as required; documents and inventories all servers; adheres to Change Management Policy when changes are needed on servers and DeKalb County’s environment; reports daily and weekly tasks and or projects to management; exhibits good communication skills and work ethics with Dekalb County employees, vendors, and contractors; carries cell phone to be available to comply with departmental 24 hour on-call policy.
Reference Number: 4200
Annual Salary Range: $36,492 - $59,304
Date Posted: December 29, 2008
Closing Date: 01/30/09
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education (Copies of transcripts required at time of employment); Fingerprints
Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited graduate school. Must obtain a Librarian's Professional Graduate Certificate issued by the Georgia State Board for the Certification of Librarians within six months of appointment.
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Reviews, researches, and studies reference computer database and various other print and media formats internal and external for answers to patron’s questions; teaches patrons usage of computer catalog and aids in locating materials; assigns computer instructors and helps with Internet search; records changes and handles paperwork for technical processing; plans, develops, implements, and presents children’s programs and projects; catalogs books, audio/visual materials, videos, computer software, compact disks and audiocassettes; maintains and updates library catalog information and tracks materials transferred between branches; develops and maintains children’s or juvenile book collections and other print and non-print media; supervises staff, including developing, training, counseling, directing, scheduling, and evaluating; participates in the selection of new library books, materials, and supplies; assists patrons in finding information and by recommending information sources; collects library fees and fines, provides tax forms and voter registration services to the public; participates with other libraries for the continuing exchange of documents and materials; supervises branch in the absence of the branch manager, including opening and closing; presents and organizes programs for, and works with various community groups and organizations; interviews, hires and supervises library volunteers including community service workers; manages budget for assigned branch.
Reference Number: 4210
Annual Salary Range: $41,004 - $66,636
Date Posted: December 29, 2008
Closing Date: 01/30/09
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education (Copies of transcripts required at time of employment); Experience
Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited graduate school; two years of experience in professional library work. Must obtain a Librarian's Professional Graduate Certificate issued by the Georgia State Board for the Certification of Librarians within six months of appointment.
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Teaches patrons usage of computer catalog and aids in locating materials; supervises staff, including developing, training, counseling, directing, scheduling, and evaluating; assists patrons in finding information and recommends information sources; supervises mid-size library, or assists in the supervision of a large branch in the absence of the branch manager, including opening and closing; presents and organizes programs for, and works with, various community groups and organizations; establishes agreements with other libraries for the continuing exchange of documents and materials; works on committee assignments with various library and community groups and organizations; provides reference and readers advisory service utilizing computerized resources; approves and schedules meeting rooms for public use; communicates with patrons, resolving problems and explaining procedures; interprets policy and procedures for staff and the general public; develops, maintains, and recommends general book collections, children’s or juvenile book collections and other print and non-print media and materials; manages library facility, including maintenance and cleaning of buildings, equipment, furnishings and grounds; interviews, hires and supervises library volunteers, including community service workers; may perform some Librarian duties or fill in at other locations as needed; manages and determines distribution of budgeted dollars by category.
Reference Number: 0685
Annual Salary Range: $41,004 - $66,636
Date Posted: October 20, 2008
Closing Date: Indefinite
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education (Copies of transcripts required at time of employment); Experience
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering Technology, Electronic Information Systems, or a related field; three years of experience in installation, maintenance, and management of networking equipment, or three years experience with Microsoft NT Server, Microsoft 2000 Server, Novell Netware, UNIX, Linux, SCO, or other related technologies. Certification as a Novell network engineer or Microsoft certified solution engineer desired. A combination of training and experience will be considered. (Experience installing, configuring and maintaining VPN tunnels, Wireless, Firewalls (Checkpoint NGX R60 platform or higher), routers and switches. Ability to effectively troubleshoot OSPF, PM’s, TI’s, DSL, DS3 and frame relay circuit, routers, switches and TCP/IP preferred.)
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Designs, implements, and tests local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), Internet, and other data communications systems and segments; installs, configures, and provides hardware and software support for networking equipment; serves as a central liaison and contact regarding the technical aspects of data networks and troubleshoots, diagnoses, and resolves county computer network problems; coordinates network maintenance activities with county network users, external network managers, and other technical service personnel; monitors the network for traffic volume, rates of transmission, reliability and maintenance problems; performs network hardware/software troubleshooting, performance tuning, and security auditing; oversees design, security, installation, maintenance and optimization of the company's network facilities and telecommunications services including PRI's, TI's, DSL, DS3's, and frame relay circuits; understands the technical aspects and network impacts of various communications services including LAN, WAN, DNS, SMTP, DHCP, HTTP, DNS, FTP, SQL, and other current communications technologies and protocols; documents and diagrams equipment, data circuits, and overall network structure and layout; develops procedures for the migration of existing legacy networks to current technologies.
Reference Number: 5220
Annual Salary Range: $30,636 - $49,788
Date Posted: August 18, 2008
Closing Date: Indefinite
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education; Experience; Occupational License (Copy required at time of application); Driver's License; MVR Review; Drug Screening (Incumbents of this classification are subject to random drug and alcohol testing)
Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED; three years of experience in plumbing or related field as a licensed journeyman plumber. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license. A combination of training and experience will be considered.
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Reads complex blueprints, equipment diagrams and drawings to properly layout projects; determines type and size of pipes, fixtures, equipment, supplies and equipment needed to install, or repair water, sewer, gas, or steam projects; plans scope of work and makes periodic reports for completion; installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing systems, fittings, and accessories in County buildings; installs water, low pressure streams, sewer systems, pool equipment, irrigation systems, water heaters, plumbing fixtures, and specialized kitchen, laundry and laboratory equipment; installs and repairs sprinkler systems to suppress fires inside buildings; repairs router lines and water pipes; fixes faucets, irrigation systems, swimming pools, drinking fountains, showers and other water-related fixtures; unclogs drains, urinals, toilets, and sewer lines; bends, cuts, reams, and threads pipe; makes lead points, sweats fittings on copper pipe, and taps water and gas mains; greases and packs expansion joints on steam lines; runs gas lines, and repairs gas leaks; estimates time and materials, and orders necessary materials and supplies; fills out purchase orders, keeps records of time and material; maintains proper level of materials and tools.
Reference Number: 0575
Annual Salary Range: $41,004 - $66,636
Date Posted: June 2, 2008
Closing Date: Indefinite
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education (Copies of transcripts required at time of employment); Experience
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, Telecommunications or a related field, with a concentration in computer technology; three years of experience in computer programming, program application or analysis, systems design and analysis, application system support or a related field. A combination of training and experience will be considered. (.NET experience preferred.)
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Performs skilled work in system analysis, design, coding, debugging, conversion planning, and implementation, utilizing prescribed methods and tools; communicates with users regularly to stay abreast of their requests and problems and ensure their systems are operating properly and efficiently; analyzes and evaluates user requests for feasibility, priority, and time requirements; prepares specifications and service requests for automation and/or upgrading of small to medium sized complex business systems; writes modifications to existing applications from designs, instructions, or user defined specifications, integrates modifications into systems, and maintains programs; tests and debugs code modifications thoroughly and addresses production problems; performs programming functions in one or more of the following: Oracle Forms, Oracle Reports, SQL/ PL SQL, Visual Basic, .Net, Database Design Concepts (Oracle, SQL Server), Windows 2000/XP, and standard office equipment; uses development methodologies and automated coding tools; responds to service requests and provides technical support for both custom applications and packaged software products; troubleshoots to solve hardware, application and production problems; ensures that proper system/application backups are scheduled and maintained; completes and/or prepares required forms, reports, and other documentation.
Reference Number: 0577
Annual Salary Range: $43,464 - $70,632
Date Posted: June 2, 2008
Closing Date: Indefinite
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education (Copies of transcripts required at time of employment); Experience
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, Telecommunications or a related field, with a concentration in computer technology; five years of experience in computer programming, program application or analysis, systems design and analysis, application system support or a related field. (Experience in criminal justice software implementations and Oracle applications software development preferred.)
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Communicates with users regularly to stay abreast of their requests, information and data needs, and operational and technical problems; analyzes user requests for feasibility, priority, and time requirements; prepares specifications and server requests, and designs new medium to large computer systems and applications; identifies interactions with other applications and operating systems that may be affected by system modifications under review; assigns program modifications, tests modifications thoroughly, and addresses production problems; provides technical expertise to other analysts on the most complex analytic tasks; performs programming functions in one or more of the following: Oracle Forms, Oracle Reports, SQL/ PL SQL, Visual Basic, .Net, Database Design Concepts (Oracle, SQL Server), Windows 2000/XP, and standard office equipment; uses development methodologies and automated coding tools; writes modifications to existing applications from designs, instructions, or user program specifications, integrates modifications into systems, and maintains applications; responds to service requests and provides technical support for both custom applications and packaged software products; troubleshoots, analyzes, and determines location and cause of system and application problems, malfunctions and errors, and makes corrections, tests, and debugs systems; researches new software and computer equipment and trains new employees; serves as a technical leader for Programmer Analysts I and II.
Reference Number: 5730
Annual Salary Range: $48,828 - $79,356
Date Posted: September 29, 2008
Closing Date: Indefinite
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education (Copies of transcripts required at time of employment.); Experience; Occupational License (Copy required at time of application); Driver's License; MVR Review; Drug Screening (Incumbents of this classification are subject to random drug and alcohol testing)
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field; six years of experience in water or wastewater utility operations, or a related field, including four years of supervisory experience. Must possess a valid Georgia driver’s license. Must possess a Class I Public Water Supply System Operator or Wastewater Treatment System Operator license.
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals; directs overall operations of a DeKalb County water production or wastewater treatment plant; coordinates the activities of the system with the development of long-term expansion and reconstruction programs; develops and implements policies and procedures to comply with the requirements of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Georgia Protection division and other regulatory agencies; inspects operations and confers with and advises plant supervisors and plant operators on problems encountered in the operation; assists engineering consultants in the development of plans and specifications for expansion and in the development of long-range plans for water purification or wastewater treatment; manages and implements decisions, plans, and policies as directed by superiors; develops plant operation strategies; prepares Branch's annual budget; directs the preparation and submission of periodic and special operating and financial reports, as required.
Reference Number: 5665
Annual Salary Range: $34,428 - $55,944
Date Posted: May 27, 2008
Closing Date: Indefinite
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education; Experience; Occupational License (Copies required at time of application); Driver's License; MVR Review; Drug Screening (Incumbents of this classification are subject to random drug and alcohol testing)
Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED; four years of experience in water supply system or wastewater treatment system operations. Must possess and maintain a Class II Public Water Supply System Operator or Class II Waste Water Treatment Operator License as issued by the State of Georgia. Must possess a valid Georgia driver's license appropriate to the level of equipment or vehicle operated. A combination of training and experience will be considered. (Current vacancy is located in Watershed Management.)
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals; trains, evaluates, schedules and supervises work of several levels of operators and semi-skilled workers; supervises laboratory analyses by operators; supervises and participates in the operation of water pump stations, ground storage stations and elevated storage tanks for the County’s potable water distribution system; reviews operation control parameters and monitors computerized signals from lift stations; monitors influent and effluent flows; manages septic tank truck dumping and chemical deliveries; arranges for hauling solids to landfill; supervises the repair and alteration of treatment plant structures, roads, and pipes; conducts inspection of plant to determine the operative efficiency of equipment and processes; maintains records detailing work performed, sites, hours, and effectiveness of plant operations; conducts training sessions on process, equipment, chemicals, safety, and other aspects of plant operations; acts in place of plant supervisor in his/her absence.
Reference Number: 5570
Annual Salary Range: $32,472 - $52,776
Date Posted: December 8, 2008
Closing Date: Indefinite
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education; Experience; Occupational License (Copy required at time of application); Driver's License; Drug Screening (Incumbents of this classification are subject to random drug and alcohol testing)
Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED; three years of experience in the operation of water or wastewater treatment plant. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license appropriate to the level of equipment operated. Must possess a State of Georgia Class II Water Treatment System Operator or a Class II Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator license, and maintain such license for the duration of employment in this classification. A combination of training and experience will be considered.
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Participates in the operation and maintenance of a water, wastewater treatment plant, other facility and/or distribution system and may assist in the training of entry level operators; inspects plant for proper operation of plant equipment and processes; operates solids processing equipment; collects samples and performs field analysis and other laboratory tests; monitors computer and notifies supervisor of any problems; inspects wastewater and water plant equipment; performs routine maintenance and repairs on plant equipment; prepares work orders on equipment in need of repair; performs housekeeping around plant and building facilities; prepares, completes, processes and maintains necessary documents, correspondence, reports, logs and records; may be required to operate certain motor driven vehicles on-site and on public roads, which may require a Class B Commercial Driver’s License; assists with the procedure for septic tank truck dumping; may be required to supervise in the absence of Shift Foreman.
Last updated: 01/05/09