Job Summary
Employees in this class perform skilled work operating various types of equipment in the repair and maintenance of county roads, streets and drainage systems, parks, facilities, and other areas for an assigned department. This is the highest level classification in this series. Employees in this class operate large vehicles and complex heavy equipment. This class is further differentiated from the Equipment Operator II classification by the addition of supervisor duties in the supervisor’s absence. Employees are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of equipment and for making necessary safety and maintenance checks.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Operates assigned equipment in the maintenance and repair of one or more of the following: County roads, streets, drainage systems, the Recycling Center, parks, facilities, etc., including gasoline and diesel-powered automotive and heavy equipment, light to medium-duty trucks, tractors, motor graders, excavators, grade-alls, packers, rollers and various machines, tools, and powered equipment.
May mow county right-of-way of high grass.
Hauls materials to and from the site; secures site; grades and final grades.
Repairs streets by assisting with paving and patching.
Pours and finishes concrete driveways, sidewalks, spillways, and catch basin lids.
Cleans gutters, sidewalks, catch basins, drop inlets, and facilities.
Performs daily inspections on vehicles and equipment used on the job; documents and records missing equipment and/or needed repairs.
Sets up work zone Controls, flags, and directs traffic at repair sites.
Checks and maintains equipment, trucks, trailers, and power tools.
Collects and disposes of debris, trash, etc., on the job site.
Redefines ditch lines and re-claims roads.
Supervises crew in the absence of the supervisor.
Additional Duties:
Employees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of basic guidelines for trenching and traffic control and safety measures for the crew, public, and equipment.
Knowledge of State of Georgia motor vehicle laws.
Knowledge of the geographical layout of the County.
Knowledge of county and department policies and procedures.
Skill in proper operation and basic repair of machinery and trucks used in the assigned section.
Skill in the proper use of materials, manual and power tools, methods, and techniques used in construction, maintenance, and repair activities.
Ability to recognize hazardous materials and situations and respond according to training and county policies and procedures.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Must have oral and written communication skills, including the ability to make fine distinctions in sound.
Ability to obtain certification in flagging.
Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, the general public, and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, crouch, balance, kneel, or stoop for extended periods of time.
Ability to use equipment that requires a high level of dexterity.
Ability to lift more than 60 pounds, unassisted.
Ability to see, including color, depth, and texture perception.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an outdoor environment where the employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals, and possible sustained periods in hot, cold, or inclement weather. The work may require the use of protective devices such as gloves and safety jackets.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent. Three (3) years of experience in heavy equipment operations. OR have a combination of education, training, and work experience that is equivalent to #1 and #2 above that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Georgia Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Must have flagging certification.Preference
Vocational training in equipment operations. Read LessThis is entry-level work distributing all County water and sewer bills and ensuring that bills accurately reflect appropriate charges for service, and are sent out timely in accordance with ordinances, policies and procedures, Through on-the-job training, employees perform progressively responsible work billing water accounts, updating customer accounts by completing meter change outs, and completing daily service orders. Work involves researching and providing information to customers and fellow employees and generating reports to ensure data integrity and accuracy. Work is reviewed by the Billing Supervisor for compliance with policies and procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.
Essential FunctionsEssential Functions: These are Intended only as Illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Generates monthly water bills for various County districts; generates fire hydrant bills and final customer bills.
Processes returned checks and charges back to accounts with added fees; notifies customers of appropriate action; enters disconnection notices into the computer.
Reviews diagnostic reports and prepares service orders for re-reads. Maintains a variety of department financial and account files.
Processes customer refunds and distributes reports to the Finance Department.
Assists department customer service personnel with phone calls as needed and on questions they may have relating to the utility billing system.
Processes daily service orders turned in by meter reading staff. Updates system when re-reads are received before billing.
Essential Functions (Continued)
Generates a variety of reports to ensure system data integrity and accuracy.
Communicates with representatives of the water billing computer system when daily problems arise or to determine more effective ways of updating the system.
Generates bill adjustments due to leaks and swimming pools and enters adjustments into the computer system; enters billing corrections and penalties, and adjustments received from customer service representatives Into the computer system.
Generates adjustment denial letters and mails to customers.
Sets meter taps on water billing computer system which includes entering route account numbers and meter numbers.
Processes system distribution work orders including entering notes and meter change out data into the computer system.
Contact utility maintenance personnel and customers via telephone when obtaining information to complete daily assignments.
May assist with the training of new employees; troubleshoot errors including creating reports from the computer system to locate problems.
Assists the Customer Service Manager with day-to-day activities including communicating with irate customers, maintaining the water and sewer billing computer system database, and assisting on special projects.
Assists customer service by processing customer payments when needed.
Assists with generating reading diagnostics reports for billing and creating re-reads when needed. Processes customer bank draft payments.
Additional DutiesEmployees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of office theories, practices, and principles. Knowledge of basic accounting theories and principles. Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
Skill in the operation of modern office equipment.
Skill in monitoring and tracking the flow of data and Information. Skill in addressing and resolving customer problems.
Skill in oral and written communication. Ability to detect and correct erroneous data.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to relay information clearly and concisely with particular skill In telephone communications. Ability to deal with the general public In an effective, tactful, and courteous manner.
Ability to handle multiple Interruptions and adjustments to priorities throughout day.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse and sometimes irate, hostile, and threatening customers. Ability to lift objects weighing In excess of 30 pounds.
Ability to see, talk, and hear.
Working Conditions
Work Is typically performed In an office environment. The employee uses office equipment requiring some dexterity.
Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.One (1) year of billing experience.OR have a combination of education, training and work experience that is equivalent to #1 and #2 above that provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.Valid Georgia Driver's License.Employees in this class perform manual work requiring the application of techniques and knowledge above the basic laboring level in the upkeep of County roadways, right-of-ways, parks, facilities, and/or other areas for an assigned County department. Employees perform a substantial volume of advanced laboring tasks requiring skills or specialized knowledge acquired through training or work experience. This class is differentiated from the Maintenance Worker II class by one or more of the following: assisting supervisor in keeping equipment maintenance logs and inventory books; training lower-level employees; inspecting areas to determine any repair/maintenance issues; serving as a supervisor in the absence of the assigned supervisor; and/or assisting supervisor with a variety of administrative tasks. Assignments may include the operation of less automotive equipment and the use of specialized machines and hand power tools. Many assignments are repetitive in nature and are performed under general supervision. specialized machines and hand or power tools. Many assignments are repetitive in nature and are performed under general supervision.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Depending on the assigned department. an employee in this class may perform any of the following tasks:
Maintains grounds at County facilities; maintains ball fields by mowing, clearing weeds, and hedging; applies fertilizers and chemical treatments as needed; prunes and replaces trees, shrubbery, and plants; use backpack blower to remove debris from parking lots and surrounding areas. Maintains County right-of-way areas by removing/trimming trees, mowing, clearing weeds, and hedging.
Patches potholes and performs related tasks in repairing and maintaining roads.
Maintains County drainage facilities and cleans ditches and other drainage structures; uses manual and medium-to-large power tools for stormwater maintenance and construction.
Sets up a safety zone when working on roads/streets or in right-of-way by properly placing signs and directing traffic.
Performs minor plumbing work at restrooms; cleans restrooms and stocks supplies at park facilities and gyms; picks up trash.
Performs small engine and equipment maintenance; changes oil and blades on mowers; sharpens blades.
Uses a variety of hand and power tools to perform job tasks; maintains and repairs tools. Completes work order reports, Inventory and equipment repair/maintenance records.
May train lower level employees on proper work methods and procedures and technical aspects of job.
May function as acting supervisor in the absence of the assigned supervisor.
Assembles and Installs recreational and playground equipment Including fences and gates.
Performs a variety of heavy labor work such as load Ing and unloading asphalt, shoveling gravel and dirt, lifting and moving lumber, mixing and placing cement, and disposing of trash and debris.
Performs minor electrical work such as installing light switches, hanging fixtures and replacing lamps.
Paints equipment, fences and buildings.
Operates light-duty trucks.
Performs traffic control at construction sites.
Performs Inventory of equipment and supplies.
Prepares softball, football and soccer fields for games by llnlng.off field: drags and chalks softball fields.
Covers landscaped areas by applying the proper amount of mulch or pine straw.
Additional Duties:
Employees In this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the policies, procedures, activities and organizational structure of the assigned department.
Knowledge of manual maintenance work methods, procedures, tools, equipment and tasks.
Some knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects over s ort distances and lighter objects over longer distances.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, under a wide variety of weather conditions (i.e., heat, humidity, cold, dampness).
Ability to complete basic work reports, repair/maintenance logs, etc.
Ability to learn job-related information, primarily through on-the-job training via oral instructions and observation.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees and the general public.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an outdoor environment with exposure to noise, dust, dirt, grease, water, machinery with moving parts, and possible sustained periods of hot, cold, or inclement weather. The work may require the use of protective devices such as gloves and safety jackets.
Minimum Qualifications
1) Ability to read and write English.
2) Two (2) years of labor experience that provided familiarity with the area of assignment.
3) Valid State of Georgia driver's license. Some positions require an appropriate level State of Georgia Commercial Driver's license (CDL).
4) Certain positions require a flagging certification within six (6) months of employment.
Preference
1) Some supervisory or lead worker experience.
Read LessJob Summary
This position is responsible for the coordination and performance of general to advanced maintenance and upkeep of buildings, grounds maintenance, and repair tasks for the Rockdale County Sheriff's Office.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions: These are intended only as Illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Develops and implements a monthly work schedule to include preventive and routine maintenance and special work orders and walk-through Inspections.
Performs skilled level work such as carpentry, plumbing, painting and electrical.
Makes assessments pertaining to work requiring outside vendors, negotiating costs, scheduling work and approving the invoices for signature upon completion of work.
Maintains Inventory and equipment assigned to the maintenance department.
Maintains adequate and appropriate supply of parts, light bulbs, housekeeping supplies, and other inventory needed for maintenance of office space, building, and grounds maintenance.
Maintains a list of approved vendors qualified to conduct electrical, plumbing, roofing, carpentry, and other repair work.
Responds to after-hours calls and coordinates actions required with all necessary staff.
Paints and repairs buildings, fences, and miscellaneous RCSO property as directed.
Repairs doors, windows, lights, switches, office furniture, and plumbing fixtures.
Installs equipment and materials as needed for building facilities.
Includes daily indoor and outdoor work.
Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, internet, e-mail, or other
software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
Additional Duties: Employees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of construction methods, including electrical and plumbing practices.
Knowledge of materials required for construction and maintenance Jobs.
Knowledge of standard safety rules in work with plumbing and electrical systems.
Knowledge of specialized Detention Center systems.
Skill in the operation of hand tools, including those used in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work.
Knowledge of small engine equipment operation and maintenance.
Ability to operate a variety of maintenance and construction tools, vehicles, and equipment to include
heavy tools and equipment; to climb into and operate large equipment, trucks.
Ability to manage multiple projects with varying deadlines.
Ability to organize and maintain routine administrative records.
Knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
Attention to detail to ensure all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner and any potential hazards or warning signs of problems are not overlooked.
Physical stamina and dexterity.
Work Conditions
Includes both indoor and outdoor work, and will be required to operate tools, work with some chemicals, and move or lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
Other Position Specifications
Supervisory Controls: The bureau commander or his/her designee assigns work in terms of agency goals and objectives. The work is reviewed through reports and observation of activities.
Guidelines: Guidelines include applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures related to public safety communications and law enforcement standards. These guidelines require sound judgment and interpretation in application.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with co-workers, business leaders, educators, attorneys, representatives of the judicial system, federal, state, and local law enforcement officers, inmates, and the general public.
Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to give and exchange information, resolve problems, influence/motivate persons, justify/settle matters, coordinate work efforts, and provide services.
Physical Demands: Work may be sedentary in the office environment and/or fieldwork may subject the incumbent to extended periods of physical and mental exertion under highly stressful conditions. The individual must have correctable hearing, visual and speaking abilities to perform
assigned duties. The person must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods; lift and carry (average 50 pounds); and work efficiently for long periods of time.
Work Environment: Work is performed in a variety of field, office, and in-vehicle settings, including a secured jail facility; willing to work any hour of the day or night (shift work), overtime, weekends, on call and holidays. Employee must be willing to work at any location in the County and travel on specific assignments, and comply with the agency's grooming standards.
Minimum Qualifications
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Three (3) years progressively responsible experience in building and facilities maintenance and repair, skilled trades work, or related field.
3. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license. Must be able to obtain and maintain any required certification.
Position Content: This position classification is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
Read LessJob Summary
Employees in this class are responsible for providing daily information systems support operations and coordinating repair services with outside vendors. Work includes researching and identifying costly areas of county technology equipment and processes to reduce operating and maintenance expenses.
Employees in this class also perform hands-on computer installation, repair, and desktop support work. Work is performed under pressure involving deadlines and workflow disturbances. The Director,
Management Information Services assigns work in terms of general instructions, and reviews completed work for the nature and propriety of the final results.
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Manages daily hardware, software, and desktop support. Installs, configures, and modifies personal computer (PC) hardware, software, and peripherals. Coordinates and conducts various projects involving software development, modification, or implementation; reviews work orders and identifies priorities; establishes projected timeframes for
completion of projects and performs projects accordingly; schedules regular maintenance work; assists in planning/scheduling major projects. Designs, develops, and implements computer systems; administers servers. Provides technical support for installation, maintenance, and repair of county computer systems, network systems, peripherals, and software; installs/replaces various system components; upgrades existing hardware/software; tests systems and software to ensure proper operations; troubleshoots and repairs problems involving personal computers and network systems; identifies data errors, line failures, and equipment malfunctions; initiates appropriate action to correct errors, recover data, and obtain maintenance; contacts outside service providers for repair support as needed. Monitors working conditions of equipment and performs general/preventive maintenance tasks; monitors available disk space to support computer applications; performs data backups of critical systems onto tape, diskette, or other media; performs daily backups, verifies backups, and stores in a secured location; performs computer maintenance tasks such as clearing paper jams; performs cleaning and preventive maintenance of equipment as needed. Communicates with hardware/software service representatives and technical support representatives;
provides, information concerning operational and/or mechanical problems as appropriate. Provides training, information, and support to system users and software staff regarding software
applications, computer operations, procedures, problems, and related issues; coordinates technical training by outside vendors; troubleshoots and/or resolves problems.
Conducts various research as needed; researches new software programs, computer systems, or other technologies.
Maintains an awareness of new applications, technologies, technical methods, trends, and advances in the profession; reviews professional publications, technical manuals, and websites to increase
knowledge of computer operations; attends user group meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate. Conducts site visits to county offices or other locations to provide computer support; operates a motor vehicle to conduct site visits or perform other work activities. Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
Additional Duties
Employees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and design of PC systems and local area networks (LANs). Knowledge of current computer industry, Internet, and e-commerce technologies, trends, and
capabilities. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications.
Skill in providing quality customer service.
Skill in working as a team member.
Skill in oral and written communications.
Skill in troubleshooting computer problems and using technology repair tools.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to communicate technical terms and concepts.
Ability to understand and carry out complex and verbal written directions.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, crouch, stoop, and kneel, to occasionally lift light and heavy objects, and to use tools requiring a high degree of dexterity in order to perform various job tasks.
Working Conditions
The work is typically performed in an office.
Minimum Qualifications
1) Associate's degree in computer technology or a closely related field.
2) Three (3) years of experience and/or training that includes computer programming, software
configuration, data analysis, database design/administration, networking systems, computer
operations/maintenance, and project coordination.
3) OR have a combination of education, training, and work experience that is equivalent to #1 and
#2 above that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
4) Valid State of Georgia driver's license.
Preference
Bachelor's degree in computer technology or a closely related field.
Job Summary: This position is responsible for providing highly responsible administrative work for the Sheriff’s Office
and assists the employee’s assigned bureau with civil, administrative and clerical tasks. The position is responsible for
compiling and providing information to agency staff, preparing and maintaining records and reports, providing customer
service and maintaining files related to his/her job assignment. The position works under general supervision
independently developing work methods and systems.
Major Duties:
• Completes special projects by organizing and coordinating information and requirements; planning, arranging and
meeting schedules; monitoring results.
• Composes and prepares various documents as required for the job assignment.
• Maintains files and information needed to prepare correspondence/reports that require research of records,
compose letters; proofreads and edits documents prepared in the Sheriff's Office.
• Provides historical reference by developing and utilizing filing and retrieval systems.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; benchmarking professional
standards; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Resolves administrative problems by coordinating preparation of reports, analyzing data and identifying solutions.
• Provides information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies;
placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning administrative projects; expediting work results.
• Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge Required by the Position:
• Thorough knowledge of Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures as well as applicable legal practices, policies and
procedures necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities.
• Knowledge of efficient time management and organizational practices to include scheduling, prioritizing and
delegating responsibility as needed.
• Knowledge of Georgia open records, record maintenance and retention laws.
• Ability to handle multiple interruptions and adjustments to priorities throughout day.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, law enforcement officers and
the general public.
• Ability to deal with the general public in person or by phone, as well as employees of the various county offices
in all types of contacts arising during daily work activities.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Other Position Specifics
Supervisory Controls: The bureau commander or his/her designee of the bureau the employee is designated assigns work
in terms of agency goals and objectives. Work is reviewed through observation, reports and conversations about
activities.
Guidelines: Guidelines include applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and standard operating procedures related
to public safety communications and law enforcement standards. These guidelines require sound judgment and
interpretation in application.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with the public, co-workers, law enforcement officers, county employees and
employees from other governments and agencies.
Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to give and exchange information, resolve problems and provide services.
Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office Job Description
Physical Demands: Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 10 pounds of
force on a regular basis and considerable dexterity in operating office equipment.
Work Environment: The work is typically performed in an office.
Supervisory and Management Responsibility: None.
Minimum Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in a related field preferred.
• Three years of related experience.
• May be required to demonstrate data entry skills through the completion of a skills test during the preemployment
process.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Position Content: This position classification is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the
responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position
activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
Job Summary
The Intern position provides students and emerging professionals with an opportunity to gain practical experience in local government operations while applying academic knowledge in a professional work environment. Interns assist department staff with projects, administrative functions, research, customer service, and operational activities while developing skills related to their field of study and career interests.
Under the guidance of a supervisor or designated mentor, interns participate in meaningful assignments that support departmental goals and contribute to the delivery of services to Rockdale County residents and stakeholders.
Essential Functions
The following duties are representative of the position and may vary based on departmental assignment:
Assists with administrative, operational, technical, and project-related activities.Conducts research, gathers data, and prepares reports, presentations, and correspondence.Assists with organizing and maintaining records, files, and databases.Provides customer service and responds to inquiries from employees, residents, vendors, or other stakeholders.Supports special projects, events, meetings, and departmental initiatives.Assists with data entry, document preparation, and information management.Participates in departmental meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.Observes and learns governmental policies, procedures, and operations.Collaborates with employees and other interns to complete assigned projects and tasks.Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information and complies with all County policies and procedures.Performs other related duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a professional environment with exposure to normal office conditions. Depending on the department, interns may occasionally work outdoors, attend community events, visit County facilities, or participate in field activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Job Summary
This role is a professional, administrative, and management position responsible for overseeing all zoning aspects of the department. This position is responsible for the effective administration of the provisions of county zoning regulations and advises county staff and external customers on matters relating to zoning compliance and land use. Work requires a high level of interpersonal communication and group facilitation skills as well as a keen understanding of interagency relationships. Work is assigned by the Director and Deputy Directors of the department in terms of general instructions.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Supervises and evaluates the work of the planners and plan reviewers, as well as other support positions, as assigned.
Administers the provisions of the County Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) including regulations for zoning, signs, subdivisions, and other pertinent land development standards. Coordinates with the Code Enforcement Division regarding violations of applicable codes.
Prepares analysis and recommendations on requests for zoning map amendments (i.e., rezonings) and conducts site inspections, as needed.
Reviews commercial development plans, land disturbance permits, residential subdivision plans, preliminary plats, and final plats for zoning and land use policy compliance.
Represents the county in meetings with developers, engineers, citizens, community organizations, and others regarding planning and zoning activities; attends evening community meetings, as needed.
Reviews, analyzes, and presents variance requests and administrative appeals to the Board of Adjustment.
Interprets and makes determinations on behalf of the Director related to development projects, zoning verification letters, and land use policy/procedures.
Serves as an advisor on zoning issues to the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, and the Board of Commissioners.
Answers inquiries and provides written and verbal information to the general public on adopted zoning practices and policies.
Conducts public meetings and workshops regarding amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and the Comprehensive Plan.
Works with various county and state agencies on special projects, as needed.
Additional Duties:
Employees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of department and county policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of zoning and short- and long-range planning. Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local zoning laws, statutes, and regulations.
Knowledge of the provisions of the county zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations, and property platting processes.
Skilled in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following-up on assignments with minimum direction.
Skilled in compiling information and preparing reports.
Skilled in operating modern office equipment; basic computer applications for word processing and spreadsheets, technology skills utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable software.
Ability to read and interpret maps, professional drawings, site plans, and development standards.
Ability to exercise judgment in dealing with complex factors.
Ability to interpret vague or ambiguous zoning language.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other departments, and outside agencies.
Ability to use diplomacy under stressful situations assuring the county is reflected in a positive light; must function effectively within a political environment.
Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with the general public and establish effective working relationships with others.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to perform work while sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, and stooping.
Ability to occasionally lift light to moderately heavy objects.
Ability to see, hear, and speak.
Ability to perform work sitting at a desk.
Working Conditions
Typically performed in an office with occasional field work at development sites.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License
Job Summary
As the Assistant Public Defender I, you will provide competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients. This position represents clients in the following Courts – Magistrate, Traffic & State and may assist in cases of routine complexity. To be considered for this position, candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and a license to practice law in the State of Georgia. Work is assigned by the Public Defender and/or management team in terms of department goals, objectives, and priorities.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Attends scheduled court appearances; inputs, and records case-related data and notes, logs case activities, and closes files; receives and reviews calendars; and coordinates with court administration, clients, witnesses, experts, and others.
Represents clients in court at various stages of cases, including arraignments, preliminary and pretrial hearings, probation and sentencing, post-adjudication/post-conviction hearings, appeals or any related courtroom proceedings negotiates at all stages on behalf of the client; prepares and argues motions; conducts jury selection, makes opening and closing statements, presents evidence, and questions witnesses; and makes appropriate objections and arguments.
Reviews discovery; interviews clients in and out of custody; requests and inspects records and evidence; reviews criminal histories; prepares graphics and exhibits; explores alternative explanations for the alleged incident; follows up on defense leads; identifies and interviews witnesses and alibis; observes crime scenes; subpoenas witnesses and prepares them for trial; prepares clients for trial; determines the need for, procures, and interviews expert witnesses; assesses the need for psychological/psychiatric evaluation of client; anticipates legal issues; develops defense theory and case strategies.
Receives and reviews various documentation, including, police reports, witness statements, laboratory reports, criminal histories, defense motions, and case law updates; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including a variety of motions, orders, letters, notices, petitions, legal briefs, trial summaries, and departmental reports; compiles data for further processing or use in the preparation of department reports, and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
Secures mitigating evidence for sentencing or restitution; reviews court orders and case plans; files related requests, motions, and appeals; advocates for the client; and secures additional services for the client.
Argues mitigating evidence; negotiates resolutions with assistant district attorneys; and advises clients regarding the acceptance or rejection of plea offers.
Research relevant case law and interpret the facts of the case; research the terms, procedures, or science used in other fields that may be relevant to a case; prepare briefs and motions and responses to same; write case summaries; draft jury charges; and make trial notes.
Develops trusting and supportive attorney-client relationship; explains and advises clients regarding their rights, the investigative and judicial process, and the advisability of alternative courses of action; provides updates regarding case status.
Attends conferences, seminars, meetings, and training events relevant to the area of expertise; keeps abreast of legal changes, and participates in professional organizations.
Communicates with prosecuting attorneys, judges, investigators, legal support staff, witnesses, experts, translators, client friends and family, probation officers, supervisors, government officials, other employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review the status of work, present or exchange information, provide legal counsel and interpretation, or resolve problems.
Additional Duties: Employees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrates the knowledge to conduct case research and documentation.
Demonstrates knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal laws.
Demonstrates the knowledge to investigate and prepare cases for hearings and trials.
Ability to demonstrate proficiency in the performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all state or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function in the position effectively.
Ability to make sound and well-informed decisions; perceive the impact and implications of decisions; commit to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; cause change.
Ability to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including superior written and spoken communication.
Displays a high level of commitment toward work and a high standard of ethical conduct.
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office with the employee sitting at a desk and/or in the courtroom, but may require visits to off-site locations. Normal office conditions. Potential problems may exist with clients exposed to stressful situations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to quiet.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.License to practice law in the State of Georgia. OR Reciprocity (must obtain a Law License)Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License.Preferred Qualifications
One (1) year of litigation experience. Read LessSummary
This is professional planning work assisting in the development and implementation of the County Comprehensive Plan and related programs and projects, and assisting staff and external customers on matters relating to urban planning issues. Work is performed in accordance with county codes and ordinances, departmental policies and procedures, best planning practices, and state and federal planning and zoning regulations. The Director, Planning and Development, assigns work in terms of detailed and general instructions. Work is reviewed for accuracy and the nature and propriety of the final results.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Maintains, updates, and ensures the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan. Conducts studies and develops plans to promote specific goals. Ensures proposed developments comply with planning/zoning requirements.
Assists the public, developers, staff and others through meetings, telephone discussions and site inspections in interpretation of the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code, Development Code, and the Unified Development Ordinance.
Attends evening public meetings as needed.
Prepares materials for presentation at public meetings. Assists in processing land use and zoning changes.
Reviews development plans and plats.
Provides project research and technical assistance to the public and staff. Researches planning issues and coordinates with other planners and agencies.
Completes grant applications for project funding with regional, state and federal agencies.
Represents the county at meetings with developers, other jurisdictions, and regional andstate agencies. Assists in writing ordinances and regulations relating to development controls.
Collects and analyzes data from various sources, including various governmental entities. Prepares summaries of findings and recommendations.
May make presentations to the Director, Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment and County Board of Commissioners.
Additional Duties:
Employees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.
Additional Duties:
Employees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of county policies and procedures. Knowledge of county and state planning requirements.
Knowledge of principles, practices, operations, services, and activities of zoning and planning programs.
Knowledge of county zoning ordinance, codes, regulations, and policies.
Skill in prioritizing and executing assignments with limited supervision. Skill in using independent judgment and discretion.
Skill in operating modern office equipment.
Skill in computer applications for word processing, spreadsheets, document layout, and internet research.
Ability to read technical plans and construction documents.
Ability to work on several tasks simultaneously.
Ability to research, analyze, and interpret data, studies, reports, laws, regulations, goals, and objectives.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff and customers.
Ability to maintain routine records.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Customer service skills.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and stoop.
Ability to occasionally lift light to moderately heavy objects, and utilize tools and equipment requiring a moderate degree of difficulty.
Ability to see and perceive color and depth. Ability to hear and speak.
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office with occasional field trips to work sites.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in City, Urban or Regional Planning, or related field.
Three (3) years of professional planning experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferences
Master's degree in a related field.
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification.
