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You may apply for current job openings as listed below. An application is required for each position for which you apply. Applications may be completed on-line or printed and mailed to the address indicated in the job announcement.

On-line applications will serve as originals and need not be followed up with a printed application. RESUMES ARE ACCEPTED ONLY WHEN ACCOMPANIED BY A CITY OF ROME  OR FLOYD COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION. You may request a full job description for current openings from the Human Resources Department.


City of Rome Human Resources Department
607 Broad Street, Suite 100, P.O. Box 1433, Rome, GA 30162-1433
Phone: 706/236-4450  Fax: 706/236-4465. We are located on the first floor of the Carnegie Building. 
 

Floyd County Board of Commissioners Human Resources Department 12 East 4th Avenue, Suite 102 P.O. Box 946 Rome, GA 30161  Applications may be mailed to the address above or faxed to our office at 706-233-0014.

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Job Title: Water Maintenance Worker I   Click here for MORE INFO
Status: Open
Closes: 5/31/2012
Owner: Floyd County
Type: Water and Sewer
Description: The purpose of this classification is to operate equipment and perform manual work functions associated with construction, repair, and maintenance of the County Water System.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Operates a variety of equipment, machinery, and tools used in water system construction, maintenance, and repair (which may include a dump truck, trailer, back hoe, etc.). Transports, loads, and unloads, various equipment and materials used in projects. Performs manual work functions associated with water system construction, maintenance, and repair. Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment, and tools in good working condition such as inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, washing/cleaning equipment, cleaning work areas, etc.); monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment. Prepares and/or receives various forms, reports, work orders, or other documentation and completes, processes, and/or forwards as appropriate. Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
Conducts miscellaneous errands as needed, such as picking up parts/supplies from local vendors. Performs other related duties as required.



Floyd County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits, including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Cost of Living Increases, and Pension Retirement Benefits.

Job Title: Seasonal Equipment Operator I   Click here for MORE INFO
Status: Open
Closes: 5/31/2012
Owner: Floyd County
Type: Public Works
Description: JOB SUMMARY:
The purpose of this job is to operate heavy equipment and perform manual work functions associated with construction, repair, and maintenance of County road systems.

MAJOR DUTIES:
Operates a variety of heavy equipment, machinery, and tools used in road construction, maintenance, and repair. Transports, loads, and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects. Performs manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance, and repair of roads and related systems. Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment, and tools in good working condition; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment. Prepares and/or receives various forms, reports, or other documentation; completes, processes, and/or forwards as appropriate. Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service. Responds to routine requests for information from employees, officials, the public, or other individuals.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:
Must be able to operate a variety of equipment, machinery and tools which may include a dump truck, tandem truck, loading truck, tar truck, water truck, spreader gate truck, roller, grader, mower, dozer, packer, fuel pump, chain saw, shovel, rake, construction tools, and/or mechanic tools. Physical requirements are at levels of those for very heavy work.



Floyd County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: Equipment Operator II  Click here for MORE INFO
Status: Open
Closes: 5/31/2012
Owner: Floyd County
Type: Public Works
Description: The purpose of this job is to operate heavy equipment and perform manual work functions associated with construction, repair and maintenance of County road systems.

MAJOR DUTIES: Operates a variety of heavy equipment, machinery, and tools used in road construction, maintenance, and repair. Transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects. Performs manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, and related systems. Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment, and tools in good working condition; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment. Prepares and/or receives various forms, reports, or other documentation; completes, processes, and/or forwards as appropriate. Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service. Responds to routine requests for information from employees, officials, the public, or other individuals.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: Must be able to operate a variety of equipment, machinery, and tools which may include a dump truck, tandem truck, loading truck, tar truck, water truck, spreader gate truck, roller, grader, mower, dozer, packer, fuel pump, chain saw, shovel, rake, construction tools, mechanic tools. Physical requirements are at levels of those for very heavy work.


Floyd County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits, including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave, Cost of Living Increases, and Pension Retirement Benefits.
Job Title: CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER   Click here for MORE INFO
Status: Open
Closes: 12/31/2012
Owner: Floyd County
Type: Law Enforcement
Description: Maintains high visibility by patrolling assigned area, County streets,
parks, neighborhoods and businesses to ensure security. Performs surveillance of problem locations and criminal suspects, collects and reviews data. Investigates reported crimes; interviews and obtains
statements from victims, witnesses, suspects, and confidential informants; processes crime scenes; gathers, prepares, and submits evidence to crime lab. Obtains warrants, performs various types
of search operations, locates missing persons. Responds to dispatched communications, responds to emergency calls and calls for assistance; mediates disputes and advises rights. Responds to accident calls; gathers information at the accident scene; investigates and reconstructs serious injury or fatal accidents; interviews victims and witnesses; investigates accidents; notifies next-of-kin as necessary. Identifies illegal drugs and hazardous materials; maintains knowledge of prescription drugs.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: Be familiar with all County and State codes, ordinances, laws and regulations, both traffic and criminal. Be able to enter/retrieve data to/from computer system. Be able to maintain current field and code manuals, policy and procedures, employee handbooks, various maps, and related material for reference and/or review.

Floyd County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits, including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, holidays, vacation and sick leave, cost of living increases, and pension retirement benefits.

Job Title: CERTIFIED CORRECTIONAL OFFICER   Click here for MORE INFO
Status: Open
Closes: 12/31/2012
Owner: Floyd County
Type: Law Enforcement
Description: Supervises and controls inmates within institution and transports as needed. Maintains security of institution and grounds, including observing and searching for contraband. Supervises inmate activities and movements. Settles disputes between inmates. Assists in medication to inmates. Supervises inmate activities and movements. Settles disputes between inmates. Assists in counts. Checks doors for security; visually inspects for unusual, illegal or unsafe activity and emergencies; conducts shakedowns to seize contraband material and weapons; assists in processing inmates in and out; directs work of trustees; operates lock systems; monitors inmates movement within the institution; provides personal hygiene items to inmates as needed. Settles disputes between inmates and performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: Knowledge of proper prison procedures and practices; knowledge of how to safely evaluate the prison population under emergency conditions. Skill in making sound decisions rapidly. Skill in communicating with a variety of people effectively; skill in completing required reports and forms; skill in giving basic First Aid, skill in self-defense. Knowledge of safe and legal use of revolver.

Floyd County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick leave, cost of living increases, and pension retirement benefits.
Job Title: Certified 911 Dispatcher   Click here for MORE INFO
Status: Open
Closes: 12/31/2012
Owner: Floyd County
Type: Law Enforcement
Description: JOB SUMMARY:
The purpose of this position is to receive emergency calls from the public and dispatching emergency response (i.e. Rome City Police, Floyd County Police, Floyd E.M.S., Rome Fire Department, Sheriff’s Department, and E.M.A.) to the scene. The position is responsible for conveying information to the general public and City and County public safety agencies.

MAJOR DUTIES:
Receives incoming telephone calls from the public and from other public safety agencies. Obtains detailed information, determines emergency services needed, and dispatches appropriate personnel. Provides field personnel with necessary information upon request. Keeps a detailed log of incoming telephone and radio calls. Enters a variety of data into computer and extracts required data from computer. Checks data on 911 screen for accuracy; completes necessary forms for the correction of information within the 911 system. Monitors and routes incoming calls from Emergency Management, the National Weather Service, and the Hearing Impaired telephone system. Receives and logs commercial and residential alarm systems and files reports, logs, and other paperwork. Performs other related duties as assigned. May be required to testify in court in reference to 911 calls.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:
Knowledge of the geography and road system of the city and county. Knowledge of radio codes used in emergency service and public safety work. Knowledge of FCC Rules and Regulations. Knowledge of radio/communications equipment. Skill in computer operation. Skill in written and oral communication. Skill in dealing with the public. Skill in making decisions accurately and rapidly.