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Thank you for your interest in Newton County Board of Commissioners. Please note the following before starting any application:

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  • We only accept applications on-line. Should you have difficulties applying, you may come in person to the Human Resources Office located at 1113 Usher Street in Covington, GA or call 678-625-1212 for assistance.

Should you be offered a position, all items listed within your resume and/or application will be subject for formal verification.

Newton County Board of Commissioners is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any employee or applicant in any manner prohibited by law. We comply with The American With Disabilities Amendment (ADA), which requires reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled candidates.




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DETENTION OFFICER

Code: 201901-5

Location: JAIL OPERATIONS

Posting Start: 01/10/2019

Posting End: 12/31/2025

Details: JOB DESCRIPTION

SALARY RANGE: $50,107.00-$70,570.00


GED/H.S.; GA DRIVER'S LICENSE; ABILITY OBTAIN DO CERT. 6 MOS

DEPUTY SHERIFF RECRUIT - PATROL

Code: 201901-6

Location: SHERIFFS OFFICE

Posting Start: 01/10/2019

Posting End: 12/31/2025

Details: JOB DESCRIPTION

MINIMUM SALARY: $49,116.00


High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by one year of work experience that shows an ability to maintain steady employment in any field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
Must work toward obtaining Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
Must submit a current, certified 7-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
Must submit all required documents along with application.
Must submit ACCU....

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DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL

Code: 201901-7

Location: SHERIFFS OFFICE

Posting Start: 01/10/2019

Posting End: 12/31/2025

Details: JOB DESCRIPTION

SALARY RANGE: $55,422.00-$76,900.00


High School Diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in law enforcement; supplemented by one year of training in law enforcement; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
Must possess and maintain Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
Must submit a current, certified 7-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
Must submit all required documents along with application.

PART TIME KENNEL MAINTENANCE

Code: 202501-8

Location: ANIMAL SERVICES

Posting Start: 01/23/2025

Posting End: 05/22/2025

Details: JOB DESCRIPTION

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $17.11


High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by one year of work experience that shows an ability to maintain steady employment in any field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
Must submit a current, certified 3-Year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).

ANIMAL SERVICES OFFICER

Code: 202503-5

Location: ANIMAL SERVICES

Posting Start: 03/12/2025

Posting End: 05/22/2025

Details: JOB DESCRIPTION

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $18.08


High school diploma or equivalent; and,
Six months of related experience; or,
Any combination of education, training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Valid State Driver’s License.
Ability to obtain Euthanasia certification within one year of employment.
Must submit a current, certified 3-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).

INVESTIGATOR

Code: 202504-1

Location: DISTRICT ATTORNEY

Posting Start: 04/02/2025

Posting End: 05/14/2025

Details: JOB DESCRIPTION


Salary Commensurate with Experience
High School diploma or GED is required.
Must be a current P.O.S.T. certified Georgia Peace Officer.
Must submit copy of current POST certification as a Peace Officer and/or copies of training records with application in order to be consider for the position.
Applicants must also demonstrate efficiency with a firearm and possess a valid Georgia Driver's License.
Must submit a current, certified 3-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).

ANIMAL CONTROL DIRECTOR

Code: 202504-4

Location: ANIMAL SERVICES

Posting Start: 04/25/2025

Posting End: 05/16/2025

Details: JOB DESCRIPTION

MINIMUM SALARY: $66,199.00


High school diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in animal control, law enforcement or a
related field; supplemented by three years of experience in animal control enforcement; or any equivalent
combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for
this job.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
Must possess and maintain the following additional certifications or licensures: Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training
(POST) certification.
Must submit a c....

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ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER

Code: 202504-5

Location: PUBLIC DEFENDER

Posting Start: 04/28/2025

Posting End: 05/19/2025

Details: JOB DESCRIPTION


Salary: DOE/DOQ
Juris Doctor Degree required; supplemented by three years of experience practicing law, to include court room experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
Must possess and maintain certification and licensure from the Georgia Bar Association.

VICTIM WITNESS ASSISTANT

Code: 202504-6

Location: DISTRICT ATTORNEY

Posting Start: 04/30/2025

Posting End: 05/21/2025

Details: JOB DESCRIPTION


Salary: DOE/DOQ
Associate degree in Social Work or a related field required; supplemented by one year of experience in social work,
criminal justice, victim advocacy or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and
experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

AUDIO/VISUAL CONTENT MANAGER

Code: 202505-1

Posting Start: 05/06/2025

Posting End: 06/03/2025

Details: Job Description

HOURLY RATE RANGE: $20.76-$31.14


Associate’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Advertising or a related field preferred; supplemented by two years of progressively responsible experience in communications and public relations, or any equivalent
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
Must demonstrate proficiency in videography, photography (including editing), and the essential functions of the position, as well as the ability to learn and apply all relevant County or departmental policies and procedures.
Must submit a current, certified 3-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).

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