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Welcome to Newton County Board of Commissioners' online Application. Thank you for your interest in Newton County Board of Commissioners. Please note the following before starting any application: Do not use the "Refresh" or the "Back" buttons while completing this employment application as your information may be lost. An E-mail address is required. We recommend that you have your personal information prepared prior to starting the application including educational specifics (graduation location, specific dates) certification numbers and specific dates. Typically, the application will take about 20-30 minutes to thoroughly complete. You will have an opportunity to attach further documentation such as transcripts, awards, certifications, diplomas, licenses, etc. at the end. Once you submit, you will not be able to edit the information on your application. You can click 'save for later' if you need to gather additional information and can log back on later to complete the process and then submit your application. Any information updated on your profile will carry over to any future applications you submit. 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.
Welcome to Newton County Board of Commissioners' online Application.
Thank you for your interest in Newton County Board of Commissioners. Please note the following before starting any application:
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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WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR I, II, III OR TRAINEE
Code: 202507-12
Posting Start: 07/31/2025
Posting End: 12/31/9999
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Position may require Night Shift. 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 a valid Georgia driver’s license. Must possess the ability to obtain or possess and maintain a valid Class I, II or III Georgia Drinking Water Treatment Operator’s license.Must submit a current, certified 3-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
FIREFIGHTER EMT
Code: 202508-2
Location: FIRE ADMINISTRATION
Posting Start: 08/04/2025
SALARY RANGE: $49,581.00-$72,212.00
Position will be posted until filled.High school diploma or GED required with vocational or technical training in firefighting, fire science, emergency medical services, or closely related field; supplemented by two years of work in firefighting; 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 Class C Georgia driver’s license. Must possess and maintain the following additional certifications: National Professional Qualifications (NPQ) Firefighter I a....
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INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST II (COURT SERVICES)
Code: 202508-5
Location: SUPERIOR COURT
Posting Start: 08/08/2025
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $27.18
Position will be posted until filled.Associate degree in Information Technology or related field required; supplemented by two years of experience providing technical support as an Information Systems Specialist I or equivalent; 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 certified 3-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
MAINTENANCE TECH I
Code: 202510-3
Location: CORNISH CREEK
Posting Start: 10/07/2025
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $18.82
High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by one year of work experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance or related 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. Possession and maintenance of a valid Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred.Must submit a current, certified 3-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
MECHANIC I
Code: 202510-6
Location: FLEET MANAGEMENT-MAINT SHOP
Posting Start: 10/31/2025
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $20.49
High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by one year of experience in automotive and equipment maintenance and repair; 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).
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I
Code: 202511-9
Location: ROAD DEPARTMENT
Posting Start: 11/12/2025
High school diploma or GED required. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License.Must submit a current, certified 3-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
FIRE MARSHAL
Code: 202511-10
Posting Start: 11/17/2025
MINIMUM SALARY: $83,476.00
Associate’s Degree/Bachelor’s degree preferred in Fire Science, Public Administration, or a related field required; supplemented by ten years of progressively responsible experience in multiple areas of department operations, such as firefighting, emergency medical services, fire inspection and investigation, or fire training, to include lead or supervisory 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 Class A or Class B driver’s non-comme....
LEGAL SPECIALIST
Code: 202511-11
Location: PUBLIC DEFENDER
Posting Start: 11/18/2025
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $21.33
One year of experience in providing complex administrative support in a legal or court environment; 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 7-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
WORKER'S COMP & FMLA HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
Code: 202512-1
Location: HUMAN RESOURCES
Posting Start: 12/03/2025
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $24.67
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field required; supplemented by one year of experience in area of assignment; 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.
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
Code: 202512-2
Location: SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $23.00
High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by two years of experience in operating light to heavy equipment; 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 Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), including appropriate endorsements.Must submit a current, certified 3-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).