Personnel Department

Department Mission:
To maintain an environment where teamwork, trust, openness, pride and respect are standard practices. The employees of the City of Forest Park are our most important resource. We want our city to be a place where people are motivated, cared for, and have a feeling of belonging and want to achieve excellence.

The Personnel department is located at 785 Forest Parkway in the Annex building across from City Hall. The Personnel department can be reached at 404-608-2347. The number to the Job Line is 404-608-2309. EEO

Employment Opportunities (click here)

Continuous Employment Opportunities
Full Time Positions Include:
Good Benefits, Vacation Days, Sick Days, Holidays,
Medical/Dental, Retirement

Employment Applications: Applications are accepted only for positions currently available.
Each application submitted should include all forms listed under the position you are applying for.

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CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PLANNING, BUILDING & ZONING

$48,930 Annual

Full Time

Deadline: February 13, 2012

Serves administratively to the Director of Planning, Building and Zoning as project manager. The principal function of the position is to assist with the ongoing implementation activities involving land use and building regulations, comprehensive plan management, GIS database management, animal control, code enforcement and erosion control. Other duties may be required, assigned, and expected commensurate with the evolving needs of the department.

Minimum Qualifications: The knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field and duties relevant to the position. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications: Three years of local government experience which involved at least three years of GIS database management. E.O.E.

Life Guard

Lifeguard (Indoor Pool)
1 Position available
Deadline: Until Filled
$11.00 Hr
Shift: Tuesday & Thursday 7pm - 9 pm & Saturday 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Hours: 9 hours per week

Must have current Lifeguard Training Certificate and valid CPR for the Professional Rescuer/First Aid Card. Skilled in all phases of swimming. Excellent communication skills. EOE

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT

The City of Forest Park is looking for energetic, hardworking and responsible staff members who are seeking summer employment an outgoing personality, good leadership ability and experience in supervising and instructing children is a plus.

Positions Available for Summer of 2012:

Lifeguards 2 positions $11.00 per hour (Hours vary 30 to 40 hours per week) Start date May 29, 2012 for 10 weeks. Responsible for overall safety in the pool, preventing accidents and injuries. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail and follow through are critical. Must be punctual and dependable. Must have current Lifeguard Training and First Aid Certification and current CPR for the professional rescuer. EOE

Swim Aid 2 positions $8.00 per hour (8:30 – 1 pm for 8 weeks)(7:30 pm – 8:30 pm 2 weeks) Start date May 29, 2012. A mature individual with experience working with children is desirable. Must know how to swim and be able to follow instructions. Must have current First Aid and Current CPR certification. EOE

Assistant Swim Instructor $13.20 per hour (8:30 – 1 pm for 8 weeks) (7:30 pm -8:30 pm 2 weeks) Start date May 29, 2012. Must have experience teaching swim lessons, responsible for teaching basic strokes, improving swimming skills and ensuring safety at the pool. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, must be punctual and dependable. Must have current Lifeguard Training and First Aid Certification. Current CPR for the professional rescuer. EOE

Swim instructor $16.50 per hour (8:30 – 1 pm for 8 weeks)(7:30 pm – 8:30 pm 2 weeks) Start date May 29, 2012. Must have experience teaching swim lessons, responsible for teaching basic strokes, improving swimming skills and ensuring safety at the pool. Must have ability to teach and supervise American Red Cross Swimming Lessons Progression. One year of Aquatic Experience, excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification, CPR, and First Aid Certification. EOE

Assistant Pool Manager $13.20 per hour (40 hours per week) Start date May 14, 2012 for 11 weeks. The Assistant Pool Manager will help oversee the safe and proper operation of the pool facility, including; supervising assigned pool staff, ensuring that all pump, filter and other pool equipment is operating, maintaining correct chemical levels, maintaining lifeguard schedules overseeing cleaning and general swimming pool maintenance. Must have High School Diploma or GED, Current Lifeguard training & First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Certified Pool Operator Certification desirable. EOE

Day Camp Counselor 4 positions $10.00 per hour (Monday – Friday ) hours varies for 8 weeks. Mature individuals with prior experience working with children, must be energetic, responsible and overall dependable. Must be able to supervise and organize, plan daily activities for children. Have Current CPR and First Aid certification. EOE

AQUATIC COORDINATOR

Shift: Hours will vary

Year Round

Full Time

$35,074 yearly

Individual will be responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the City’s Pool Facilities. Is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, administering, coordinating, promoting and evaluating a variety of programs and services related to aquatics. Will keep appropriate records, maintaining proper pool chemistry, cleaning and other maintenance duties as needed. Teaches and supervises various swimming activities. Develops and implements risk management procedures for all programs including training supervision, and inspection of facilities; handles emergency situations as needed. Insure compliance of State and County Regulations and guidelines. This is a physically demanding job; must be able to lift 50-100lbs; stand for long periods of time. Candidate must have through knowledge of pool operation and maintenance procedures.

Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED, supplemented by college level course work or vocational training in recreation/athletic program administration; considerable knowledge of aquatic program services and opportunities for a broad community aquatics program. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain CPR for the Professional Rescuer/First Aid Certification. Lifeguard Certification and Water Safety Instructor Certification are all required. Must possess within 6 months of employment a Certified Pool Operator Certification. Must Possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License. E.O.E.