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DAWSON COUNTY GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Job Title:  Administrative Assistant
Department:  Dawson County Community Development
Division:  Code Compliance
Location:  Dawsonville, GA  30534
Salary:  $17.99 Hourly DOQ
Status: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 @ 5PM

Job Summary:
This position is responsible for providing administrative support to the Code Compliance Division and will include, but not be limited to: answering the phone, greeting customers, understanding the responsibility of County and State departments for proper re-direction of calls, creating daily code cases, maintaining a code compliance calendar, dispatching daily code cases to the field via text, serving as the hub of communications for the code enforcement officers serving in the field, responds to all open records requests, responsible for helping to maintain the Code Compliance social media pages, and responsible for understanding the requirements and expectations for the permitting of Short Term Rental Bed and Breakfast (STRBB) permits with a sole responsibility of daily research and maintenance to ensure that permittees maintain compliance of their permits. 

Job Requirements:
Applicant must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent plus a minimum of two years’ experience in a related field; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides a sufficient level of understanding of the essential duties of the position.  Specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with an associate degree in a related field preferred.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Possess exceptional interpersonal communication, data entry and organizational skills.  Skilled in operating modern office equipment and knowledgeable in office procedures and administrative methods.  Microsoft Office proficient. Possess a valid Georgia driver license and maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).  Applicant must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

To apply, please go to our website at www.dawsoncountyga.gov and apply online.  Paper applications are also available online or may be picked up in the Human Resources Department.  Paper applications may be mailed or delivered to the Dawson County Human Resources Department, 25 Justice Way, Suite 2233, Dawsonville, GA 30534; Monday through Friday 8AM-5PM; or emailed to DCemployment@dawsoncountyga.gov.  All applications submitted are subject to public disclosure under the Georgia Open Records Act.

Dawson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace