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City of Summerville Job Announcement Police Officer JOB SUMMARY This position performs police work involving the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws, and the investigation of crime. MAJOR DUTIES Answers calls relayed by a dispatcher, to include: domestic disputes, burglaries, suspicious characters, traffic accidents, etc. Patrols assigned geographical areas of the city in order to monitor businesses, residences and public areas. Writes reports and completes forms, including incident and accident reports. Apprehends and cites traffic law violators; directs traffic in congested areas as needed. Provides first aid and CPR as needed. Conducts criminal investigations; interviews witnesses, suspects and victims; conducts surveillance; gathers evidence and prepare case files. Testifies in judicial proceedings when necessary. Assists other departmental units and other law enforcement agencies as requested. Secures and preserves the scenes of crimes and fatal traffic accidents until appropriate support units arrive and assists with investigation. Performs public service duties, such as assisting lost and stranded motorists, entering locked cars, providing transportation to citizens in need, etc. Arrests and takes prisoners into custody; processes persons arrested. Inspects weapons and patrol car; monitors patrol car maintenance. Serves warrants and other official court orders. Performs related duties. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell. The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves and of specialized law enforcement equipment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Police Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia. Any person interested in this position may submit an application at the City of Summerville, 120 Georgia Ave., Summerville, GA 30747. Resumes may also be submitted via e-mail to htucker@summervillega.org or mailed to: City of Summerville Attn: Harold Tucker P.O. Box 180 Summerville, GA 30747 ...

Job Announcement: Monday, January 2, 2023, until the close of business on Friday, January 27, 2023. Review applications and select the top five(5) candidates: Saturday, January 28, 2023 – Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Select top three (3) and interview candidates: Thursday, February 16, 2023 – Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Contract negotiations: Thursday, March 9, 2023 – Friday, March 31, 2023. Approval by Council: April 2023...

The City of Summerville is seeking to hire a qualified City Manager. The City of Summerville, population 4,500,  is the county seat of Chattooga County, which is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachians in Northwest Georgia. The City Council appoints a City Manager who serves as the Administrative Head of the Municipal Government. The City Manager will report to the Mayor and five City Council Members, who are elected to staggered four-year terms. The City Manager’s office provides centralized direction and leadership for the effective administration and operations of all municipal services for the city as directed by the Mayor and Council and serves as the focal point for the management of the city service departments. City services include fire protection, police/public safety, recreation, water and sewer treatment and distribution, natural gas, main-street programming, street, and sidewalk maintenance, garbage and inert material collection, and administrative services. Responsibilities include: preparing the annual budget, providing leadership and direction in the development of short and long-range plans, advising the Mayor and Council of financial conditions and current and future needs of the city, and monitoring and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Government accounting and financial experience is a major component of a successful applicant. Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of government administration principles, comprehensive knowledge of the function of and interrelationship of all city departments. Possess skills in the presentation of ideas, both oral and written. Ability to prepare, analyze, and interpret data reports. Knowledge of city codes, ordinances, resolutions, policies, and guidelines regarding city organization and operations. Ability to work with Mayor, Council, and the public. Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree or a Master's Degree (preferred) in Public or Business Administration or a related field and progressively responsible experience in city/county government finance, management, planning, procurement, or equivalent experience. Salary: Negotiable, dependent upon experience and qualifications Benefit Package: The city offers an excellent benefit package, including a defined benefit retirement plan through the Georgia Municipal Association, vacation, sick, holidays, and full insurance package. Interested persons should submit a resume, detailed cover letter- which includes salary expectations, and a list of three (3) professional references with contact information. Resumes and accompanying information will be received through the close of business Friday, January 27, 2023. Resumes and accompanying information may be submitted to one of the following: Harry Harvey, Mayor                                                         Angela White, City Clerk City of Summerville, City Hall                                           City of Summerville, City Hall P.O. Box 180                                                                        P.O. Box 180 Summerville, GA 30747                                                    Summerville, GA 30747 hharvey@summervillega.org                                          awhite@summervillega.org   The City of Summerville is an Equal Opportunity Employer/ E-Verify Employer...

     Please take notice that the City of Summerville, Georgia (the "City") shall sell to the highest and best bidder as determined by a sealed bidding process all surplus real properties acquired by the City by tax sale, abandonment, and/or clean or lien statute or other means.      Bids will be accepted in amounts greater than the City's basis in said real property. A list of surplus properties and the minimum bid amounts are available on the City's website or by contacting Angie White at City Hall 120 Georgia Avenue, Summerville, Georgia, 30747.  Any member of the public is hereby invited to submit sealed proposals at such address. The last day for receipt of sealed bids shall be November 5, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.  All bids received shall be opened in public during the regular City Council meeting on November 8, 2021.  A tabulation of all bids received shall be available for public inspection following the opening of all bids.  All such bids shall be retained and kept for public inspection for a period of not less than 60 days from the date on which such bids are opened.      The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to cancel the proposed sale. MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUMMERVILLE, GEORGIA    

City of Summerville

Surplus Property

30 PEACHTREE ST - $7,205.96 325 HWY 48 - $7,639.30 138 CURRANT ST - $5,388.84 810 HIGHLAND AVE - $9,214.12 307 HWY 48 - $10,759.21...

PUBLIC NOTICE

2021 Municipal Election Candidates Please see the list below of candidates that qualified for the November 2021 election. Mayor Harry Harvey (Incumbent) James Godwin Council Seat #1 David Ford (Incumbent) Council Seat #2 Dana W. Mosley (Incumbent) Eugene Cordell Council Seat #3 Rickey Hughes Lamonica N. Watkins Qualifying has now closed and the election will be November 2, 2021. ...

PUBLIC NOTICE

CITY OF SUMMERVILLE QUALIFYING DATES FOR THE

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 MUNICIPAL ELECTION

The City of Summerville will hold a General Election on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, for the Mayor’s Seat, Council Seat #1, Council Seat #2. In addition, a Special Election will also be held for Council Seat #3 on Tuesday, November 2, 2021.

CANDIDATE QUALIFYING PERIOD Candidate Qualifying Period for the Mayor’s Seat, Council Seat #1, Seat #2, and Seat #3,  will be at Summerville City Hall in the City Clerk’s office Monday, August 16, 2021,  through Friday, August 20, 2021. The hours for qualifying will be Monday through  Thursday 8:30 – 5:00 p.m. and Friday 8:30-4:30 p.m.

CANDIDATE QUALIFYING FEES Mayor - $216.00 Council Seat - $108.00

CITY OF SUMMERVILLE 120 GEORGIA AVENUE, SUMMERVILLE GA. 30747 706-859-0900 PHONE 706 859 0845 FAX

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