PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF SUMMERVILLE
QUALIFYING DATES
FOR THE
NOVEMBER 7, 2023, MUNICIPAL ELECTION
The City of Summerville will hold a General Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, for Council Seat #3, Council Seat #4, and Council Seat #5.
CANDIDATE QUALIFYING PERIOD
Candidate qualifying period will be held at Summerville City Hall in the City Clerk’s office at 120 Georgia Ave. Qualifying will be held Monday, August 21, 2023, through Friday, August 25, 2023, between 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
CANDIDATE QUALIFYING FEES
The qualifying fee is $108.00
CITY OF SUMMERVILLE
120 GEORGIA AVENUE, SUMMERVILLE, GA. 30747
706-859-0900 PHONE 706 859 0845 FAX
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Road Closed – Highland Ave

Road Closure – Until Further Notice
Due to the sewer line expansion project, the City of Summerville will close First St at the railroad tracks until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause....
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We Are Hiring – Police Officer
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...
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Summerville City Hall Closed for Holiday
The City of Summerville City Hall will close at noon on Friday, June 30, 2023 and will not reopen until Wed July 5, 2023 at 8 am. In case of an emergency please contact 911.
Payments can be made online at www.summervillega.org or by calling the automated system at 1-833-250-4484.
In case of an emergency, please call 911....
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We are Hiring – Meter Reader
Link to Info
City of Summerville
Job Announcement
Meter Reader
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for reading utility meters to record usage data.
MAJOR DUTIES
Walks or drives a truck along established routes.
Reads meters electronically and manually to determine usage.
Reports theft of services.
Locates and repairs leaks.
Provides information and assistance to customers.
Re-reads meters as needed.
Maintains assigned vehicle.
Flags traffic at work sites as needed.
Performs related duties.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is typically performed while standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping. The employee
frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects.
The work is typically performed outdoors. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, grease, and occasional cold
or inclement weather.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent experience.
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 licenses issued by the State of Georgia for the type of
vehicle or equipment operated.
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 awhite@summervillega.org or mailed to:
City of Summerville
Attn: Angie White
P.O. Box 180
Summerville, GA 30747...
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WE ARE HIRING! Police Officer
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
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City Manager Search – Tentative Schedule
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...
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