The Wilkinson County Fire & Rescue Department is accepting application for part-time firefighters.

All applicants are required to be able to pass a drug test and background check, possess a high school diploma or GED, Firemen certification, and a Class F license or higher. A successful applicant should also have good communication and public relations skills along with computer skills.

Job duties will include, but will not be limited to, the following:

• Respond to fire and rescue calls
• Help to maintain fire/rescue vehicles and equipment
• Maintain up to date certifications and trainings
• Maintain accurate response records
• Maintain a safe and clean work stations

Applications may be picked up at the EMA/Fire office at 114 Wriley Road, Irwinton, GA, the Board of Commissioners’ Office at 100 Bacon Street, Irwinton, Ga, or online at www.wilkinsoncounty.net. All applications must be received by 5pm on Friday March 28, 2025.

Click HERE for the 2025 Firefigher Employment Application

If there are any questions, please contact Chris Landrum at 478-291-1937 or Tracy Strange at 478-946-2236.

Click HERE to view the job announcement letter.

Position:  Jail Officer

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Pass a Polygraph Test
• Pass a Physical Exam
• Undergo a Psychological Exam Undergo a Drug Screen
• No marijuana use within last 12 months

Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office Employment Application

NOTE:

Applicants requesting employemtn wtih the Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office must provide copies of the below listed documents when submitting an application:

• Driver’s License
• Social Security Card
• Birth Certificate
• Transcipts from high school/college, along with diploma
• Certificates from BA POST Council, if applicable

Please have copies attached.  DO NOT bring originals for copies to be made

Position:  Deputy Sheriff

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Pass a Polygraph Test
• Pass a Physical Exam
• Undergo a Psychological Exam Undergo a Drug Screen
• No marijuana use within last 12 months

Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office Employment Application

NOTE:

Applicants requesting employemtn wtih the Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office must provide copies of the below listed documents when submitting an application:

• Driver’s License
• Social Security Card
• Birth Certificate
• Transcipts from high school/college, along with diploma
• Certificates from BA POST Council, if applicable

Please have copies attached.  DO NOT bring originals for copies to be made

The Wilkinson County Board of Commissioners seeks to fill the position of a Firefighter Recruitment and Retention Coordinator.

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

• Recruit individuals for volunteer firefighters by working with local organizations and school system
• Put in place programs to retain firefighters
• Coordinate initial and ongoing training opportunities for new and existing firefighters
• Researches and writes grants for additional funding for fire department; complete additional paperwork needed to maintain grant
• Recommends policy and procedure changes to improve department efficiency
• Plans for disaster drills and county emergencies
• Coordinate as needed with FEMA and GEMA for needed resources and services
• Other duties listed in complete job description

Minimum Training and/or Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in emergency management, emergency services, fire prevention and suppression, or a related field along with five years of responsible experience in fire suppression. Or any equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and experience which provides the requisite skills, knowledge, and abilities of the position.
• Possess a valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator’s license needed to operate vehicle or equipment being operated
• Maintain all needed fire and emergency management certifications

Applications can be found on the county website at https://wilkinsoncounty.net or picked up in the Board of Commissioners’ office located on the 2^nd floor of the courthouse; and will be accepted through December 29, 2023 or until position is filled.

Questions may be directed to Tracy Strange, County Manager at 478-946-2236 or tstrange@wilkinsoncounty.net.

The following job vacancy is available within the Tax Assessor’s Office. Qualified and eligible individuals interested in applying for this position  ay submit an application to the Wilkinson County Tax Assessors Office.