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Human Resources

Sedrick Swan
 Human Resources Director

Human Resources
       Department
  213 Persons Street
  Fort Valley, GA 31030
  478-827-3161

Human Resources

The Peach County Human Resources Department serves active employees, retirees and the public with all issues concerning county employment, benefits, and salaries. This department also seeks to attract, develop and retain the highest quality workforce to meet the needs of the residents of Peach County.

In doing so, HR respects the dignity and diversity of all individuals, acts with integrity and honesty in its work, complies with state and federal laws, and maintains total confidentiality with information accepted in trust. The HR staff ensues equitable, professional and legal application of the policies and procedures for county employees, and use technology and methods which enhance services, communication and production.

Peach County a positive work environment and values the knowledge, talents, skills and abilities of employees as they work toward accomplishing the county’s mission. With approximately 250 full and part time employees, this department is responsible for benefits, personnel records, personnel policy and development, classification and compensation, training and development, employee relations, recruitment, employee recognition, and workers compensation.

Peach County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment Opportunities

Peach County is a great place to work and live! Job opportunities are updated here as positions become available.

All applications must be completed in their entirety. Failure to give complete and detailed information could result in your application being disqualified. A resume may be attached only as additional information and will not be accepted in lieu of completing each part of the application. Evaluations of applications are based on individual merit. Information MUST BE COMPLETE so that all applications can be given equitable consideration.  Online applications are stored on a secure site.

Employment opportunities at Peach County are open to all qualified applicants solely on the basis of their job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. Qualified applicants are considered for all open positions for which they apply and for advancement without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, and marital status, the presence of a medical condition or disability, or genetic information. Peach County will hire only authorized workers, regardless of national origin.

Peach County complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws with regard to equal employment opportunity. Advancement is based entirely on an individual’s demonstrated performance, job-related ability, skills, and knowledge and the resulting potential for promotion to the job openings applied for. Peach County will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation affecting its employees or applicants due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected under the law.

Applications, resumes, letters of reference, etc. submitted become property of Peach County and cannot be returned. The information you provide may be subject to public disclosure under the Georgia Open Records Act. Falsification of applications or the omission of complete information at any time during the employment process will result in permanent removal from consideration of any employment opportunities with Peach County Government or termination of employment.

Employee Benefits

WORK/ LIFE INTERGRATION

  • PAID TIME OFF
  • 9 PAID HOLIDAYS
  • BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
  • SHORT TERM SUPPLEMENTAL LEAVE
  • EMERGENCY LEAVE
  • TRAINING/EDUCATION LEAVE
  • MILITARY LEAVE

HEALTH & WELLNESS

  • MEDICAL & PRESCRIPTION
  • DENTAL & VISION
  • WELLNESS ACTIVITIES
  • HEALTH REWARDS
  • LIVE HEALTH ONLINE
  • EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICAL FSA
  • DEPENDENT CARE FSA
  • DISCOUNTED GYM MEMBERSHIP
  • AFLAC SUPPLEMENTAL POLICIES

FINANCIAL WELLNESS

  • COUNTY PAID PENSION PLAN
  • DEFERRED COMPENSATION
  • COUNTY PAID LIFE INSURANCE
  • VOLUNTARY LIFE INSURANCE FOR EMPLOYEES, SPOUSE AND CHILDREN
  • SHORT TERM DISABILITY BENEFIT
  • LONG TERM DISABILITY BENEFIT
  • EARLY RETIREMENT OPTIONS