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Each weekday Oconee Patch will post an area job opening. Please look at the publication date; older listings may no longer be available. If your business is hiring, please email the job details to stephanie.gross@patch.com.
Employer: Academy Sports & Outdoors Description: Applications are being accepted for the following positions at the Athens store: Administrative Assistant Receiving Associate - Store Custodian Team Lead - Footwear Footwear Sales Associate How to apply: For a more detailed job description and to submit an application online, follow the links above. These opportunites were found on Feb. 13, 2013.
Employer: Schlotzsky's Description:  Applications are currently being accepted for the position of catering representative to assist catering business growth for all Schlotzsky's stores within the Atlanta and Athens market, according to the company's website.  Duties include cold calling potential clients and attending networking events. Click here for more details. How to apply: Submit an application online. This opportunity was posted on the company's career website on Feb. 10, 2013.
Employer: Oconee County Government Description: The Oconee County government is hiring for a part-time courthouse security screener to operate metal dectors and radios. Minimum qualifications: High school diploma or GED; supplemented by vocational/technical training in security, law enforcement, or a related field; supplemented by one (1) year previous experience and/or training involving security techniques and practices associated with government building security issues, as a law enforcement patrol officer, or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and …
Employer: Northeast Health District Description:  Applications are currently being accepted for multiple positions.  Click on the links below to learn more about each position. Epidemiology Operations Analyst (Athens) Patient Recuriter (Athens) WIC Administrative Assistant (Athens) Communicable Disease Specialist (Athens) Registered Nurse (Monroe)  How to apply: Follow the above links and submit applications online.  These job opportunities were found on Feb. 8, 2013. Some of the listed positions have an application deadline of Feb.15.
Employer: Oconee County Chamber of Commerce Description: The Chamber is currently seeking applications for the position of president. A full listing of the job description, including functions, duties and required knowledge, skills and abilities, can be found on the chamber website www.oconeechamber.org How to apply: Candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume with a list of references, a synopsis of accomplishments as it relates to this position and salary requirements. All candidates will be subject to a complete background check. Upon employment, the president will be required to…
Employer: The Home Depot  Description: Home Depot announced in a news release Wednesday that the company plans to hire 80,000 seasonal associates in preparation of the busiest shopping season for home improvements.  In a released statement, executive vice president for Human Resources Tim Crow said, "we find some of our best associates during our peak season, and many of them have built long, meaningful careers with us." Job opportunities range from part-time to full-time and are available on a market-by-market basis based on individual store needs and geographical variance in climate. The …
Employer: Fox's Pizza Den of Oconee Description: The restaurant is seeking front counter/customer service staff. Owner David Walton says previous experience necessary other than the ability to communicate effectively with customers and enjoy working and connecting with customers to help make their experience a fun and memorable event. How to apply: Interested individuals can contact 678-661-0220, complete an application, or submit a resume to info@foxspizzaoconee.com. Patch was notified about this opportunity on Feb. 4, 2013.
Employer: H&R Block Description: H&R Block is looking to hire a tax professional to work in the Athens area preparing returns and offering financial products to clients. Applicants "must have good verbal and written communication skills and effectively communicate in person." See more details. How to apply:  Build a profile and submit a resume and application online. This opportunity was found on Feb.1, 2013.
Employer: Oconee County Government Description: Oconee County Human Resources lists an open part-time position for Day Camp Counselor through the Parks and Recreation Department.  The website notes applicants must be at least 18. How to apply: Submit applications from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Oconee County Board of Commissioners' Human Resources Office at 23 North Main Street (Oconee County Courthouse), Room 203.  Applications may be downloaded online. Deadline: The website notes applications will be accepted until the job is filled.  The job lead was found on Jan. 31…
  West Walton Health Department in Loganville is hiring a clerk/program assistant. The general duties for the position are of a routine nature in support of management and staff consisting of greeting clients, collecting fees for service, answering phones, obtaining confidential information from clients, entering information into computer and filing paperwork as needed. Other duties as assigned. Excellent benefits, including 12 holidays, annual and sick leave, insurance and retirement. Hours: Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. High school graduate or GED, 1 year of clerical experience, good …
Employer: Oconee County Government Description: Oconee County is seeking a part-time assistant to work in the office of the Board of Commissioners.   Here's a list of minimum qualifications: High school diploma or GED; supplemented by college level course work or vocational training in clerical or secretarial skills; supplemented by three (3) to five (5) years previous experience and/or training that includes clerical or secretarial work, with some computer experience preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills…
Employer: RaceTrac Description:  Applications are currently being accepted for the following store management and associate positions at the Monroe Highway location: Store Associate Store Management To apply for positions at the store located at 2625 Atlanta Highway in Athens, click on these links: Store Associate  Store Management How to apply:  Submit applications online through the above links. These opportunites were found via indeed.com on Jan. 28, 2013. See also: Video: RaceTrac on Monroe Highway Opens for Business Opening Soon: RaceTrac on Monroe Highway Topping off the New Oconee …
Employer: Oconee County Government Description: Applications are presently being accepted for the full-time position of General Services Technician with the Oconee County Road Department.  The minimum qualifications are as follows: High school diploma or GED; supplemented by 5 to 11 months previous experience and/or training involving manual labor or maintenance work in the area assigned; or any equivalent combination of education, training, andexperience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. See…
Employer: Oconee County Government Description: Oconee County Human Resources lists a new, part-time position available for an Economic Development Assistant.  The minimum qualifications are as follows: A minimum of an Associate’s degree is required; relevant work experience is also necessary to establish that the candidate possesses the skills necessary to undertake the job; ability to learn and be able to convey information that is beneficial to businesses; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for …
  Child Care center in Walnut Grove hiring for a full-time lead teacher position and part-time assistant teachers. Lead teachers MUST  posses a minimum of a CDA, TCC or Associates degree in ECC or related field. Assistant teachers MUST be at least 18yrs of age or older.  Have a high school diploma/GED and child care experience is preferred.   All applicants must be energetic, outgoing, creative, organized, have a great attitude and a passion to work with children. You will need to be able to implement lesson plans and provide a supportive & fun environment. Please call 770-786-1587 to …
Employer: Oconee County Board of Education Description: A custodian is needed at a location within the school system to be determined. Qualifications include: 1. Demonstrates aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities. 2. Basic literacy skills (High School or GED preferred) 3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may findappropriate and acceptable For more information, click here. How to Apply: Fill out an application for a classified, non-certified position (found on-line), and submit it to the Human Resources department. Applicants should submit confidential …
Employer: Pediatric Primary Care and Sports Medicine Description: Resumes are currently being accepted for an experienced Medical Assistant with X-ray experience. Previous Pediatric or Family Medicine clinical experience required. A minimum of two years experience is needed. Previous EMR/EHR experience a plus. Competitive salary. This is a part-time position to become a full-time position. Job duties include (but are not limited to): Vitals, health histories, administer vaccines, document in GRITS and EMR, manage vaccine and DME inventory, perform various lab specimen tests, order labs, …
Employer: Athens Regional Health System Description: Applications are being accepted for the following positions: Nurse Practitioner DRG Program Clinical Documentation Specialist Sonographer I Clinical Supervisor (2245) Receptionist Registered Nurse Special Procedures Technologist I Preadmission Reviewer, RN Access Counselor I Therapist, RRT Surgery & Anesthesia Services Scheduler Security Transportation Officer How to apply: For more detailed job descriptions and to submit an application online, follow the links above.  These opportunitues were found via indeed.com on Jan 20, 2013.
Employer:  Oconee County Board of Education Description: Applications are now being accepted for the position of Chief Financial Officer to succeed Randy Morrison, who has decided to leave at the end of the current fiscal year. The start date will be July 1, 2013. How to Apply: Visit the school system's website and print the certified application.  Mail the completed application and a letter of interest to: Human Resources, Oconee County Schools, PO Box 146, Watkinsville, GA 30677. Deadline: Feb. 15 or until filled. The job opportunity was found on the school system's website on Jan. 18, 2013.
Employer: Chili's on Alps Road in Athens Description:  Applications are currently being accepted for multiple positions.  Click on the links below to learn more about each position. Server Line Cook  To Go Specialist Host How to apply: Follow the above links and submit applications online.  These job opportunities were found through indeed.com on Jan. 16, 2012.

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