A new year could equal a new government career in Atlanta — even if you don't have a bachelor's degree. Click the job titles below to learn more about five current opportunities in Atlanta as shared by USAJobs.gov and the City of Atlanta.
Department of Public Works
What it is: Executive assistant
What you do: Plan and coordinate department meetings, manage routine correspondence, conduct special administrative or office operations projects, answer phone calls and emails. Administrative assistants also process mail and maintain department files.
What you need: A high school diploma or GED along with 1 to 3 years of progressively responsible clerical, secretarial or administrative experience. Applicants with 3 to 5 years of experience and an associate's degree in secretarial science are preferred.
Department of Aviation
What it is: Airport security systems assistant
What you do: Provide assistance to customers by answering questions, researching and responding to problems. Process fingerprints, vehicle permits, access media and facilitate security awareness training classes. Prepare statistical reports and data management updates.
What you need: A high school diploma or GED and six months of security experience.
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Department of Planning and Community Development
What it is: Combination inspector
What you do: Inspects the quality of work in the construction, alteration, or repair of commercial, industrial and residential buildings.
What you need: A high school diploma or GED and two years of relevant experience.
Department of Watershed Management
What it is: Heavy equip operator
What you do: Acts in place of supervisor in his or her absence. May oversee the activities of crews including giving instructions to crew members, training other equipment operators and planning and organizing daily work routine.
What you need: A high school diploma or GED and three years of relevant experience.
Department of Public Works
What it is: Traffic signal technician
What you do: Coordinates and performs the repair, replacement and installation of traffic signal and intelligent transportation systems.
What you need: A high school diploma or GED and four years of experience in the field.