Employment

The Georgia Agricultural Exposition Authority, the governing board for the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter in Perry, Georgia, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Public Safety Director.

The Public Safety Director is responsible for ensuring the protection and security of the GNFA visitors, employees, facilities, and grounds. This position has direct supervisory control over the entire security department and assumes control over any additional officers during certain events.

The Public Safety Director must comply with generally accepted management and law enforcement practices as well as relevant State and Federal regulations. Such guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in their application.

Incumbent must be certified as a peace officer and possess an Associate’s Degree in criminal justice or a related field, with 5-7 years relevant work experience in a law enforcement or security position is required. However, a combination of education and experience may be used to meet minimum requirements.

Travel from office to other locations may be required. Further, the position may require an irregular work schedule and the performance of work assignments which may not be directly related to job specifications.

The GNFA offers a competitive salary, benefits plan and retirement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, submit a letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry, GA 31069 or email to employment@gnfa.com.Position may be applied for in person at GNFA administrative offices as well. Phone (478) 988-6477. Position will be open until filled

Electrician II - Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter

The Georgia Agricultural Exposition Authority, the governing board for the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter in Perry, Georgia, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Electrician II.

The Electrician II is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the electrical services as prescribed and shall perform within the electrical department guidelines, to include but not limited to: implementing preventive maintenance of electrical installations in all exhibit halls, barns, arenas, maintenance buildings and all other electrical distribution equipment on or belonging to the Georgia National Fairgrounds, monitoring operation techniques as to safety procedures, complying with equipment distribution requests, review required operation techniques, complete daily routine and/or event assignments as required and such other functions and duties as required. Position reports to the Electrical Superintendent.

Candidate should demonstrate technical expertise in the field of applied electrical service and have knowledge of all safety and electrical codes. The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent. Vocational training will receive preference. Three (3) years of electrical experience working as an electrician for an electrical contractor/company with exposure to 277/480 volt and 120/208 volt systems. The candidate should be able to perform with minimal supervision.

This position should require no travel. Further, the position will require an irregular work schedule to accommodate the needs of particular shows and events.

The GNFA offers a competitive salary, benefits plan and retirement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, submit a letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry, GA 31069 or email to employment@gnfa.com.Position may be applied for in person at GNFA administrative offices as well. Phone (478) 988-6477. Position will be open until filled.

General Laborer(s)- Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter

The Georgia Agricultural Exposition Authority, the governing board for the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter in Perry, Georgia, is seeking qualified candidates as General Laborer(s) to fill openings in our Operations, Maintenance and Landscaping departments.

General Laborers shall carry out duties assigned by the Department Head related to cleaning and maintaining commercial buildings and GNFA grounds; event setup and break-downs involving tables, chairs, and other equipment; maintain livestock and horse facilities; landscaping maintenance and other duties as directed by the Department Head(s).In addition, the qualified candidate will be able to perform assigned duties with minimal instruction and supervision.

This position should require no travel. Further, the position will require an irregular work schedule to accommodate the needs of particular shows and events.

The pay rate for this position is expected to be $12.00 per hour and includes a benefits plan and retirement. Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, print and complete the Employment Application posted on the website or pick up an application at our East Gate Guard Post. Completed applications may be submitted by mail to: Human Resources, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry, GA 31069; email to employment@gnfa.com; or by returning to the East Gate Guard Post. Phone (478) 988-6477.Position(s) will be open until filled.