Employment Opportunities

Putnam County General Sessions and Juvenile Court Judges Office

Job Opening – Youth Services Officer – I

Starting salary - $36,500

Job Summary: As quoted by T.C.A. 37-1-106

(1) Intake duties including receiving and examining complaints and allegations of delinquency and unruly behavior for the purpose of considering the commencement of proceedings;

            (2) Counseling;

(3) Record keeping and transmitting information as required by this part or by law to the Tennessee Commission of Children and Youth or the office of the executive secretary of the Tennessee Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges;

            (4) Make investigations, reports and recommendations to the judge having juvenile jurisdiction;

            (5) Make appropriate referrals to other public or private agencies;

            (6) Make predisposition studies and submit reports and recommendations to the court as required;

(7) Perform other functions as directed by the court or by law including, but not limited to, those set out in T.C.A. § 37-1-105;

Continued Responsibilities from T.C.A. 37-1-105

            (1) Make investigations, reports and recommendations to the juvenile court;

(2) Receive and examine complaints and charges delinquency, unruly conduct of dependency and neglect of a child for the purpose of considering the commencement of proceedings under this part;

(3) Supervise and assist a child placed on probation or in such probation officer’s protective supervision or care by order of the court or other authority of law;

(4) Make appropriate referrals to other public or private agencies of the community if their assistance appears to be needed or desirable;

(5) Take into custody and detain a child who is under such probation officer’s supervision or care as a delinquent, unruly or dependent and neglected child if the probation officer, or other designated officers of the court, have reasonable cause to believe that the child’s health of safety is in imminent danger, or that such child may abscond or be removed from the jurisdiction of the court, or when ordered by the court pursuant to this part. Except as provided by this part, a probation officer, or other designated officer of the court, does not have the powers of a law enforcement officer. Such probation officer, or other designated officer of the court, may not conduct accusatory proceedings under this part against a child who is or may be under such officer’s care or supervision; and

(6) Perform all other functions designated by this part or by order of the court pursuant thereto.

(7) Any of the foregoing functions may be performed in another state if authorized by the court of this state and permitted by the laws of the other state.

Job Summary Continued:

            (1) Prepare special orders pertaining to court order programs;

            (2) Update and manage cases for compliance of court orders;

            (3) Issue processes of contempt for YSO’s, Probation Officers, and Judges;

            (4) Assist Intake Officer and other YSO’s in managing the progress of each juvenile offender;

            (5) Oversees Court Action Reports (DL suspensions) and the Drug Free Youth Act.

            (6) Assist offenders in reinstating their driving privileges;

            (7) File necessary orders and forms with the GS/Juvenile Clerk;

            (8) Update and maintain social history information;

(9) Manage and Maintain Foster Care Review Board as set out by T.C.A. § 37-2-404-406 under the direction of the Programs YSO.

            (10) Manage referrals to the office via phone and window;

(11) Participate in other community service committees as required by T.C.A. or local government.

(12) Will be on call to Municipal, County and State Agencies for Putnam County. (On call may mean (7) days per week (24) hours per day including holidays and vacation days.

Required Knowledge and Abilities:

Employee: Required to have a background check acceptable to the Juvenile Judge of Putnam County and must be free of creating conflicts regarding cases being heard by the Judges.

Qualifications:

Employee must be 21 years of age and be a United States Citizen.

Job requires a minimum of 20 hours college credit with prior social services experience.

Must be proficient in MS Excel, Word and related software, be willing to learn and problem solve in difficult situations.

Essential Functions:

Employee must be able to speak publicly in a courtroom setting with a good understanding of writing court orders and filling out paperwork. Employee must have good communication skills and must not be intimidated by other people in hostile situations. Employee may be required to do other office duties to maintain normal function and operation of the office due to lack of personnel or emergency situations.

Please email resume to Court Administrator, Greg Bowman.   

greg.bowman@putnamcountytn.gov

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Putnam County Parks and Recreation Department’s in providing dedicated, courteous, and respectful service to enhance the quality of life for community residents, workers, and visitors.

The primary duties of a pool lifeguard are prevention, enforcing pool rules, responding to emergencies and diligently applying specialized observation techniques.

A Lifeguard at Putnam County Parks and Recreation Department creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with the department’s policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintains active surveillance of the pool area to prevent drowning and other aquatic injuries.
2. Responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with Putnam County Parks and Recreation’s policies, procedures; completes related reports as required.
3. Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
4. Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
5. Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.
6. Performs all secondary duties in a timely manner as required for each shift.
7. Performs all lifeguard duties, including ability to lift people out of pool, perform CPR, use AED, scan pool to ensure safety of participants.
8. Maintains accurate records as required by the Putnam County Parks and Recreation Department and/or the state health department code.
9. Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
10. Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving and for the duration of the shift.
11. Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.
12. Attends Staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prefer lifeguards 18 years of age and older; minimum age of 16
• Certifications: Red Cross Professional Lifeguard or equivalent (must include CPR/AED, First Aid)
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with standards

Circuit Court Clerk’s Office- Position opening for Deputy Clerk 1

Beginning Salary: $31,050-$34,050 depending on education and experience 

The Circuit Court Clerk’s office is accepting resumes for an entry level position, of Deputy Clerk 1. This position entails working at the front window assisting the public and performing general clerical duties. This position is often times the initial point of contact with the public. Applicants must be able to assist the public in a friendly and courteous manner. This job will include accepting payments, answering phones, accepting and processing passport applications, and the processing/issuance of court documents such as subpoenas/warrants/summons, etc. Applicants must agree to become certified as a Passport Acceptance Agent within 6 months of hire date and pass a background check. Must have excellent customer service skills and be detail oriented. Applicants must have the ability to multi-task, have a good working knowledge of computers, and be able to work in a fast paced environment. Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Experience in Microsoft Word and Excel is a plus. Applicants may drop off a resume at the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office, 421 East Spring Street, Room 1C, 49A, Cookeville, TN 38501, or email to: Jennifer.wilkerson@putnamcountytn.gov. Resumes will be accepted until Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 4:00pm

Putnam County Fire Department

Qualifications: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid Tennessee Driver’s License. Must be a legal resident of Putnam County or possess a waiver approved by the Fire Chief. Applicants will be required to complete a 16 hour Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services course in-house upon acceptance to the fire department. Upon completion of the 16 hour Introduction course, applicants must pass the department’s physical agility test, a pre-employment drug screening, and a background check before actively performing in fire department functions. Within one year of completing the Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services course, applicants will be required to complete a 64 hour Basic Firefighting course in-house and a weekend Live Burn class at the Tennessee Fire Service and Codes Enforcement Academy. Volunteer Firefighters are also required to complete 40 hours of training annually with the Putnam County Fire Department.

Job Summary: Examples of work performed but not limited to: control and extinguish fires, perform forcible entry, search and rescue, respond to hazardous materials incidents, respond to alarms, perform station and equipment maintenance, participate in fire prevention and training activities, perform equipment checks and upkeep tasks, keep all equipment in a state of readiness, participate in pre-fire planning, maintain and flow fire hydrants, make public presentations or conduct station tours on occasion, use a computer to enter data and generate reports, and perform related duties as required.

Essential Functions: Physical strength and ability to perform heavy labor and strenuous work for extended periods of time under extremely dangerous and uncomfortable conditions while wearing provided protective gear, including self-contained breathing apparatus, weighing in excess of sixty pounds or more. Must be able to lift up to one hundred pounds frequently, pull and drag hose, and force entry. Perform ventilation, climb ladders, work from heights, and perform rescues. Endure heat, cold, smoke, and exposure to hazardous materials. Requires fast response or reaction time, good hand-eye coordination to operate equipment and a good personality to interact with fellow personnel and the public.

Deadline for Applications: The Putnam County Fire Department is always accepting applications for Volunteer Firefighters. Once an application is submitted, it will be kept on file until a 16 hour Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services course is scheduled for PCFD. Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services classes are scheduled every three to six months at the Putnam County Fire Department based on the number of applications on file and other various factors.

Submit Applications to:

Putnam County Fire Department

700 County Services Dr

Cookeville, TN 38501

Questions Relating to this Position Should be Addressed to:

Chief Thomas Brown or Captain Coty Nash  PCFD non-emergency phone number: (931) 528-1200

Putnam County is an equal opportunity employer.

Putnam County EMS always accepts applications for part-time applicants.  Any open full-time positions are hired from our existing pool of part-time employees.  Applicant must be licensed as an EMT-B, AEMT, Paramedic, or Critical Care Paramedic in the state of Tennessee.  Before hire, an applicant must pass an agility test and do 2 observation rides.  We schedule multiple hiring cycles throughout the year.  We actively desire and recruit highly motivated and dependable personnel who are able to adapt to the constantly changing world of prehospital medicine.  If you believe you are up for the challenge, please apply here!