Public Safety Agencies host Career Fair
Press Release February 7, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, Fire Department and 911 Center along with the Forsyth County Chamber will host a career fair on Saturday, Feb. 12, for individuals interested in learning more about starting or continuing a career in public safety.
The event will take place from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Forsyth Conference Center (3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd.) on the campus of Lanier Technical College.
“Public safety is more than a job; it’s a calling and the backbone of our community,” said Forsyth County Emergency Management Agency Director Chris Grimes. “If you are passionate about making a difference in your community and in the lives of others, a career in public safety could be the perfect fit for you. In addition to a rewarding career, Forsyth County offers exceptional benefits, including healthcare and generous retirements plans.”
A range of job openings are available with the Sheriff’s Office, Fire Department and 911 Center. Staff from each agency and the Forsyth Chamber will be on hand ready to discuss job duties, career qualifications and the benefits of working within Forsyth County and public safety.
All members of the public interested in learning more are welcome, and registration is not required. Career opportunities through Forsyth County government, including opportunities within the Fire Department and 911 Center, can be found by clicking here https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/forsyth?page=1
Career opportunities within the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office can be found by clicking here https://www.forsythsheriffcareers.com/careers
County Public Safety hosts Trunk or Treat at Cumming Fairgrounds
Featured Stories, News September 19, 2021
PRESS RELEASE
CUMMING, Ga. – Forsyth County Public Safety will host a Halloween safety event from 6 to 9 p.m at Cumming Fairgrounds on Oct. 23.
Local families are invited to the family-friendly Trunk or Treat Safety Event in the main parking lot (260 Castleberry Road), on the east side of Castleberry Rd.
“Trunk or Treat is a fun event and is also an opportunity to share important safety information surrounding Halloween activities,” said Fire Chief Barry Head. “The fire department looks forward to Trunk or Treat every year and takes a great deal of pride in the safety education that is provided to the community.”
The purpose of the event is for children to have fun while learning about Halloween safety including costume safety, pedestrian safety, stranger danger, stop-drop-roll demonstrations and more. Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes to Trunk or Treat.
Admission is one bag of unopened candy per family. While safety remains the focus of the event, the Forsyth County Fire Department is also inviting local businesses and nonprofit organizations to participate. Those interested in taking part must apply by Friday, Oct. 15. There are two ways to participate – by trunk, where candy is handed out to children from the decorated trunk of a vehicle, or by having a booth, where a free interactive activity or giveaway is available for children in attendance.
Those interested in participating can also contact Fire Prevention Training Officer Erin Long at (770) 205-4688 or by email at [email protected]