Fulltime

Posting Date: August 24, 2026

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Overview
City of Vidalia is seeking qualified applicants for the vacant position of Assistant City Marshall. The selected candidate will assist the City Marshall/Building Inspector in the functions of the department.

Key Responsibilities
• Patrol the entire city looking for code/ordinance violations. Notify the tenants/owners/residents of violations by placing notices on doors and by other means.
• Assemble case file for each new case to include notes detailing the visit, violation, and contact. Print photos of the violations and notices.
• Conduct follow-up visits to prior open cases to ensure that compliance is achieved. Document the status of cases. Conduct research and other various duties regarding case management.
• Conduct inspections and determine whether a residence is dilapidated. Work with the property owners to ensure a resolution to include securing, restoring, or demolition of the structure.
• When demolition of structures is needed, assure that the proper avenues are followed to get the structure demolished to include utility disconnect, asbestos inspection, and bids. Monitor demolition.
• Conduct pay pile and illegal dumping inspections and determines the correct avenues to get the issues resolved to include working with the Public Works Department.
• Prepare cases to present before Municipal Court. Ensure all relevant information has been collected, is accurate, and documented. Present relevant information to the case during the hearing.
• Perform other related duties.

Minimum Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• More than three years of related experience required.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Willing to become GACE certified – Level I, within two years of hire date.

Compensation and Benefits
Pay Range: $47,000 annually

Benefits: Employer paid Health Insurance and Life Insurance.
Also offer Dental, Vision, Additional Life, 457 and Roth Retirement Plan, Short-Term and Long-Term Insurance, Accident Insurance for Employee and family members.
Eleven (11) paid holidays each year. Employer paid pension plan through Georgia Municipal Association.

How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a completed application, resume, and any required supporting documents to Marsha Stone/HR by emailing a City of Vidalia application or personal resume.
Email: mstone@vidaliaga.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer
City of Vidalia is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process and employment.