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Pickens County Fire-Rescue
Jasper, GA · Pickens County
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Department careers page ↗Pickens County Fire Rescue provides fire suppression, emergency medical response, and rescue services across unincorporated Pickens County, protecting residents and visitors from structure fires, vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, and hazardous conditions. The department is staffed by a combination of full-time, part-time, and volunteer firefighters spread across a mix of county-run and community volunteer stations, including dedicated volunteer companies at Bethany Salem, Hinton, and Yellow Creek.
Beyond emergency response, the department is active in fire prevention, community education, and disaster preparedness, coordinating closely with Pickens County E-911, Emergency Management, and the Fire Marshal's Office. Command staff includes multiple battalion chiefs alongside a dedicated EMS captain and training officer, reflecting the department's combined fire-and-EMS mission.
Hiring for Pickens County Fire Rescue is handled through Pickens County Human Resources, which manages recruitment, benefits, and personnel policy for all county departments, including Fire Rescue. Pickens County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and an acceptable criminal background check is required for all positions.
Requirements
- Acceptable criminal background check required for all positions
- Completed county employment application (resumes accepted only as a supplement, not a substitute)
Benefits
County benefits include Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and a retirement plan through ACCG (defined benefit or defined contribution depending on hire date).
What services does Pickens County Fire Rescue provide?
Fire suppression, emergency medical response, and rescue services throughout unincorporated Pickens County, plus fire prevention, community education, and disaster preparedness in coordination with E-911, Emergency Management, and the Fire Marshal's Office.
How do I request a fire incident or patient care report from Pickens County Fire Rescue?
Submit a written Fire and Rescue Open Records Request Form including the date and address of the incident (and the patient's name for PCR reports) to Fire and Rescue, 1266 East Church Street, Jasper, GA 30143, or by fax to 706-253-9002. A response is provided within three business days along with a statement of any allowable copying/search fees.