City of Fort Valley, GA

Human Resources


Dianne Woodson,
Human Resources Director 
dwoodson@fortvalleyga.org

Phone:
(478) 825-8261

Physical Address:
204 West Church Street
Fort Valley, GA 31030

Department Hours:
Monday – Friday
(Except Holidays)
8AM – 5PM

The Department of Human Resources serves the City of Fort Valley by seeking the best-qualified team members. The City’s intent is to strive to make sure everyone has the right tools to operate efficiently and effectively while ultimately maintaining fair and transparent employment practices. The City of Fort Valley prides itself in being the City “Where Caring is a Way of Life” because, for us, each and every employee IS and ALWAYS WILL BE “The Life” of our City.

Current Employment Opportunities

Completed employment applications may be submitted in person, mailed to The City of Fort Valley, P.O. Box 956, Fort Valley, GA  31030, e-mailed to dwoodson@fortvalleyga.org, or faxed to  (478) 825-8261. The City of Fort Valley is a certified drug-free workplace. All job applicants and employees are subject to testing.

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE: City of Fort Valley seeking City Administrator position

The City of Fort Valley, Georgia, is seeking a highly competent, qualified candidate with the passion, management experience, and technical prowess to serve as its City Administrator. Fort Valley is a full-service city, including progressive and professional fire and police departments and an innovative city-owned utility service, serving approximately 8,800 residents with an annual budget of […]

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE: City of Fort Valley seeking City Clerk position

The City of Fort Valley, Georgia, is seeking a qualified and dedicated professional to serve as its City Clerk. The City Clerk is the official record keeper and custodian of municipal documents and administers the City’s legislative processes. Appointed by and accountable to the Mayor and City Council, this position ensures transparency, legal compliance, and […]

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE: City of Fort Valley seeking Chief of Police position

The City of Fort Valley is seeking a qualified professional for the position of Chief of Police. This position is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing all activities of the Fort Valley Police Department. This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Police Department, supervising personnel to respond to emergencies and routine […]

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE: City of Fort Valley seeking Fire Chief position

The City of Fort Valley is seeking a qualified professional for the position of Fire Chief. This position is responsible for all department operations, including fire administration, fire prevention, fire suppression, investigation efforts, and emergency medical service. The Fire Chief shall supervise all personnel under his/her command such that those personnel meet the requirements of […]

Employment Opportunity: Planning Zoning / Business License Officer – Deadline Friday, February 6, 2026

Please summit your employment application and/or resume to the dwoodson@fortvalleyga.org. Click HERE to view Job Description. The City of Fort Valley is a certified drug-free workplace. All job applicants and employees are subject to testing.




E-Verify is an internet-based system that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The city has been a participant since 2007.

  • Company ID number is #138880

It is the policy of the City of Fort Valley to provide equal opportunity to any applicant or employee. Employment with the City is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age disability, or pregnancy. Exceptions may be made where a specific age, sex, or physical requirement constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification necessary to proper and efficient administration. It is the intention of the City to fully comply with all applicable federal laws; as such, the government will not discriminate against qualified individuals on the basis of a disability in consideration of any terms and conditions of employment or in admission and access to programs, services, and activities. In achieving compliance, the government may provide reasonable accommodations to enable an otherwise qualified employee to perform the essential requirements of his or her job.

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