DeKalb County Human Resources

Congratulations to the 38 dedicated DeKalb County employees who graduated from the Bright Futures Leadership Development Program! 🎓✨

Run by our Human Resources Department in partnership with Columbus State University’s Leadership Institute, this program equips leaders with the tools to strengthen cross-departmental partnerships and drive our vision forward.

As DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson shared with our graduates: "Developing yourself while continuing to lead others takes dedication. I want you to know that your effort is seen, your service is valued, and your leadership matters."

Thank you for your commitment to growth and service. The future of DeKalb is bright! 🌟

✨ Building connections, inspiring growth, and leading with purpose! 💼🤝

The HR Manager Retreat was a great opportunity to connect, collaborate, share ideas, and strengthen our commitment to supporting our people and driving organizational success. Grateful for the teamwork, fresh perspectives, and dedication that make our HR team stronger.

Together, we lead, inspire, and grow! 🌟

Our upcoming job fair is fast approaching on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, and spots are filling up fast!

Check out the video from our CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson to hear more about what to expect and make sure to secure your spot today.

Registration Link:
https://ertd.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/events

DeKalb County Job Fair 2026 Produced by DCTV (DeKalb County Television) Channel 23, this promo ...

HR Tip of the Week!

Clear communication creates stronger teams. When in doubt, communicate!

Exciting news—DeKalb County is up for the honor! 🎉

DeKalb County has been named a finalist for its innovative eldercare program, which supports employees with routine, non-medical caregiving needs. Now, we need your support!

💚💙 Let’s show our DeKalb pride and cast your vote!

Simply:

Scan the QR code on the flyer below.
Go to Item 7 and vote for DeKalb County.
Select Done at the bottom to submit your vote.
🗓️ Voting closes Friday, August 28, 2026.

Every vote counts! Take a moment to show your support and help DeKalb County earn this recognition.

Vote DeKalb! 💚💙

Huge thanks to Director Allen Mitchell for hosting the DeKalb County Human Resources Department! We truly appreciate your hospitality and support. It was incredible to learn firsthand about the diverse ways your team supports county operations every single day—from managing grants and overseeing demolitions to conducting environmental checks.

HR Tip of the Week!

Consistency builds trust. Treat similar situations with the same level of fairness.

We continue our Employee Spotlight series by recognizing the dedicated employees who serve with excellence and play an important role in helping our organization better serve our community.

Today, we’re proud to spotlight Katherine Furlong and celebrate her commitment, contributions, and the positive impact she makes each day. Thank you, Katherine, for your dedication and service! 🌟

We're excited to celebrate the incredible people who make our organization stronger every day through our Employee Spotlight Series! 🌟

This week, we're proud to spotlight Jadia Haynes, our Interim HR & Merit System Director, for her dedication and leadership. 👏 Join us in congratulating Jadia in the comments and stay tuned as we continue recognizing the amazing team members who help drive our success!