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Job searching? Here are the highest paying government jobs in Columbus

Columbus, GA has some great, high-paying employment opportunities right now.
Columbus, GA has some great, high-paying employment opportunities right now.

If you are in need of a job or looking to start a new career in the Columbus area, keep reading.

Columbus has plenty of new and exciting employment opportunities listed on their Human Resources page; from administrative positions, officer positions and even an electrician opening, finding the right fit is sure to happen in Columbus.

Of course, we all have bills to pay, so let’s not waste any time. Let’s talk numbers.

Here are the highest paying open positions:

Planning Director (Planning and Development)

Full-Time

Salary: $106,228, annually

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, geography or a similar field and a master’s degree is preferred. Extensive knowledge of land use planning and transportation is needed, as this role will be directing the overall administration for the Columbus Consolidated Government.

Internal Auditor/Compliance Officer

Full-Time

Salary: $93,890, annually

This role will plan and conduct internal reviews and audits to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, management or a related field. Applicants must be a licensed CPA or equivalent and have five or more years of experience in internal audits, fraud examination or forensic accounting.

Waste Disposal and Recycling Manager

Full-Time

Salary: $66,448, annually

A bachelor’s degree and a valid driver’s license is required for this position. Applicants must also meet certain physical requirements such as lift objects, climb ladders and work in hot or cold environments/inclement weather.

Solid Waste and Recycling Collections Manager

Full-Time

Salary: $66,448, annually

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, public administration, business administration or a similar field. Similar to the waste disposal position, this role also requires a valid driver’s license and physical ability to lift light to heavy objects.

Urban Forestry and Beautification Manager

Full-Time

Salary: $66,448, annually

Applicants for this position must have knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, including goal setting, program budget development and implementation. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in urban forestry, horticulture, landscape, forestry or a related field. A valid driver’s license and an ISA (International Society of Arboricultural) certification is also required.

This story was originally published May 19, 2022 at 5:00 AM.

Chelsea Madden
The Telegraph
Chelsea is a service journalism reporter who began working for McClatchy in 2022. She was born and raised in Middle Georgia and lives in Forsyth. She attended Wesleyan College for undergrad and a few years after that, went to SCAD for an MFA in writing. Outside of work, Chelsea likes to watch Netflix, read books in the thriller genre and chase her toddler around.
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