City of Decatur

Celebrating the people who keep our city running strong—Happy Government Finance Professionals Week! 🎉 This week, we recognize the dedicated professionals who work behind the scenes to ensure financial integrity, transparency, and responsible stewardship of public resources. Your work is essential to building trust, supporting our employees, and strengthening the services we provide to our community. Employees below right to left Russ Madison Javonne Harris Rosalyn Lee Michelle Gary Joe Ann Cohen Jermaine Fitzpatrick Tammy Washington

This time last week, we celebrated our employees during Employee Appreciation Day. The City of Decatur would not be what it is without each and every one of our team members. Thank you for always showing up and giving your best. During the City’s Employee Appreciation Luncheon, we recognized those who reached service milestones. The following individuals were acknowledged: 5 years - Abraham Duran, Aileen de la Torre, Andrew Abbassi, Cornell Grant, Dajane Martin, Gwendolyn R. Blackwell, Joshua Suddith, Kay Evonavich, Kendall Stephens, LaNeta Johnson, Michelle Gary, Pamela Dove, Rashawn Jackson, Robert Rogers, Teresa de Castro, Terimiah King, Tracy Carter 10 years - Angela Threadgill, Courtney Jackson, Deandre Smith, Gregory Reihing, Jacqueline R. Moore, James Hutley, Joe Ann Cohen, Johnny Johnson, Larry Copeland, Lashawna Bussey, Lillie Johnson, Michael Johns, Sherry Jackman 15 years - Durell Coleman, Jabari Cole, John Bender, Justin Sardine 20 years - Anthony Thompson, Darius Wilbern, Deratae Harris, Robert Lindsey 25 years - Antranette Robinson, Che Gresham, Timothy Karoyi Congratulations, everyone!

Meet the faces behind the posts, updates, and alerts! Today, the City of Decatur is celebrating Government Communicators Day by recognizing the people who make up our dedicated communications team. Thank you for working hard every day to turn complex information into clear updates, make inclusivity a priority, and get important news out fast. Shoutout to Renae, LaTasha, Ashley, Molly, Gael, Dajhea, Jackie, and Jazzmin for always putting our community first. Not featured in the video but always part of the team: Police Department's PIO Lt. Bender. Happy Government Communicators Day! #GovCommsDay 3CMA

The City of Decatur Fire Department is currently hiring firefighters! Join our team of skilled and dedicated firefighters for the opportunity to serve the Decatur community while upholding the department’s high standards for safety and public service.  City of Decatur firefighters receive a $3,000 signing incentive, along with our full benefits package that includes pension, supplemental retirement, paid leave, and access to a range of employee support programs.  Our firefighters have the opportunity to earn respected individual and specialized designations, and the City actively supports those efforts through paid training and time off for professional development. Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a minimum age of 18, and candidates must be either EMT-, firefighter-certified, or both. If you have one certification but not the other, the City is willing to sponsor whatever certification you're missing while paying you during your training. Our team plays a key role in community risk reduction through inspections, building codes, and prevention efforts that keep residents safe. As a result of our intentional efforts, we may not respond to a high volume of fires, but our EMS calls save lives every day. Decatur's Fire Department also holds an impressive ISO Class 2 fire protection rating. This role goes beyond emergency response. You’ll make a meaningful impact by connecting directly with the community through hands-on education and engaging City activities.  Decatur firefighters receive a starting salary ranging from $50,856 to $53,435 with opportunities for periodic 2.5% step increases. If you have your EMT-A and firefighter certification, you may be eligible to be boosted to the next pay level. Ready to make a difference? Apply now at decaturga.com/jobs .

Celebrating Excellence in Parks & Recreation 🏆 We’re proud to recognize our 2025 Parks & Recreation Award Recipients—an incredible group of staff and community members whose dedication, leadership, and service make a lasting impact in Decatur. 👏 Volunteer of the Year: Micah Hall 💡 Innovation Award: Dezirae Cooper 🌟 Rising Star Award: Noah Brown 🤝 Frontline Service Award: Lillie Johnson 💪 Above & Beyond the Call of Duty: Virginia Atchinson 🏅 Greg White Service Award: Jonathon Holloman 🏆 Employee of the Year: Dajane Martin Thank you for your commitment to serving our community and helping Parks & Recreation thrive. Please join us in congratulating the 2025 Decatur Parks & Recreation award winners!

In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we are closed on Monday, January 19th. We will resume operations on Tuesday, January 20th.

We're #hiring a new Deputy Director of Public Works in Decatur, Georgia. Apply today or share this post with your network.

We're #hiring a new Revenue Officer in Decatur, Georgia. Apply today or share this post with your network.

We're #hiring a new Aquatics Supervisor in Decatur, Georgia. Apply today or share this post with your network.

We look forward to seeing you in the new year! We are closed Thursday, January 1 and will resume regular operations on Friday, January 2nd.