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Our next job fair is scheduled for August 22 at the Performing Arts Center in Evans. We are changing up the location as well as the times. We will welcome job seekers from 10 am - 1 pm insidethePAClobby.
Several county departments will be participating in order to find the best applicants for available positions with the county.
Employees can earn a day of PTO by referring new hires to us. After the new hire works a year of service, the referring employee accrues the extra day of PTO. You are our best recruiters, so help us cast a widenetandgetagoodcrowd toattendourjobfair!
Over the course of the year, many employees change addresses, phone numbers, add/delete emergency contacts from their profile, etc. We use this information for a variety of reasons, so please log in to Employee Self Service and make sure your personal information is updated.
Employee Spotlight
Name: Kyle Titus
Department: Engineering Services
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How long have you worked with Columbia County: 4 years
What City/State were your born in? Columbia, South Carolina
Immediate family: I've been married to my wife, Hamer (pronounced “Heymer” not “Hammer”), for 12 years and we have two sons, Graham (8) and Camden (6).
Favorite hobby outside of work? Coaching youth baseball
Favorite movie? Tombstone
Favorite Singer/Performer: No favorite. I enjoy most all music. Just depends on the day.
Favorite Sports Team: I have a love/hate relationship with the South Carolina Gamecocks.
Biggest Influence in life: My dad
If you had one thing to do over in life, what would it be? Embrace school
What is something unique about yourself? I'm a descendant of Arthur Middleton, one of the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you want to go? Rome, Italy
What is one thing you can’t live without? Oxygen
Cartoon Character you’d like swap lives with? Kristo
Favorite Restaurant? Taco Bell
What was your first job? Worked for my dad in construction and did whatever he told me to do - operated equipment, shoveled curb, shot grade, serviced equipment, laid storm pipe, threw roots, whatever needed to be done.
If you could snap your fingers and become an expert in anything what would it be? Engineering Services Division Director
Favorite Quote: "If the highest aim of a captain were to preserve his ship, he would never leave port." - Thomas Aquinas
Worst fad you participated in? If by "worst" you mean "best", I’ve got to go with the puka shell necklace and bleached hair in high school.
College Intern Spotlight
Name: Campbell Robertson
College: GA Southern University
Year of Study: Sophomore
Major: Construction Management
County Department: Facilities Design & Construction
What I hope to learn: I hope to learn all the different aspects that go into construction.
What has surprised you the most? How everybody knows everybody’s job, so they can help each other out when need be.
What are you learning that can be used for your career goals?
I am learning all the behind the scenes of construction including the bidding process and the hiring process.
What advice do you have for future interns: My advice to future county interns would be to listen as much as you can. Each person is an expert in their own department and gives great advice.
After graduation, would you consider working for the county government? Yes...everyone works so well together.
AUGUST 1
2024 Holiday & Pay Period Calendar
Holiday & Pay Period Calendar
Financial Planning Webinars:
How to Pay Off and Prevent Debt
Wednesday, August 7 at 1:00 PM EST
Are you concerned about your level of debt? You’re not alone. Here we look at some guiding principles of dealing with debt, how to attack paying it off, and, perhaps more importantly, discuss the importance of preventing it from happening in the first place..
The Importance of Long-Term Care Planning in Retirement
Wednesday, August 14 at 1:00 PM EST
According to the federal government, a majority of people over age 65 will need some type of long-term health care, with a significant number of people needing care in a nursing home. Learn how you can plan for this expense.
How Health Can Affect Your Wealth in Retirement
Wednesday, August 21 at 1:00 PM EST
An in-depth look into the many different aspects of planning and preparing for unexpected (and expected) healthcare costs in retirement, including Medicare and Long-Term Care considerations.
Social Security: Understanding Your Retirement Benefit Options
Wednesday, August 28 at 1:00 PM EST
As you near retirement, one of the biggest financial decisions to make is when to begin receiving Social Security benefits. With pensions disappearing, Social Security remains the major source of guaranteed lifetime retirement income for most Americans, so it’s important to explore your options and make an informed decision.
Need to increase your 457(b) contribution?
Need help with the tuition reimbursement program?
Give HR a call and we will help you!
Upcoming Dates
August 22 Job Fair, 10am - 1pm at the Performing Arts Center (PAC)
August 28 Employee & Retiree Service Recognition Program, 3pm at the PAC
Sept. 2 Labor Day Holiday
Sept. 11* Appraisal Training for Supervisors, 3pm at the Hardin
Sept. 12* Appraisal Training for Supervisors, 9am at the Hardin
*Supervisors attending one of the two trainings above will be sent a registration link closer to the respective dates.
