About
Garrett County Human Resources is the department that recruits and supports the people who work for Garrett County government. Its office is in Room 206 at 203 South Fourth Street in downtown Oakland, the county's main government address, and it is the place to start if you are looking for a county job.
Finding a County Job
Garrett County government employs nearly 400 people in full-time, part-time and contractual roles, and current openings are posted on the department's Job Openings page. To apply, you submit an employment application along with a resume, either online through the county's Employment Opportunities self-service portal or on a paper application you can download from the county website. The county is an equal opportunity employer and publishes its Equal Employment Opportunity Plan.
What the Department Handles
- Hiring, job postings and applications
- Compensation and HR policies
- Employee and retirement benefits
- Workers' compensation claims and employee injury reports
- Employee relations, wellness, and training and development
Benefits at a Glance
The county lists a county-subsidized health plan for employees and their families, vision and dental coverage, a flexible spending account, long-term disability and life insurance, deferred compensation, a pension plan, paid holidays and leave, an employee assistance program and educational assistance. These are worth knowing if you are weighing a public-sector job in the county.
If you have a question about a posted position, the office can help by phone or email.
Address
203 S 4th St #206, Oakland, MD 21550