Human Resources

Welcome! The Human Resources Department handles the centralized functions of all recruitment, application, on-boarding, and personnel needs of Ware County Government offices. That includes benefits administration, policy management and administration, employee relations and recognition programs.

Theresa Young, CHRM

Human Resources Director

Manages and directs all the activities of the Human Resources Office. Administers personnel policies for the County. Prepares job advertisements and handles on-boarding and orientation for new hires. Maintains all personnel records. Administers insurance and benefits programs and answers policy questions. Manages claims filing for benefits and worker's compensation programs. Handles management of the County retirement system. Administers the County wellness programs and serves as chair of the wellness committee. Works in conjunction with all County departments to provide personnel services to the employees of Ware County.

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Shumekia Brown

Human Resources Assistant

Provides general front-line assistance; assists the HR Director with the daily functions of the Human Resources Office.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Ware County Board of Commissioners is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

E-Verify Compliance

Ware County Board of Commissioners is an E-Verify Employer:

  • E-Verify Account: 128174
  • Authorization Date: June 17, 2008

Quick Contacts

  • Physical Address:
    305 Oak Street, Suite 227
    Waycross, GA 31501
  • ‍Mailing Address:
    ATTN: Human Resources
    305 Oak Street, Suite 227
    Waycross, GA 31501
  • ‍Phone: (912) 287-4333
  • ‍Fax: (912) 287-2494
  • ‍Hours of Operation:
    Monday—Friday
    8am—5pm

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Human Resources

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