The Board of Commissioners of Dougherty County, Georgia will make appointments to the following listed Boards. Candidates should submit a letter of interest and/or resume by 5 pm February 11, 2026 to County Clerk Jawahn Ware, [email protected]. Please call 229-302-3002 for additional details.

DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENT DISABILITIES REGIONAL 4– One (1) appointment. This appointment will fill an unexpired three-year term ending December 31, 2027. The purpose of this Board is to plan and oversee a network of public mental health, developmental disabilities, addictive diseases, and prevention services for 41 counties. This Board meets bi-monthly on the 2nd Tuesday from 1-3pm. at various locations. Submission to County Clerk must state the disability area represented. An application must be submitted. Contact the Deputy County Clerk to view eligibility information.

ELECTRICAL BOARD - Four (4) appointments. The appointments will fill a one year term ending December 31, 2026. The purpose of this Board is to consider all matters related to electrical installations, including alterations, repairs, and equipment. The Board meets on an as-needed basis. One (1) appointment must be a Master Electrician, two (2) must be an Electrical Supplier and one (1) must be a Professional Engineer. The appointed person must be a Dougherty County resident. The Board meets on an as-needed basis.

FIRE CODE BOARD OF APPEALS – One (1) appointment. The appointment will fill a three-year term ending December 31, 2028. The purpose of the Board is to listen and make decisions on appeals regarding complaints of violations of the Joint Fire Code. This Board meets on an as-needed basis.

FLOOD PLAIN MANAGEMENT REVIEW BOARD – One (1) appointment. The appointment will fill an unexpired three-year term ending December 31, 2027. The purpose of the Board is to consider variances on structures that are below the required base flood elevation levels. This Board meets on an as needed basis.

VOTER REGISTRATION AND ELECTIONS - One (1) appointment. The appointment will fill an unexpired two- year term ending December 31, 2026. The purpose of the Board is to handle all city, county, state and local elections; all voter registration for the city and county and appoint poll workers. The Board meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. This appointment will be paid per month.