Fulton County to Prioritize Hiring Displaced Federal Workers Following Job Cuts by DOGE

Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts announced today that the county will prioritize hiring federal workers affected by recent job cuts implemented by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

“There are thousands of skilled Fulton County professionals now facing unexpected unemployment,” said Chairman Pitts. “It’s critical that we step up and give these individuals the first opportunity to fill available jobs.”

The federal job reductions, which have impacted agencies such as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Department of Education, and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), have left many workers displaced.

Fulton County currently has approximately 800 funded but vacant positions, and Chairman Pitts has directed the county’s Human Resources Department to guarantee interviews for displaced federal workers residing within the county. He also called on local governments, school systems, and private sector employers to follow suit.

“I call on the 15 cities within Fulton County, Atlanta Public Schools, Fulton County Schools, and businesses across the county to extend the same consideration,” Pitts stated.

High-priority recruitment areas in Fulton County include information technology, engineering, corrections, court reporting, and legal professions. Chairman Pitts noted that while public sector salaries may not always match private sector wages, government jobs offer competitive benefits and a strong sense of purpose.

“We know there are plenty of job openings in Fulton County and elsewhere. Let’s come together and help these experienced, skilled professionals get back to work. It’s simply the right thing to do,” said Pitts.

To view available career opportunities in Fulton County, visit: fultoncountyga.gov/jobs.