Part-time Warming Station Attendant

Gwinnett County; Georgia; On-site; USD 35,818,000 - 39,950,000; Part time

Job summary

Gwinnett County is seeking Warming Station Attendants for a part-time, seasonal role during the warming season. Shifts run overnight from 5:30 pm to 7:00 am, with a 1-hour lunch and two 15-minute breaks.

The position operates at five Gwinnett County Warming Stations and reports to the shift supervisor as needed. The role emphasizes empathy, safety, and adherence to station rules, with duties including intake, site setup, and incident reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Associate degree in social services or social work preferred.
• One year of experience working with vulnerable populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete and verify resident intake forms for every guest served.
• Set up, clean up, and organize the site (cots, covers, blankets, supplies).
• Perform nightly building walks and sanitation rotations of sleeping quarters, meal areas, and restrooms.
• Maintain attendance logs and complete resident intake documentation.
• Record overnight guest counts and submit the Daily Shift Report by 6:00am.
• Track supplies and notify supervisor when items are low or out.
• Provide transportation to residents using county vehicle as directed.

Skills

Empathy

Respectful conduct

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in social services

Job description

This is a part-time position with a maximum of 1,508 hours per year and is not eligible for paid holidays, leave, or benefits.

This position is seasonal and will end when the Warming Station Season ends.

The Warming Station season is from November 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027.

Job Description

Warming Station Attendants are considered essential workers, which means attendants are expected to report to stations during weekdays, weekends, holidays, and weather emergencies. Attendants are responsible for overseeing operations at any of the five Gwinnett County Warming Stations during overnight shifts from 5:30 pm - 7:00 am, which includes a 1-hour lunch and two 15-minute breaks. The incumbent is empathetic and respectful while supporting residents, enforcing station rules, and adhering to all rules and regulations of the Warming Station operations. Additionally, the attendants will be responsible for ensuring participant safety, monitoring behaviors, and reporting any incidents or emergencies in accordance with protocols.

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Essential Duties

• Completing and verifying resident intake forms for every guest served
• Completing setup, cleanup, and general organization of the site, including cots, cot covers, blankets, and supply staging
• Performing scheduled building walk-through and sanitation rotations of sleeping quarters, meal areas, and restrooms
• Maintaining accurate attendance logs and complete resident intake documentation
• Recording overnight guest counts by category and submit the Daily Shift Report by 6:00am
• Tracking supply levels each shift and notifying the shift supervisor immediately when items are low or out
• Recording and submitting timely, accurate reports to supervisors regarding time, attendance, inventory, incidents, and other critical information
• Supporting residents with empathy and respect while consistently enforcing station rules and Warming Station regulations
• Attending all required trainings and follow County policies and Warming Station protocols
• Communicating effectively with team members and supervisors and adapting quickly to schedule changes caused by weather-related emergencies
• Providing transportation to residents using county vehicle as directed by leadership, in accordance with County policies and defensive driving requirements.

Public Speaking Duties

• Facilitating clear and respectful verbal communication with guests to provide support and enforce station rules
• Engaging in effective interpersonal communication with team members and supervisors to ensure coordinated operations and information sharing in a timely manner
• Delivering shift handover briefings to incoming staff and supervisors covering guest status, incidents, and supply needs

Other Job Requirements/Information

• This job may require on-call rotation and emergency after hours, weekends, and/or holidays
• Must have reliable transportation

Hourly rate

$18.00 per hour

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications in addition to the above minimum qualifications

• Associate degree in social services or social work AND
• One year of experience working with vulnerable populations and underserved communities

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, a professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more

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Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

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Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more.

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More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision

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Mission

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Values

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• Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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