Human Resources

Are you interested in applying for a specific position? If so, there are three steps to do so:

  1. Registering and Setting up your Account - When registering an account, you will need to complete all the necessary fields on the screen. After entering the required information and registering your account, you will be prompted to complete a Two-Factor Authentication process for added security. This process involves retrieving a code from your email and entering it on the screen.

  2. Creating and Completing an Application - Once you are logged in, you must complete an application. After finalizing the selected application, you will receive a pop-up message instructing you to choose your desired position(s) and proceed with your application.

  3. Applying for a Job - Once you have completed the application, you can use it to apply to any of the applicable job(s) you are interested in.

Submitting Leave Requests

Sick or Personal Leave

Click the link to log into the YOSS Platform

Locate the Leave icon in YOSS

  • Select Request Time Off

  • In the Drop Down under Leave Form, select Standard Leave

  • In the Drop Down under Leave Type, choose the leave type

  • Under Leave Information, select either Full Day, Half Day, or Custom

    • Enter the Leave Start Date, End Date, Start Time, End Time, & Absence Reason

  • Under Sub Details, select Yes or No

  • Under Finalization and Submission, choose the leave approver for your position

  • Click Submit Request

Professional Leave

Click the link to log into the YOSS Platform

Locate the Leave icon in YOSS

  • Select Request Time Off

  • In the Drop Down under Leave Form, select Professional Leave

  • In the Drop Down under Leave Type, choose Professional Leave

  • Under Professional Learning Goals and Objectives, describe the purpose of the Professional Learning opportunity.

  • Under Leave Information, select either Full Day, Half Day, or Custom

    • Enter the Leave Start Date, End Date, Start Time, End Time, & Absence Reason

  • Event Information: Enter the name of the conference/training/event

  • Under Sub Details, select Yes or No

  • Estimated Cost: If the leave requires a sub or incurs other expenses, enter the estimated costs

  • Under Finalization and Submission, choose the leave approver for your position

  • Click Submit Request

Employee Assistance Program

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through the Georgia Department of Education is here to help you with the demands of life. All Grady County Schools PreK-12 teachers and K-12 employees who work at least 29 hours a week have access to highly qualified counselors who can offer up to six counseling sessions at no cost to you. Access to free and confidential professional consultants and online resources is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year through your EAP.

1-866-279-5177

Dr. Jamie Horne

Director of Human Resources

☎️ 229-377-8382 Email

Dana Pritchett

HR/Certification Specialist

☎️ 229-377-3701 Email

Susan Maxwell

Benefits Coordinator

☎️ 229-377-3701 Email