In the ACS lobby, Job Books are available containing recent recruitment actions notices of local businesses. Fort Gordon is located 9 miles Southwest of the city of Augusta, the center of the second largest metropolitan area in Georgia. The area consists of 13 Georgia counties and 5 in South Carolina. Augusta is home to the South s largest medical college and there are more than 10 hospitals in the area. Furthermore, this area hosts over 100 public and private schools.
Opportunities exist among both at varying times.
There are shortages of substitute teachers in Richmond and Columbia Counties and are in demand. In addition, the CSRA includes a steadily growing industrial base made up of numerous major manufacturers which require skilled and unskilled blue collar workers. Predominant manufacturing firms are apparel, textile, food and lumber products. Many of the industrial positions are temporary, seasonal, and of a part-time nature. Due to this, area employment agencies and services offer many opportunities.