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Carter County hires Martha Elmore as part‑time housekeeper for senior program
Summary
The Carter County commissioners unanimously approved hiring Martha Elmore to fill a permanent part‑time housekeeping position for the county27s senior services program (30 hours/month). The board also discussed probationary status for part‑time employees.
The Carter County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to hire Martha Elmore as the part‑time housekeeper for the county27s senior citizens/aging program.
Commissioner Dan Denstle moved to hire Elmore, saying, "I'll I'll move, mister chairman, to hire Martha Elmore as the housekeeping position for the senior citizens or the aging program in Carter County." The motion was seconded, no public comments were offered, and the board recorded unanimous approval.
Commissioners clarified the role is permanent part time (30 hours per month). The board discussed whether part‑time employees should be subject to a one‑year probationary period. Some members favored a probationary year consistent with county policy; others said the personnel manual does not clearly address part‑time probation and argued it may be unnecessary for a known local hire.
Staff and the senior coordinator, Tricia Lubbock, said the candidate has prior experience serving local seniors and noted the board would confirm payroll and benefits eligibility consistent with county policy.
The hiring action concluded with the board advising county staff to finalize onboarding paperwork and notify relevant departments.
