New facility expected to bring 50–100 jobs; Amazon already advertising positions with pay ranging from $23.50 per hour to more than $118,000 annually
MOUNT VERNON, Ga. — Amazon is expanding its operations into Southeast Georgia with a new distribution facility in Mount Vernon, Montgomery County. The development is expected to create approximately 50 to 100 jobs while expanding the company’s package delivery network across the region.
According to a May 2026 report by The Advance, Montgomery County officials confirmed that Amazon had entered into agreements to establish a distribution center on Carver Street in Mount Vernon.
The approximately 60,000-square-foot facility is expected to serve Montgomery County and surrounding communities, providing new employment opportunities and potentially improving package delivery operations in rural Southeast Georgia.
The Mount Vernon facility is planned as a last-mile distribution center, meaning it will handle the final stage of Amazon’s package delivery process. Unlike Amazon’s larger fulfillment centers, where products are stored, selected and packaged for shipment, last-mile facilities receive packages that have already moved through the company’s distribution network.
Packages are then sorted and organized for delivery to customers in surrounding communities. These smaller facilities are an important part of Amazon’s efforts to expand delivery operations into rural areas.
Although the exact delivery territory for the Mount Vernon location has not been confirmed, the facility could serve portions of Southeast Georgia beyond Montgomery County. Whether Hazlehurst and Jeff Davis County will be included in its delivery area remains unknown.
While the facility’s official opening date has not been confirmed, Amazon has begun advertising employment opportunities associated with its Mount Vernon operations. A review of job listings on Indeed identified at least two different positions advertised by Amazon for Mount Vernon.
Process Assistant — $23.50 per hour
Amazon is advertising a full-time, permanent Process Assistant position with an hourly wage of $23.50. According to the listing, selected applicants will participate in a five-week paid training program as part of their onboarding process. The training may take place at an existing Amazon operating facility located more than 50 miles from Mount Vernon. The position is associated with Amazon’s rural delivery operations.
Regional HR Business Partner — $60,900 to $118,400 annually
Amazon is also advertising a full-time Regional Human Resources Business Partner position for Mount Vernon. The listing includes an annual salary range of $60,900 to $118,400. The position involves supporting Amazon’s workforce and human resources operations, including employee relations and workplace management.
The advertised salary range reflects potential compensation for the position and does not necessarily represent the starting salary offered to every applicant.
These listings provide additional evidence that Amazon is recruiting employees for its Mount Vernon operations. However, the two identified positions do not represent the full range of jobs that may eventually become available at the facility.
According to the original announcement, the Mount Vernon distribution center is expected to generate approximately 50 to 100 employment opportunities. Those positions could include warehouse operations, package processing, delivery support, supervisory roles and administrative functions, depending on the facility’s staffing needs.
The project could provide new employment opportunities not only for Montgomery County residents but also for workers living in neighboring communities. For residents of Jeff Davis County and other nearby counties, the facility represents another potential employment option within the Southeast Georgia region. Mount Vernon is approximately 25 miles from Hazlehurst.
When the project was announced in May, the facility was expected to open in fall 2026. As of November 10, Hazlehurst Now has not independently confirmed whether the distribution center has officially opened or begun processing packages.
The appearance of Amazon job listings specifically identifying Mount Vernon suggests hiring activity is underway, but does not establish that the facility is fully operational. An official opening date, current staffing numbers and delivery service area have not yet been confirmed.
The arrival of an Amazon distribution facility represents a notable economic development for Montgomery County and surrounding Southeast Georgia communities. In addition to the anticipated jobs, the operation could support more localized package delivery services and contribute to the region’s growing transportation and logistics network.
For smaller communities, developments of this size can create employment opportunities for residents who might otherwise commute longer distances for similar work. The project also highlights the expanding role of rural communities in the distribution networks of major national companies.
Individuals interested in employment opportunities at the Mount Vernon facility can review available positions through Amazon’s official employment website or Indeed.
Employment resources:
- Amazon Careers: https://www.amazon.jobs
- Indeed — Amazon jobs in Mount Vernon: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=Amazon&l=Mount+Vernon%2C+GA
Applicants should review individual job descriptions for qualifications, schedules, compensation and training requirements. Listings may change as positions are filled.
Hazlehurst Now will continue following the development and provide updates as additional information becomes available regarding the facility’s opening, hiring opportunities and service area.
Sources: The Advance, May 2026; Amazon employment listings; Indeed job postings reviewed November 10, 2026.
