Bryant received an ample amount of hands-on training for the constable position. He said he had an easy time adjusting since he already knew his way around the county and had advanced computer skills. He has now served as constable for seven years.

Bryant works under the supervision of Brooks County Magistrate Court Judge Joyce Miskiel. As constable, Bryant serves civil summons, civil subpoenas and dispossessories. He also oversees evictions and foreclosures and transports court documents.

When asked how the state of the economy has affected the number of evictions and foreclosures he has handled, Bryant said, “The office has seen it’s share in the past year. I can say that the number has been larger in the last year than it has in any of the seven years I have been here.”

Although he is responsible for delivering unfortunate news at times, Bryant said he “keeps a positive attitude throughout the day and treats people with courtesy and respect.”

When he’s not at work, Bryant can be found “tinkering with old muscle cars.” He is currently working on an old Buick Regal with a 1960s power engine. He has been working on the car for three years, but asserts that he has to have it done by this summer.

“There is supposed to be one just like it on the new ‘Fast and the Furious ‘movie that is coming out this June,” Bryant said. “I want to have mine ready so I can drive it the weekend the movie comes out. All it needs is some interior work and a good paint job.”

Bryant said that this is the third car he has restored.

“If I see something I really like, I will buy it and work on it. It keeps me busy.”

Bryant refused to discuss how much money he invests in his favorite hobby.

“Every weekend I’m in the auto parts store. It’s like a lady in a shoe store. I don’t really think about the money anymore; I just get what I need. When you start tallying up money, it can get overwhelming.”

Bryant said he also keeps up with the stock market since he has shares in various companies. He added that he is doing his part to stimulate the local economy by shopping in Brooks County when he can and encouraging others to do the same.

Bryant, now 40, is single and does not have any children. He mentioned that he is ready to settle down with “the right one.”

“In the past year, I have been on the dating scene,” Bryant said. “But I don’t want to force anything. I’m into the simple things.”

In his spare time, Bryant enjoys social outings with his family and friends.

“I love my mother, Rosa Mae Bryant!” he exclaimed.