Administration & Human Resources
The Department is responsible for all personnel matters, benefit coordination, risk management and liability insurance matters.
Superintendent/Manager
William D. Cargo
(616) 604-6324
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Employment Opportunities
We ARE Grand Haven Charter Township
We are a beautiful, thriving community of over 16,000 residents, located in Northwest Ottawa County where our residents and visitors can find miles of pristine beaches, towering sand dunes and breathtaking sunsets along the shores of Lake Michigan. Our clean and safe community values a family-centered atmosphere; we also offer vibrant parks, world-class schools, as well as an appreciation of the arts and healthy lifestyles. Our community is a place where agri-businesses and industry seek to locate, bringing with them more opportunities for growth.
We are an organization that values trust and mutual respect. Our staff members are empowered to make decisions and create positive change. We are committed to continuous improvement through the use of technology and collaboration with our customers, peers, and neighbors. We know our past, and we learn from it so that we can grow together as a community.
Grand Haven Charter Township is accepting applications for the following position:
» Part-Time Firefighter
» Board of Review Alternate Member
» Parks & Recreation Committee Member
» Public Services Worker
» Summer Laborer
» Beach Attendant
Part-Time Firefighter
Department: Fire & Rescue
We are looking for someone who shares our same values and enjoys being part of a team. The part-time firefighter job duties vary greatly from the quiet times of routine maintenance of firefighting equipment and desk work to the excitement of responding to emergency calls. Someone with prior firefighting and paramedic experience, and who believes in going beyond the call of duty, will be a great fit!
A Day in the Life:
- Responds to emergency calls, which can include combating, extinguishing and preventing fires; providing emergency medical care; and performing extrication and rescue.
- Completes investigative and other required written reports of fires, medical emergencies and inspections using sketches, appropriate grammar, symbols and mathematical computations.
- Performs routine maintenance on firefighting equipment and property.
- Communicates with and represents the Fire & Rescue Department to residents, guests, students, and other municipalities.
- Performs clerical tasks, as assigned.
- Receives feedback from co-workers and supervisors and uses it to grow and improve.
What You Will Need:
- High School Diploma; CPR certification, firefighting training & paramedic license preferred.
- Valid Michigan motor vehicle operator’s license.
- Live south of Grand Haven’s drawbridge and within 7 miles of the Grand Haven Charter Township’s Fire Station.
- Knowledge of modern firefighting and rescue techniques.
- Ability to work under pressure situations and make decisions in emergency situations, while being exposed to extreme temperatures; heavy smoke conditions; chemical, physical, and mechanical hazards; heights and confined spaces.
- Flexibility to fill 12 and 24 hour shifts, at the Township’s Fire Station, when needed.
- Ability to communicate with the public and other employees with tact and discretion
- Time to dedicate to a minimum of 20 hours of training each year.
- The desire to learn and potentially grow into other roles within the department.
What We Offer:
- A competitive hourly rate of $16.93 – $20.04
- Financial protection through disability, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Training and access to a fitness facility to keep your mind and body healthy.
When you become a Grand Haven Charter Township employee, you do more than simply change jobs. You become part of the GHCT family, a group of talented individuals who provide superior customer service to their residents and visitors, love their jobs, embrace change and celebrate the community that is GRAND HAVEN CHARTER TOWNSHIP!
How to Apply:
- View the full job description link below.
- Send a cover letter and resume to ADumbrell@ght.org
- Any questions can be directed to Andrea Dumbrell, Human Resources Director, at 616.604.6309.
- Application deadline: open until filled.
Grand Haven Charter Township is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting and retaining the most qualified employees regardless of race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, height, weight or disability.
» View Full Job Description
» Application for Employment
Board of Review Alternate Member
Board of Review Members are Grand Haven Charter Township residents responsible for reviewing the values that are set by the Assessor and correcting any errors in the assessing process. Members hear and decide appeals from taxpayers, or their representatives, during the months of March, July and December. This position is paid $22.78 per hour.
The Charter Township of Grand Haven does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, height, weight, marital or veteran status, religion, age or handicap in employment or provision of services.
Interested individuals must complete an application and provide a letter of interest. Emails may be sent to Andrea Dumbrell, Human Resources Director, at adumbrell@ght.org. Please specify “BOARD OF REVIEW” in your correspondence. Deadline: 03/16/18.
Parks & Recreation Committee Member
Parks & Recreation Committee Members are Grand Haven Charter Township residents interested in the development and maintenance of township parks and recreational facilities. Responsibilities include working with other committee members and the public, planning for future improvements and various maintenance activities in Township parks and recreational facilities, for the enjoyment of all the Township residents and guests. The Parks & Recreation Committee generally meets four (4) to six (6) times per year, but may meet more often as the need for future planning or other needs arises. This position is paid $29.98 per hour.
The Charter Township of Grand Haven does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, height, weight, marital or veteran status, religion, age or handicap in employment or provision of services.
Interested individuals must complete an application and provide a letter of interest. Emails may be sent to Andrea Dumbrell, Human Resources Director, at adumbrell@ght.org. Please specify “PARKS & RECREATION” in your correspondence. Deadline: 03/30/18.
Public Services Worker
Department: Public Services
We are looking for someone who shares our same values and enjoys being part of a public services team. The full-time job duties vary greatly from programming MXUs and electronic recordkeeping to working on water and sewer lines. Someone with a passion for working outside in varying conditions and providing excellent customer service to others, plus prior maintenance experience will be a great fit!
A Day in the Life:
- Performs daily operational activities, inspections, maintenance, servicing, and repairs to the buildings and grounds, cemeteries, non-motorized pathways, and other facilities.
- Inspects, installs, replaces water meters, remote readers, valves, hydrants and other related equipment.
- Opens and closes gravesites.
- Completes snow and debris removal functions.
- Receives feedback from supervisors and uses it to grow and improve.
What You Will Need:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid drivers license.
- 3 years of related work experience in a public works environment, with additional training or experience in underground construction.
- MDEQ Waterworks System Operator S-4 classification, or successful completion within one year of hire, and the ability to maintain the classification throughout employment with the department.
- The ability to communicate with the public and other employees with confidence, tact and discretion.
- The desire to learn and potentially grow into other roles with the department.
What We Offer:
- A competitive salary range of $37,877 – $51,230.
- Health and dental coverage for you and your family, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution.
- A 401(a) plan, through the Municipal Employees’ Retirement System (MERS), with a 10% Township contribution.
- A generous paid time off program to help you keep a healthy work/life balance.
- Financial protection through disability, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Supplemental insurance options at group rates.
- Educational reimbursement benefits and access to a fitness facility to keep your mind and body healthy.
When you become a Grand Haven Charter Township employee, you do more than simply change jobs. You become part of the GHCT family, a group of talented individuals who provide superior customer service to their residents and visitors, love their jobs, embrace change and celebrate the community that is GRAND HAVEN CHARTER TOWNSHIP!
How to Apply:
- View the full job description link below.
- Send a cover letter and resume to ADumbrell@ght.org
- Any questions can be directed to Andrea Dumbrell, Human Resources Director, at 616.604.6309.
- Application deadline: April 6, 2018, or until filled.
Grand Haven Charter Township is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting and retaining the most qualified employees regardless of race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, height, weight or disability.
» View Full Job Description
» Application for Employment
Summer Laborer
Department: Department of Public Services
We have three openings for those who shares our same values and enjoy being part of a team. The summer laborers work Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., and typically work one weekend a month. Our season runs from April through October, with flexibility for those with school schedules. The laborers assist in the maintenance and repair of the Township’s buildings, grounds, parks and facilities. Someone with a strong work ethic and experience in painting, mowing, leaf pickup and cleaning will be a great fit!
A Day in the Life:
- Clean park facilities and restrooms.
- Operate and maintain a variety of equipment, as needed to perform manual labor activities.
- Greet and assist guests with park reservations.
- Paint fire hydrants.
- Complete maintenance work orders, as assigned.
- Receive feedback from supervisors and use it to grow and improve.
What You Will Need:
- Valid drivers license.
- Minimum age requirement of 18.
- Working knowledge of basic lawn tools and equipment, including lawn mowers, leaf blowers, line trimmers and various hand tools.
- Reliability and the ability to work well with supervisors, coworkers and the public.
What We Offer:
- A competitive hourly rate of $10.10 per hour.
- Opportunities to return each summer for employment and the potential to grow into other positions within the Township.
- Trainings and access to a fitness facility to keep your mind and body healthy.
When you become a Grand Haven Charter Township employee, you do more than simply change jobs. You become part of the GHCT family, a group of talented individuals who provide superior customer service to their residents and visitors, love their jobs, embrace change and celebrate the community that is GRAND HAVEN CHARTER TOWNSHIP!
How to Apply:
- View the full job description link below.
- Send a cover letter and resume to ADumbrell@ght.org
- Any questions can be directed to Andrea Dumbrell, Human Resources Director, at 616.604.6309.
- Application deadline: April 6, 2018, or until filled
Grand Haven Charter Township is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting and retaining the most qualified employees regardless of race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, height, weight or disability.
» View Full Job Description
» Application for Employment
Beach Attendant
Department: Department of Public Services
We are looking for someone who shares our same values and enjoys being outside. The beach attendant works every Saturday, Sunday, and summer holidays from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. The season begins the third weekend in June and ends Labor Day weekend. Work duties include assisting in enforcing the occupant limit, parking limitations and other rules and regulations pertaining to the use of the Buchanan Street road-end beach access. Someone with a love for being at the beach, taking care of the environment and talking with others will be a great fit for this job!
A Day in the Life:
- Count guests who are using the beach and parking area.
- Walk the beach area and pick up trash.
- Explain beach rules to guests.
- Assist in enforcing the occupant limit on the beach and additional rules pertaining to the beach area.
What You Will Need:
- Reliable transportation and a minimum age of 16.
- Ability to communicate with the public and Township employees with confidence, tact and discretion.
- Positive interpersonal skills to establish effective relationships with beach neighbors and guests.
What We Offer:
- A competitive hourly rate of $10.10 per hour.
- Opportunities to return each summer for employment and the potential to grow into other positions within the Township.
- Trainings and access to a fitness facility to keep your mind and body healthy.
When you become a Grand Haven Charter Township employee, you do more than simply change jobs. You become part of the GHCT family, a group of talented individuals who provide superior customer service to their residents and visitors, love their jobs, embrace change and celebrate the community that is GRAND HAVEN CHARTER TOWNSHIP!
How to Apply:
- View the full job description below.
- Send a cover letter and resume to ADumbrell@ght.org.
- Any questions can be directed to Andrea Dumbrell, Human Resources Director, at 616.604.6309.
- Application deadline: April 6, 2018, or until filled.
Grand Haven Charter Township is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting and retaining the most qualified employees regardless of race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, height, weight or disability.