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 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.
Grand Haven Charter Township is accepting applications for the following positions:
» Crew Leader
» Building Inspector / Plan Reviewer
» Part-Time Firefighter
Crew Leader
A Day in the Life:
- Upon arrival at the scene of an emergency, directs and participates in fire suppression or rescue activities, by forming and leading teams of firefighters to accomplish goals at the task level.
- Serves as a mentor to new employees by coordinating training schedules, instructing on chain of command and the importance of communication among staff.
- Assists with planning and scheduling of training; conducting exercises, classes, and recurring training.
- Manages their team’s involvement in the nighttime staffing program.
- Receives feedback from command staff and uses it to grow and improve.
What You Will Need:
- Three (3) years’ experience in firefighting/rescue work with Grand Haven Charter Township Fire/Rescue; and possession of certifications in Firefighter I and II, Hazardous Material Awareness and Operations, First Responder, and CPR Certification.
- Attendance and active participation in 15 of the Monday night trainings each year.
- Attendance and active participation in four (4) officer development classes each year.
- Demonstrated leadership skills that hold staff accountable for a high level of performance and morale.
- The ability to communicate with the public and Township employees with tact and discretion.
- The desire to learn and potentially grow into other roles with the Township.
What We Offer:
- A competitive hourly rate of $18.34 – $20.70, with additional pay for paramedic licensure.
- 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: October 11, 2019, or until filled.
» View Full Job Description
» Application for Employment
Building Inspector / Plan Reviewer
Department: Community Development Department
A Day in the Life:
- Reviews building plans for the erection, addition to, alterations and/or repairs of buildings located in Grand Haven Township.
- Receives and processes building permit applications.
- Visits construction sites to make inspections and/or investigates alleged violations.
- Educates contractors on the building code, explains issues in the field, and offers potential solutions to issues.
- Receives feedback from team and uses it to grow and improve.
What You Will Need:
- Five years of building experience, with good engineering practice and fire prevention knowledge.
- Possession of a Registered Building Inspector Certification, or the ability to obtain one within a year.
- Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
- Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office programs and BSA software.
- The ability to communicate with the public and other employees with tact and discretion.
- The desire to learn and potentially grow into other roles with the Township.
What We Offer:
- A competitive salary range of $49,867 – $67,467.
- 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: September 6, 2019, or until filled.
» View Full Job Description
» Application for Employment
Part-Time Firefighter
Department: Fire & Rescue
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 $17.47 – $20.70
- 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
» View Full Job Description
» Application for Employment
