PLAY AND WORK IN CHARLEVOIX!
The City of Charlevoix has something for everyone! The beaches, the year-round activities, such as snow skiing, skating, boating, and festivals, are simply part of the Charlevoix lifestyle.
We are also proud of our workforce and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We believe in open communication, professionalism, teamwork, and hiring the right person for every position – whether it’s a regular full-time or part-time position, or one of our summer or winter seasonal positions.
If you want to be part of the team that represents the City of Charlevoix, take a look at our employment opportunities.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPPORTUNITIES
The City of Charlevoix is seeking service-oriented professionals who have the ability to project a courteous and positive public image.
Start/end dates and hours of work vary among positions. Applicants must be at least 18 years old unless otherwise stated. All regular full-time employees are required to reside within 20 miles of the nearest boundary of the city. All City positions require passing a background check.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER POLICY STATEMENT
The City of Charlevoix is an equal opportunity employer. Its policy is to ensure that candidates are employed and employees are advanced without regard to their race, religion, gender, color, national origin income, disability, military status, genetic information, income, limited English proficiency, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where deemed a bona fide occupational qualification or where required by State and/or Federal law). The City’s non-discrimination policy applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hire, compensation, promotion, training, benefits, termination, or other terms and conditions of employment. All positions are filled on the basis of the applicant’s qualifications for the job: knowledge, skill and experience, and ability required to perform the job.
This policy statement will be circulated throughout the City and be included by reference in all contract agreements, programs, and services administered by the City.
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OPEN POSITIONS
SEASONAL
Golf - ProShop “Hands-on” Manager - 30-hr workweek (negotiable); $11-13/hour; Possible On-site 1 BDRM Apt.
The City of Charlevoix is seeking candidates with a thorough knowledge of golf and a strong customer-service orientation to manage its proshop from April-October. The position requires a motivated team leader who is computer literate.. Applications accepted until 5:00pm February 24, 2012.
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JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN
Full-time, Year-round
The City of Charlevoix is accepting applications for a full-time Journeyman Lineman. This position is responsible for all phases of the operation, maintenance, and service of the City’s electric system with voltages up to 15kV. Duties include: meter hookups, electric distribution and facilities construction and maintenance, supervision of lineman apprentice(s), maintaining a safe work environment and projecting a courteous and positive image of the City of Charlevoix with the public. This position is scheduled in the department’s emergency stand-by rotation and may be scheduled “on-call” for consecutive 24-hour periods. Hence, the position requires prompt and regular attendance.
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Among the minimum qualifications are:
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Certification from an approved Journeyman Lineman program.
- Michigan’s Driver license and Class “A” CDL license.
- Two years experience in constructing, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground facilities.
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED THROUGH 5:00 PM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2012
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POSTING AND HIRING PROCESS
At a minimum, all open positions are posted on this website and in the main lobby of City Hall.
The selection process involves many steps, including screening applications, administering and assessing written and/or performance tests, telephone and/or in-person interviews, and passing pre-employment physical exams and background investigation.
Note: Seasonal employees are released at the end of the season with no commitment by the city as to future employment. Results of evaluations given during and at the end of the season are taken into consideration for future city employment.
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HOW TO APPLY
Human Resources accepts applications only for posted positions. All candidates must submit an employment application by 5:00 pm of the stated application deadline. Cover letters and resumes are accepted, but not in place of an employment application. A separate application must be submitted for each posting. Applications are not retained after a vacancy is filled; that is, applicants must re-apply as new vacancies are announced. Applications for closed positions will not be accepted.
To submit an employment application, obtain the Employment Application with Background Investigation Authorization form at City Hall, 210 State Street, Charlevoix, or online through the following link: Employment Application with Background Investigation Authorization Form.
Tips for online submissions:
- The application must be complete. Stating “See Resume” is not acceptable.
- The employment application link (stated above) prompts the download of a PDF version of the employment application. IMPORTANT: Once you have completed the application, SAVE it to your computer BEFORE submitting.
- ALSO, print, fill out, and sign the Background Investigation Authorization (last page of the employment application) and either deliver, mail, fax, or scan and email the signed form to Human Resources before the designated deadline. (Note: This form is separated from the application at time of receipt and at no time is age-related data released to decision makers.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
In Person: |
City Hall, Human Resources, 210 State Street, Charlevoix, Michigan |
Mail: |
City of Charlevoix, Human Resources, 210 State Street, Charlevoix, MI 49720 |
Fax: |
231-547-3617 |
E-mail: |
jennifern@cityofcharlevoix.org | Subject: <insert name of position> |
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