Employment & Volunteer Opportunities
Missaukee County Full-Time Park Director
Missaukee County is seeking qualified applicants for the full‐time position (40 hours per week) as the Park Director. The Park Director is responsible for the overall maintenance, operations, and scheduling of the county’s park system, which includes the Lake Missaukee Park and Campground, Crooked Lake Park, and Ben Jeff’s Park. The Park Director supervises the Assistant Park Director, Park Assistant, Parks Maintenance Workers, Park Hosts, Park Secretary, and seasonal part-time staff. The Park Director reports to the County Administrator as his/her direct supervisor and collaborates with the Missaukee County Board of Commissioners to plan, develop, preserve, administer, maintain, and operate a system of parks for all residents of Missaukee County. Starting pay is $26.55 per hour with a step increase to $29.23 after 3 years. Benefits include Health, Dental and Vision insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible spending accounts, AFLAC, LTD and additional Life insurance options.
Compensation and fringe benefits in accordance with AFSCME Supervisor’s collective bargaining agreement. In addition, appointment to this position on a permanent basis is contingent upon successful completion of the required probationary period. Only qualified applicants meeting minimum requirements will be considered. Full job description available here. Please send cover letter, resume, and completed job application to Missaukee County, Administration‐Human Resources, 111 S. Canal St., PO Box 800, Lake City, MI., or email kberend@missaukee.org.
Employment Application
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Missaukee County Plumbing and Mechanical inspector
Missaukee County, MI (EOE) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Plumbing and Mechanical Inspector to work in the Missaukee County building department. Under the supervision of the Building Official, the Plumbing and Mechanical Inspector conducts a wide variety of highly responsible technical and professional duties requiring a specialized knowledge of plumbing and Mechanical codes and department policies procedures and operations. Work is performed under general supervision of the Building Official.
General duties include but are not limited to performing plumbing and mechanical plan reviews, answering calls and requests for information, inspecting existing plumbing and mechanical installations, issuing ordinance citations, and assisting with FOIA requests. This position requires frequent professional interaction with the public and independent work under established protocols and guidelines.
Full details/description available for download below. Interested persons should contact Building Inspector James Mouch at 231-839-7264 or buildingofficial@missaukee.org. Position open until filled.
Northern Michigan Regional Entity - Volunteer Opportunity
The Missaukee County Board of Commissioners is seeking an individual for appointment to the Northern Michigan Regional Entity, as a board representative of Missaukee County.
The NMRE is the PIHP for 21 counties in northern Lower Michigan. This means the NMRE manages the Medicaid funding for the behavioral health services in the region. The NMRE is jointly owned by five Member Community Mental Health Services Programs (CMHSPs) which provide mental health services and supports to individuals with a mental health diagnosis or an intellectual disability. The NMRE also manages and coordinates prevention, treatment, and recovery support services for individuals with a substance use disorder. If you are interested in serving in this position, or would like to find out more information on this opportunity, please contact Missaukee County Clerk Jessica Nielsen at clerk@missaukee.org or by calling 231-839-4967 ext. 204.
Volunteer Application
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MISSAUKEE COUNTY EMS - EMT BASIC (FULL-TIME)
Missaukee County is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of EMT - Basic. Duties include responding to emergency and non-emergency calls in a calm, efficient, and prompt manner by administering basic and advanced life support services to patients at the scene and in-route to the hospital.
Position reports to the EMS Director. Requires graduation from high school, Michigan EMT license and Michigan driver’s license. Vehicle extrication and minimum one year experience preferred. Wage is $16.15/hr. Drug screen and physical required prior to appointment. Only qualified applicants meeting minimum requirements will be considered. Please send cover letter, resume and completed Missaukee County job application (available for download below) to Missaukee County, Administration-Human Resources, 111 S. Canal St., PO Box 800, Lake City, MI 49651. Or email, kberend@missaukee.org. Positions open until filled.
Employment Application
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MISSAUKEE COUNTY EMS - PARAMEDIC (FULL-TIME)
Missaukee County is seeking qualified applicants for the casual, part-time position (minimum 24 hours per month) of Paramedic. Duties include responding to emergency and non-emergency calls in a calm, efficient, and prompt manner by administering basic and advanced life support services to patients at the scene and in-route to the hospital.
Position reports to the EMS Director. Requires graduation from high school, Michigan EMT-Paramedic license and Michigan driver’s license. Vehicle extrication and minimum one year experience preferred. Wage is $20.45/hr. plus education stipend and full benefits. Drug screen and physical required prior to appointment. Only qualified applicants meeting minimum requirements will be considered. Please send cover letter, resume and completed Missaukee County job application (available for download below) to Missaukee County, Administration-Human Resources, 111 S. Canal St., PO Box 800, Lake City, MI 49651. Or email kberend@gmail.com. Positions open until filled.