City of Ishpeming Employment Opportunities
Employment Application Form
Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Ishpeming. To apply for a position, you must submit an application, along with any required paperwork and credentials.
Completed applications can be submitted to:
City Manager’s Office
100 E. Division Street
Ishpeming, MI 49849
Employment Application (356.2 KiB)
Current Openings
PART-TIME LIBRARY CLERK
The City of Ishpeming is accepting applications for a part-time Library Clerk (20 hours a week). The position pays $15.43 per hour. Applications will be accepted until July 9, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EST.
Please send resume and application to the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St., Ishpeming, MI 49849. Application for is available online at the Library’s website: https://ishpeminglibrary.info/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/ishpemingcityemploymentapplication.pdf
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Providing patrons with basic reference and readers’ advisory
- Assisting patrons with library equipment, including public PCs and microfilm reader
- Sorting and shelving books and other library materials
- Creating and maintaining patron records, collecting fines and processing customer requests
- Creating flyers and other promotional materials
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work well within a team dynamic
- Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs required
- Experience with graphics programs and social media preferred
- Physical ability to bend, reach and lift light loads (25+ lbs) required
- High school diploma or GED required. Some college or library experience preferred
- Must be able to work evenings and Saturdays
PART-TIME BEAUTIFICATION GARDEN CARETAKER
The City of Ishpeming is taking applications for a part-time Beautification Garden Caretaker. The position pays $15.00 per hour and is up to 25 hours per week, June through September.
Duties include mainly watering hanging flower baskets at various locations within the City using a truck mounted watering system provided by the City. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to safely drive a pickup (with watering system) in City traffic and be able to lift watering wand and complete watering tasks every week. Schedule can be flexible. To apply, complete and submit a City of Ishpeming job application form (available at City Hall or on the City’s website) to the City Clerk’s Office, 100 East Division Street, Ishpeming, Michigan 49849. Applications will be accepted until May 15, 2026. The City of Ishpeming is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS
Do you have spare time? Are you interested in serving your community? Have you ever wondered about becoming a volunteer firefighter?
The City of Ishpeming is always looking for new candidates for volunteer firefighters. Please visit the City of Ishpeming’s website at Fire Department Volunteer Fire Fighters for details on the application requirements and process. If you have any questions, please contact the Fire Chief at
(906) 486-4426.
