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
CITY TREASURER
The City of Ishpeming is seeking applications for a full time City Treasurer. Salary is commensurate with experience plus a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, MERS Defined Contribution pension plan, and a Post-Employment Health Plan. Treasurer is responsible for the custody of City funds, revenue collection, and providing fiduciary and accounting services as required by the City Charter. Other duties include supervising operations of the Finance Office, preparing payroll, reviewing and implementing policies, and assisting with preparation of the City Budget.
To apply, submit a resume and cover letter along with a City of Ishpeming job application form (available at City Hall or on the City’s website) to the City Manager’s Office, 100 East Division Street, Ishpeming, Michigan 49849 or email cathysmith@ishpemingcity.org All applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8, 2023. The City of Ishpeming is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR – WATER/SEWER
The City of Ishpeming is accepting applications for a Heavy Equipment Operator -Water/Sewer positions in the Department of Public Works. Work includes operation of heavy and light equipment, assists with construction/maintenance of various City utility systems, and performs all types of repairs and construction, when required, on sewer, water, and storm sewer mains and appurtenances. A valid State of Michigan driver’s license with a CDL endorsement, or ability to obtain a CDL within 45 days of hire, and an excellent driving record is required. The starting wage is $23.01 per hour and includes a benefit package.
View the job description below for more complete details and minimum qualifications for the position.
Submit an application (click employment application link above), cover letter, and resume to the City Manager’s Office, 100 E. Division Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849 or email cathysmith@ishpemingcity.org . Applications will be received until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 30, 2023. The City of Ishpeming is an equal opportunity employer.
PART-TIME SUMMER LABORERS
The City of Ishpeming is seeking college students interested in working part time at the Ishpeming Cemetery and Parks. The hours are primarily 7:30 to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, however, hours may vary and could include some weekend hours. Wage is $12.00/hour. To apply please complete a City of Ishpeming application form (available at City Hall or click on the employment application link above. Complete applications should be returned to City Manager’s Office, Ishpeming City Hall, 100 E. Division Street in Ishpeming. 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.
