Current Job Openings:
Part-Time Assistant Zoning Administrator
Salary: $24.99 per hour
Department: Zoning Department
Schedule: Part-Time up to 29
Hours per week
Potential working hours: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday - Friday
Benefits: Paid Time Off and Holidays according to work schedule
Position Overview: Under the general
supervision of the Zoning Administrator (ZA), the Assistant Zoning
Administrator (AZA) interprets, administers, and enforces the Township Zoning
Ordinance. The AZA assists the general public in reaching solutions and
compliance with the Zoning Ordinance. The AZA keeps abreast of changes in
zoning law and land use issues. The AZA provides support to the ZA and the
Planning Department.
Essential Job
Functions:
The following tasks are
representative and are not to be considered all-inclusive.
· Perform many of the
duties of Zoning Administrator as provided by local ordinance and state law
under the supervision of the ZA and the Planning Director.
· Customer service
provided to the public, contractors, coworkers, etc. regarding provisions of
the Zoning Ordinance, determine zoning and master land use classifications for individual parcels, and provide other resources such as maps or application
materials as appropriate. Direct customers to other staff or agencies for
further assistance when necessary.
· Review site plans
and land use permit applications, issue permits, and render written opinions
and determinations where appropriate. Review Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA)
variance application packets for completeness and provide support to the ZA for
ZBA case files.
· Investigate zoning
violations, conduct site inspections, and pursue appropriate means of
correction, which may include documenting the violation, issuing civil
infraction tickets, cooperating with prosecution in preparing a case for court,
and testifying in court as may be required when non-litigious efforts fail.
· Maintain department
filing system and databases, including assisting Zoning Administrator in
logging complaints and enforcement actions into the BS&A (or similar)
system. · Attend meetings
when directed by the Zoning Administrator, Planning Director, or Township
Supervisor, or as otherwise mandated by state statute.
· Assist with FOIA
requests.
Qualifications:
Knowledge
of:
· Standard office
support practices and procedures, including the use of standard office
equipment.
· Computer
applications related to the work, including word processing, spreadsheet, and
database applications.
· Proficient in
Microsoft Office or similar programs
· Techniques for
providing a high level of customer service to the public and Township staff, in
person, over the telephone, and through electronic communication.
· Strong analytical
and problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail
· Safe work
practices.
Ability
to:
· Review and verify
the accuracy of data.
· Ability to work
independently and as part of a team.
· Work with moderate
noise level.
· Organize your own
work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
· Enter and retrieve
data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy to perform assigned
work.
· Provide exceptional
customer service to coworkers, and the public.
· Prepare clear and
concise reports, correspondence, procedures, and other written materials.
· Use English
effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
· Establish and
maintain effective working relationships with employees and those contacted in
the course of work.
· Operate modern
office equipment including computers and supporting word processing,
spreadsheet, and database applications.
Education & Experience: Bachelor’s
degree in City Planning, Public Administration or a related field or completion of MSU Zoning Administrator Certificate Program and two years
of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of
education and experience.
Additional Requirements: An
acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal
history check and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Physical Demands: The
physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit,
talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to
finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and
arms.
The
employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust
focus.
Work Environment: The
work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment of
moderate level.
Interested and qualified
candidates must submit a resume, complete the application found here https://shorturl.at/KCxbZ and
return to Highland Township Supervisor’s Department at 205 N John St, Highland
MI or by email to
If you have any questions please call the Supervisor's Office at
248-887-3791 EXT. 6.
Closing Date: Until Filled
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: This position
has been determined to be non-union, non-exempt by the Fair Labor Standards
Act.
Part-Time Payroll & Administrative Assistant
Salary: $21.68 per hour
Department: Bookkeeping in cooperation with Township Clerk, Treasurer,
and Supervisor
Schedule: Part-Time up to 29
Hours per week
Potential working hours: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday - Friday
Benefits: Paid Time Off and Holidays according to work schedule
Position Overview: Ensure
that Township and Fire Department employees are paid and benefits are administered accurately,
records are maintained, and compliance standards are adhered to.
This
position reports to the Highland Township Clerk, Treasurer and Supervisor.
Essential Job
Functions:
The following tasks are
representative and are not to be considered all-inclusive.
· Accurately and
timely processing payroll, ensuring compliance with Township policy, labor
laws, and tax regulations.
· Maintain accurate
and secure employee payroll records, training records, and benefits records.
· Process and monitor
payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, and other employee pay. Investigate and
resolve any payroll discrepancies or employee inquiries.
· Prepare payroll
reports for internal and external use.
· Assist with
day-to-day HR tasks, including maintaining employee records and managing HR
documents. Acting as a point of contact for employee HR-related inquiries.
· Administrative
support for onboarding of new employees and status changes of existing
employees.
Qualifications:
Knowledge
of:
· Standard office
support practices and procedures, including the use of standard office
equipment.
· Computer
applications related to the work, including word processing, spreadsheet, and
database applications.
· Strong math skills
and solid understanding of accounting principles.
· Proficient in
Microsoft Office or similar programs
· Techniques for
providing a high level of customer service to the public and Township staff, in
person, over the telephone, and through electronic communication.
· Strong analytical
and problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail
· Safe work
practices.
Ability
to:
· Review and verify
the accuracy of data.
· Ability to work
independently and as part of a team.
· Provide discretion
and confidentiality for handling sensitive employee information.
· Work with moderate
noise level.
· Organize your own
work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
· Enter and retrieve
data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy to perform assigned
work.
· Provide exceptional
customer service to coworkers, and the public.
· Prepare clear and
concise reports, correspondence, procedures, and other written materials.
· Use English
effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
· Establish and
maintain effective working relationships with employees and those contacted in
the course of work.
· Operate modern
office equipment including computers and supporting word processing,
spreadsheet, and database applications.
Education & Experience: Requires
one-year certificate from college or technical school; or 1 year of related
experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and
experience.
Additional Requirements: An
acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal
history check and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Physical Demands: The
physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit,
talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to
finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and
arms.
The
employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust
focus.
Work Environment: The
work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is
usually quiet.
Interested and qualified
candidates must submit a resume, complete the application found here https://shorturl.at/KCxbZ and
return to Highland Township Supervisor’s Department at 205 N John St, Highland
MI or by email to
f you have any questions please call the Supervisor's Office at
248-887-3791 EXT. 6.
Closing Date: Until Filled
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: This position
has been determined to be non-union, non-exempt by the Fair Labor Standards
Act.
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Paid & Unpaid Volunteer Opportunities:
Election Worker
In order to successfully run our elections, Highland hires a staff of paid workers to work at the polls. Precinct inspectors are people who are paid to assist voters at the polls on Election Day. A precinct inspector must be a registered voter of the State. They cannot be a challenger, candidate, member of a candidate's immediate family, or a member of the local Board of Canvassers. Anyone convicted of a felony or an election crime may not serve. Paid training is provided. Please contact the Clerk's Office at 248-887-3791 x 5 with any questions you have.
Paid and U
npaid Volunteer Positions
***All positions are currently full, please consider submitting an application to be held on file***
There are many Volunteer opportunities in the Township. Some of these positions are unpaid and others pay stipend. Following is a list of boards, committees and organizations looking for volunteers:
Board of Review- paid by the hour approximately 5 state required meetings per year
Highland Downtown Development Authority- unpaid monthly board meetings and projects
Planning Commission- paid 2 meetings per month
Zoning Board of Appeals- paid 2 meetings per month Garden Club- become a member unpaid meetings and projects
Highland Activity Center- unpaid assist with activities
If you are interested in any one of or more of these opportunities, please contact the Township Supervisors office at 248-887-3791 ext. 6 or email
