Employment Opportunities
Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
The City of Big Rapids is accepting applications, resumes with cover letter for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent.
This is a full-time position that works under the direction of the Public Works Director. Manages and directs the operations and maintenance of the City's Class "B" activated sludge wastewater treatment plant to meet all State and Federal regulatory criteria. Supervises, plans, and coordinates the operation, maintenance and repair of the treatment plant, lift stations and related pumps, meters and facilities.
Complete job description can be found here.
Starting salary : $68,048
To apply, please fill out a full-time employment application, found in the left side navigation panel.
Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 231-592-4007 or hr@cityorbr.org. Application are due by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 8, 2023. Position open until filled. City of Big Rapids is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
Deputy Chief - Police Division
The City of Big Rapids is accepting applications, resumes with cover letter for a full-time Deputy Chief-Police Division . This is a non-union position
This is a full-time position that works under the general supervision of the Chief of Police, plans, develops and directs the Police Division. Coordinates and supervises administrative and operational activities. Assists the Chief in developing policies, departmental budgets, and reports. Serves as the Chief in the absence of the incumbent if so directed.
Qualifications required: Bachelor's degree is preferred in criminal justice, public administration, or related field. Ten years of experience as a police officer including prior command-level experience. The City, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.
Complete job description can be found here.
Salary range: $76,105-$90,953 (depending on qualifications)
To apply, please fill out a full-time employment application, found in the left side navigation panel.
Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 231-592-4007 or hr@cityorbr.org. Application are due by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 5, 2023. Position open until filled. City of Big Rapids is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
The City of Big Rapids is accepting applications, resumes with cover letter for a full-time Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Performs a variety of technical, semi-skilled, and labor work in the business, operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant; and to perform related work as required.
Qualifications required: High School Diploma or equivalent. Possession of or ability to obtain, at a minimum, a valid Michigan Class "D" Wastewater Operator License . The City, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.
Complete job description can be found here.
Starting pay: $20.3722/hour depending on license
To apply, please fill out an employment application, found in the left side navigation panel.
Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 231-592-4007 or hr@cityorbr.org. Application are due by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. Position open until filled. City of Big Rapids is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
Police Officer: Full-Time
The City of Big Rapids is accepting applications, resumes with cover letter for a Full-Time Police Officer.This is a full-time position, under the general direction of the Police Chief. This position will perform responsible law enforcement and patrol work. Maintain order in the City, respond to citizen complaints, regulate traffic, protect life and property, prevent crime and quell civil disorder. Procure and preserve evidence. Perform related work as required.
Qualifications required: High school diploma or equivalent, two years of credits from an accredited college or university, MCOLES certified/certifiable, and at least 21 years old.
If you have prior police experience, please contact HR for lateral transfer language.
Applicants will be required to participate in a multi-phase hiring process including but not limited to a written test, oral interview, ride a long and background investigation process.
To apply, please fill out a full-time employment application, found in the left side navigation panel.
Starting wages as of January 2023:
$54,084 (without a degree) and $55,167 (with a degree). Applicants with 3 years prior police experience and up-to-date MCOLES license will have a starting wage of $55,820 (without a degree) and $56,938(with a degree). After the probationary period, the employee shall be paid the two (2) year rate of pay. In addition, upon completion of the probationary period, new officers will receive a $1,500 bonus.
Complete job description can be found here.
Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 231-592-4007 or hr@cityorbr.org. Position open until filled. City of Big Rapids is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
Dial-A-Ride Driver: Part-Time
The City of Big Rapids is accepting applications, resumes with cover letter for the Dial-A-Ride Driver position.
This is a part-time position, under the general direction of the Director of Transportation. This position will receive and transmit messages from and to the dispatch control station, transport bus riders from one location to another, and perform related work as required.
Qualifications required: knowledge of the City and a CDL License with “P” Endorsement is preferred. Willing to train the right person.
To apply, please fill out a part-time employment application, found in the left side navigation panel.
Starting hourly rate after training is $17.80 per hour, 20-25 hours per week. Complete job description can be found here.
Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 231-592-4007 or hr@cityorbr.org. Position open until filled. City of Big Rapids is an equal opportunity employer and provider.