Job description

We ARE Grand Haven Charter Township

We are a beautiful, thriving community of over 19,000 residents, located in Northwest Ottawa County where our residents and visitors can find miles of pristine beaches, towering sand dunes and breathtaking sunsets along the shores of Lake Michigan. Our clean and safe community values a family-centered atmosphere; we also offer vibrant parks, world-class schools, as well as an appreciation of the arts and healthy lifestyles. Our community is a place where agri-businesses and industry seek to locate, bringing with them more opportunities for growth.

We are an organization that values trust and mutual respect. Our staff members are empowered to make decisions and create positive change. We are committed to continuous improvement through the use of technology and collaboration with our customers, peers, and neighbors. We know our past, and we learn from it so that we can grow together as a community.

We are looking for someone who shares our same values and enjoys being part of a team. The full-time job duties vary greatly from the quiet times of routine maintenance of firefighting equipment and desk work to the excitement of responding to emergency calls and managing staff. Someone with a passion for providing excellent customer service, to our community, during stressful, emergency situations and has prior firefighter and leadership experience will be a great fit for this role.

A Day in the Life:

• Under the general supervision of the Fire Chief and Captain, the Lieutenant is responsible for the command of a shift including the apparatus, equipment and personnel involved with combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires and the saving of life and property.
• Responsible for incident command at an emergency scene and abatement of the emergency, including entering burning buildings with firefighters, unless working under a superior officer.
• Responsible for correcting hazardous actions of firefighters, enforcement of Standards Operating Procedures (S.O.P.’s) and rules and regulations and the recommendation of further disciplinary action, if warranted, to the Captain and/or Fire Chief.
• Responsible for the proper maintenance of apparatus and equipment in accordance with standing orders and the timely completion of required fire and medical emergency reports.
• While subject to the requirements of written orders, regulations, and the verbal directions of a superior, the Lieutenant exercises great independence of judgment and action while in command at fires, rescues, and other emergencies.

What We Offer:

• Full-time.
• A competitive salary range per the IAFF Collective Bargaining Agreement, depending on experience, from $64,050 - $79,971, with additional paramedic pay available.
• Health and dental coverage for you and your family, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution.
• A 401(a) plan, through the Municipal Employees’ Retirement System (MERS), with a 10% Township contribution.
• A generous paid time off program to help you keep a healthy work/life balance.
• Financial protection through disability, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Supplemental insurance options at group rates.
• Educational reimbursement benefits and access to a fitness facility to keep your mind and body healthy.

When you become a Grand Haven Charter Township employee, you do more than simply change jobs. You become part of the GHCT family, a group of talented individuals who provide superior customer service to their residents and visitors, love their jobs, embrace change, and celebrate the community that is GRAND HAVEN CHARTER TOWNSHIP!

What You Will Need:

• Associates Degree - in Public Administration or Fire Science preferred but not required.
• Current Emergency Medical Services licensure of Emergency Medical Technician or greater. Shall obtain Michigan Paramedic license within one year of hire.
• Certification in Fire Fighter I and II in accordance with the standards established by the Michigan Fire Fighters Training Council.
• Fire Officer I and II obtained within 3 years of date of hire.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience as a full-time firefighter or six (6) years experience as a part-time firefighter.
• Haz-Mat Awareness.
• Haz-Mat Operations.
• CPR Certification.
• Must complete a minimum of twenty (20) hours of training per year.
• Must possess a valid unrestricted driver’s license.

How to Apply:

• View the full job description online at: http://www.ght.org/departments/human-resources/.
• Send a cover letter, resume and application to Karen Sherwood.
• Any questions can be directed to Karen Sherwood, Human Resources Director, at 616.604.6309.
• Application deadline: May 19, 2023, or until filled.

Grand Haven Charter Township is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting and retaining the most qualified employees regardless of race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, height, weight, or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.81 - $28.48 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Paramedic License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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