Current Full Time Openings:
Current Part Time Openings:
Applications with resume are required for all full time positions.
They may be dropped off or mailed to:
City of Port Huron
Municipal Office Center
Human Resources Department
100 McMorran Blvd.
Room 201
Port Huron, MI 48060
Phone: 810-984-9723
Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
An Equal Opportunity Employer • Equal Housing Opportunity
Job applications are provided in PDF format.
Police Officer
Police Officer
City of Port Huron
Job Announcement
The Port Huron Police Department is one of southeast Michigan’s most progressive police departments. We are looking for men and women who want to become part of an exciting police organization which has set its sights well into the 21st Century.
The Port Huron Police Department is a full service police agency and has achieved national accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies.
Qualified applicants must possess the following: a high school diploma or equivalent, MCOLES certified or certifiable (unless presently employed by the Port Huron Police Department) or out-of-state equivalent, 18 years of age, a United States citizen, able to obtain a valid Michigan operator’s license with an excellent driving record, and no felony convictions. You must be able to complete an extensive entry level written examination, oral interview, drug screening and psychological evaluation.
Officers of the Port Huron Police Department are expected to perform responsible law enforcement which includes, but is not limited to, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, prevention, detection and investigations of crime and delinquency, the apprehension of violators,
the recovery of property, preservation of order and related police functions.
Present salary range is $36,685 - $57,977 annually
The City of Port Huron is now using the Law Enforcement Testing Systems (LETS) through EMPCO. The first step in the application process is to complete an application and schedule an entry level Police Officer test through the website at https://www.empco.net/testing/ and follow the instructions. There will be a fee to take the examination, but the results of this one test will be accepted by all participating departments in Michigan. You must fully complete the application and pass the test by February 13, 2012 to be included on the eligibility list for the City of Port Huron.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Utilities Foreman III
UTILITIES FOREMAN III
WATER DISTRIBUTION / WASTEWATER COLLECTION / METER READING
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To supervise a group of meter readers, equipment operators or others engaged in the construction, maintenance and repair of water meters, water distribution or sewer collection system and to perform related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work is performed under the general supervision of the Utilities Manager or other designated official.
TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.
- Assign and supervise the work operations of personnel engaged in the sewer system or water distribution system.
- Assist in ordering, storing and controlling the use of departmental equipment and supplies.
- Train new employees in equipment and work operations.
- Make inspections of work in progress and upon completion to determine conformance with plans and specifications.
- Shut off and turn on water services and mains.
- Make inspection of the systems to determine necessary maintenance or repair.
- Supervise disinfection of new water mains.
- Make inspections to ensure that proper safety precautions are observed in the various work operations, including compliance with MIOSHA and work zone safety standards.
- Maintain liaison with private contractors, utility companies and other municipal departments to ensure the safety and reliability of the sewer system and water distribution system during construction activities.
- Train and supervise employees assigned to meter reading and repair work.
- Establish reading routes.
- Provide accurate data and updates to data center, and use information provided for prompt repair.
- Schedule water meter readings and repairs for efficiency and economy.
- Respond to customer complaints and investigate claims.
- Maintain files and records; prepare annual reports utilizing current O&M software package.
- Purchase necessary supplies.
- Prepare budget requests, manage and track expenditures.
- Perform related work as required.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:
- Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials and procedures required installing, testing, calibrating and repairing water meters.
- Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair of the sewer systems or water distribution system including water mains and the distribution lines, water service connections, fire hydrants, water valves and cross connection prevention devices.
- Considerable knowledge of the operational capabilities and requirements of a variety of automotive and power-driven equipment.
- Some knowledge of the principles of hydraulics.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and specifications.
- Ability to supervise the activities of a group of employees engaged in sewer construction or water distribution maintenance, repair or related work.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to work effectively with the public and other employees.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of Electronic Data Processing skills in spreadsheets, word processing and other specialized EDP interface equipment for downloading water accounts data.
- ACompetent Person@ qualification for trenching and shoring.
- Must have a valid Michigan Driver License (Operator=s).
An employee in this class, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following training and experience:
- Graduation from an accredited high school.
- Several years of progressively responsible experience in the construction, maintenance and repair of sanitary and storm sewer systems or the installation, maintenance and repair of a water distribution system.
- State of Michigan S-1 certification required.
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Part-time Assessing Clerk
Salary: $9.50 - $11.50 per hour depending on qualifications.
Work Schedule: Approximately 24 – 30 hours per week (Monday through Friday)
Application Deadline: Monday, February 20, 2012
**Application and resume required when applying for this position.**
PART-TIME ASSESSING CLERK
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform responsible clerical, typing, computer, and general record keeping work, as well as maintain an automated system for property tax record-keeping. Contact with the public of a technical nature related to Michigan Property Tax Law for the assessment of real and personal property.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work is performed under the general direction of the City Assessor.
TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (These examples do not include all the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)
Ø Develop and apply a thorough working knowledge of the details related to an automated record-keeping system.
Ø Maintain a system of obtaining and examining documents from other city and county offices and other private sources; such as, deeds, land contracts, wills, probate orders and other pertinent information relative to property within the City and the incorporation of such information in the assessment records.
Ø Assist in the preparation of the annual assessment roll.
Ø Input data into computer and PC equipment.
Ø Maintain records and assist in carrying out their functions.
Ø Considerable public contact, directly and by telephone.
Ø Perform related work as required.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:
Ø Considerable knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
Ø Ability to read and interpret city, street, and plat maps.
Ø Ability to maintain an accurate index of property descriptions, property locations, and current ownership. The initiative to recognize and recommend such revisions as necessary.
Ø Accuracy in compilation and computation of records and reports.
Ø Ability to interpret property descriptions.
Ø Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public and to establish satisfactory working relationships with other employees.
Ø Ability to type forty (40) words per minute accurately.
An employee in this class, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following training and experience:
Ø Graduation from an accredited high school, including or supplemented by business, bookkeeping and/or accounting courses.
Ø Experience in responsible clerical, typing, computer, accounting, and related fields.
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