City of Grand Rapids

Apply NowNature of Work The purpose of this job is to ensure the efficient and reliable delivery of Drinking Water. Provides safe, good tasting, good quality drinking water customers in sufficient quantities and at a reasonable cost. Provides reliable equipment operations needed to accomplish this endeavor. Provides support services to other departments within the city's organization. Essential ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work The purpose of this job is to provide legal services on issues and projects of importance to the City.  Depending on assigned area(s), this job may involve litigation, municipal affairs and/or ordinance enforcement.  Position will involve an introductory level of autonomy and depth of knowledge, with increased skill and expertise over time.     There are currently two ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work Police interns assist the sworn and civilian staff of the Grand Rapids Police Department and the community with a variety of law enforcement-related responsibilities. The work is performed under the direct supervision of a designated supervisor in the police department.  This position involves daily customer service with citizens over the phone and in person at the ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work The purpose of this job is to install, maintain, test, repair, upgrade electrical equipment and infrastructure ranging from low voltage (600Volts or less) and medium voltage (600Volts to 12,470Volts).ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work The purpose of this job is to perform field inspection of public projects in construction.  Performs design engineering calculations in support of construction plans and specifications.  Performs AutoCAD at a proficient level to prepare complete and accurate construction plans.  Maintain project documentation for record keeping purposes on municipal engineering projects.  ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work This position will leverage the multi-layered Grand River restoration project to create policy and systems that support the utilization of Micro-Local Business Enterprises (MLBE), wealth creation focused on reducing disparities through river business development and support, embed equity in the multiple Request for Proposals (RFPs) and contracts to be issued, hiring of ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work This is a Natural Progression position. Satisfactory completion of the assigned duties and responsibilities results in appointment to Plant Assistant II. This is manual and some semiskilled work in the care and maintenance of Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities and grounds.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  The intent of this job description is to provide a ...read more

Apply NowThe Community Grand Rapids, with a population of nearly 200,000, is the second-largest city in Michigan and the largest in West Michigan. Located on the Grand River about 30 miles east of Lake Michigan and just three hours from Chicago, the city offers both the amenities of a growing metropolitan area and the accessibility of a close-knit community.  The region is known for its strong ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work This is a semi-skilled technical training position designed to develop the necessary knowledge and skills required in the installation, repair, operation, and maintenance of a water distribution system as well as the sanitary and storm sewer system. Work is to be accomplished under direct and indirect supervision.  Employees in this position will perform general laboring ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work The purpose of this job is to ensure optimal operation of the treatment plant, collection system, stormwater system, distribution system and all associated equipment and related stations. Responds to emergencies related to plant and collection system operation. Observes plant systems and provides work orders for equipment maintenance or problems. Observes observational ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work Specific duties for this position will include running payroll for the Fiscal Service and Purchasing Departments, maintaining personnel records, ordering office supplies and maintaining inventory, handling management of accounts payable including purchase orders and invoice payments, and projects including helping to manage the City procurement card program and other ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work The purpose of this job is to provide professional level administrative support services to a department head or other administrative position. This position manages the Water Education & Outreach Program as well as the West Michigan Water Career Program. Work as staff liaison to the various departmental divisions and programs and outside agencies. In some instances, this ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work This is technical work assuring the proper and effective operation of a water treatment or pumping plant on an assigned shift.  Work is performed under the general supervision of a Water Plant Operator III or or another supervisor or superintendent.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major ...read more

Apply NowNature of Work The City of Grand Rapids is seeking a skilled and strategic Risk Manager to lead our Risk Management Division within the Human Resources Department. This leadership role is essential in ensuring the City’s compliance, safety, and risk management practices are effective, forward-thinking, and responsive to organizational needs. The Risk Manager will oversee workers’ ...read more