Chocolay Manager

Manager-Charter Township of Chocolay

The Charter Township of Chocolay seeks an experienced individual as its next Township Manager.

Responsibilities:

The Chocolay Board of Trustees seeks an experienced manager and leader to work with as a team member, supporter, and trusted advisor. Chocolay Township is located in Marquette County in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The next Township Manager will work closely with the Board to implement its priorities and policies. The individual will have a solid working knowledge of Michigan Township Government practices. The Board understands that it should set policy while the Manager should run the day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate must have demonstrated experience working successfully with a Board to establish a vision, identify goals, and collaboratively chart a course for the future.

Chocolay Township operates on a $2.94 million budget with an estimated revenue of $3.73 based on tax and grant improvements and has 38 total employees, with 14 full-time employees

Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree is required from an accredited four-year college or university, with major coursework in public administration, business administration, finance or related fields. Desired qualifications include at least three years of direct government or five years of equivalent Board experience in a similarly sized organization. Extensive knowledge of Michigan laws related to township government and finances. For more detailed information, please visit https://chocolay.gov/ or contact consultant Chet Janik at 231-633-7680, cjanikmli@genesseisd.org

How to Apply E-mail your cover letter and resume in PDF format to cjanikmli@geneseeisd.org

Mailed resumes can be sent to:

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Chocolay Township Manager's Office- Att. Chet Janik

5010 US 41 South

Marquette, MI 49855

Salary:

$97,000-$112,000 with a $3,000 increase after a six-month successful evaluation plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes a housing and moving stipend

The application deadline date is February 22, 2025

The Board seeks a multi-year contract that includes annual performance reviews.