Houghton County Employment
If you are interested in applying for a position with the County of Houghton, you may print and complete the Employment Application below.
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Applications
Houghton County Employment Opportunities
Part-time Janitorial- Courthouse
The Houghton County is accepting applications for a permanent part-time Janitorial position for the Houghton County Courthouse.
General Summary:
Performs janitorial services and minor facility maintenance of the Courthouse,
and related grounds, additional tasks as directed by the Facilities Manager. All employees shall be required to comply with the appropriate background check.
Typical Duties:
Maintain Cleanliness of the Courthouse building, sidewalks, parking areas, and entrances.
Remove snow and ice from entrances and sidewalks. Ancillary Duties – As directed by the Facilities Manager or designee.
Applicants may apply Monday through Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM at the Administrator's Office
401 E. Houghton Ave.
Houghton, MI 49931
Accepting applications until position is filled.
Houghton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Airport Part-Time Janitorial
The Houghton County Memorial Airport is accepting applications for a permanent part-time Janitorial position for the Houghton County Memorial Airport.
General Summary:
Performs janitorial services and minor facility maintenance of the Airport terminal,
and related grounds, additional tasks as directed by the Airport Manager. All
employees shall be required to comply with the appropriate background check for
entry into restricted areas.
Typical Duties:
Maintain Cleanliness of the Airport Terminal building sidewalks, parking area, and
entrances.
Remove snow and ice from Terminal entrances and sidewalks.
Change lights inside and outside of terminal.
Prepare and maintain inventory of janitorial supplies.
Ancillary Duties – As directed by the Airport Manager or designee.
Applicants may apply Monday through Friday 10AM-4PM at the Airport Manager's Office
23810 Airpark Blvd.
Ste. 113
Calumet, MI 49913
Deadline for submitting applications is September 29, 2023 at 4:00PM.
Houghton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Part-Time Cook
The Houghton County Sheriff's Office is looking for a part- time cook. The opening for this position includes preparing meals for inmates, overseeing the daily cleanup of the kitchen. The hours for this position are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. every other Saturday and Sunday some weekdays when needed. Starting hourly rate is $18.00.
Interested individuals can pick up an application at the Houghton County Sheriff's Office or click the employment application link above.
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - Houghton County
Duties: The responsibilities of an Assistant Prosecutor include: the analysis of warrant requests; conducting pretrial conferences, bench trials and jury trials; and any other duties as assigned by the Prosecuting Attorney and Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney. Caseload will
include matters in probate and family court, and both misdemeanor and felony cases.
Requirements: Must be licensed by the State Bar of Michigan. Applicants that have sat for the July 2022 Bar Exam are eligible to apply, but employment is conditioned upon passing the Bar and Character and Fitness.
Financial Information: $55,990.00 - $69,051.00, depending on experience level, plus benefits
Application Process: Please submit a writing sample, resume, and references to:
Rebecca Wakeham
Houghton County Prosecutor’s Office
401 E. Houghton Avenue
Houghton, MI 49931
Email submission preferred: wakehamr@michigan.gov
Deadline: Open until filled
Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney—Houghton County
Duties: The responsibilities of a Chief Assistant Prosecutor include: Under the direction of the
Prosecuting attorney, help direct the activities of the assistant prosecuting attorney and
support staff; assist the Prosecuting Attorney in the administrative functions of the office; the
analysis of warrant requests; conducting pretrial conferences, bench trials and jury trials; and
any other duties as assigned by the Prosecuting Attorney. Caseload will include matters in
probate and family court, and both misdemeanor and felony cases.
Requirements: Must be licensed by the State Bar of Michigan. Applicants that have sat for the
July 2022 Bar Exam are eligible to apply, but employment is conditioned upon passing the Bar
and Character and Fitness.
Financial Information: $68,591.00 - $84,399.00, depending on experience level, plus benefits
Application Process: Please submit writing sample, resume, and references to:
Rebecca Wakeham
Houghton County Prosecutor’s Office
401 E. Houghton Avenue
Houghton, MI 49931
Email submission preferred: wakehamr@michigan.gov
Deadline: Open until filled
