Employment

The Bath Charter Township Fire Department has openings for volunteer firefighters. These are paid “on-call” positions available to local residents who are able to quickly respond to our service area of Bath Charter Township.

All training and equipment provided.

All candidates will have to complete an application form in order to be considered for the position and you must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Applications are available at the link below, or at the Bath Charter Township Offices at 14480 Webster Road, Bath, Ml 48808, Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. All applicants must print and sign the Release of Information form in the presence of a notary.

 

Online Application

PDF Application

Release of Information Form

Bath Charter Township is hiring for the part-time position of Planning Intern. An entry level land use planning position with focus on basic land use, demographic data collection, and analysis. Position requires solid research, writing, analytical, and communication skills with some knowledge of land use planning principles. The position offers the opportunity to gain experience in the day-to-day operations of a Township Planning Department, land use administration including site plan review, special use permits, and rezonings. A full job description is available below.

Those interested in applying may use the online application or PDF application and email it to mroblyer@bathtownship.us. Applications will be accepted through Friday, January 10, 2025.

Online Application

PDF Application

Planning Intern Job Description

Bath Charter Township has begun the application process for the hiring of a full-time Police Chief. Under the direction of the Township Superintendent, with a contract managed by the Board of Trustees, the Police Chief is responsible for directing the Bath Township Police Department with a staff of 1 lieutenant, 2 sergeants, 1 detective, 9 full-time officers, 1 part-time officer, 1 reserve officer, and 2 office administrators. The Bath Township Police Department operates with a community policing philosophy, and prioritizes training and professional growth of its officers. The ideal candidate for this position would share these ideals, while also having the drive and determination to continue advancing the department into modern policing.

Bath Township is home to approximately 14,000 residents. Situated in the southeastern corner of Clinton County, the township has doubled in population since the 2010 Census, mainly due to young professionals from the greater Lansing area choosing to settle with their families in a more rural setting. The township includes several areas of larger developments along East Saginaw Highway and Chandler Road.

Salary of $105,000 (minimum, dependent on qualifications) and a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, and three professional references by the end of business on January 10, 2025 to: Superintendent Karen Hildebrant, 14480 Webster Road, P.O. Box 247, Bath, MI 48808, or khildebrant@bathtownship.us. Applicants may request confidentiality with submission of materials.

Police Chief Job Description

Open Date 09/12/2024

The Bath Township Police Department is currently accepting applications and resumes from qualified candidates for a full-time Police Officer position.

QUALIFICATIONS – Minimum qualifications for the position are:

• Must be a citizen of the United States
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to successfully pass an extensive background check, physical examination, psychological examination, and drug screening test
• Ability to perform the essential job functions of a police officer
• Ability to successfully complete all phases of the selection process

BENEFITS: 

• Starting base pay is $60,357.44 w/no experience.
• PHP Health Insurance
• Optical Insurance
• Optical/Dental/Medical Reimbursement
• Delta Dental for employees minor children
• Short/Long Term disability
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Longevity Pay
• $50,000 employer paid Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Education bonuses
• Physical fitness bonuses
• MERS Defined Benefit B-4 Retirement Plan F55(20), E-2 Cola,

*Lateral transfers accepted – “New employees having prior law enforcement experience may be given seniority for pay purposes only, which in the judgment of the Police Chief, properly reflects said employee’s value to Bath Charter Township.”

*See the current CBA agreement between the Bath Charter Township Board of Trustees and the Police Officers Labor Council for specific pay/benefits.

APPLICATIONS: Applications can be obtained at the Bath Township Police Department, located at 14480 Webster Road, Bath MI 48808. Applications are also available here.

Applications and resume must be submitted in person. A handwriting sample will need to be completed and submitted with the application. Application drop off hours are M-F 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

This posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Contact Person:

Chief Gary Smith

14480 Webster Rd, Bath MI 48808

Phone (517) 641-6271 Ext 116

police@bathtownship.us