Position Openings

Seasonal Maintenance Worker
Ada Township is seeking a qualified candidate for a seasonal maintenance position in the Buildings, Facilities & Grounds Department (BFG). The position will have a non-traditional schedule and will be Monday – Friday weekly with a flexible work shift. Work hours between 9 AM and ending at 3 PM. The position may need to work later in the evenings for events like summer concerts, holiday events, etc. Some weekend work will be needed at times.
Township facilities associated with the duties of this position include assisting the BFG at Township Hall, maintenance building, water towers and pump stations grounds, streetscapes, four active recreational parks, nature preserves, the library, museum, cemeteries, and paved and non-paved trail systems. Within several facilities are amenities such as public restrooms, playgrounds, athletic fields, an amphitheater, parking lots and information systems.
General Position Duties Include Assisting in: (See full job description for specific duties):
- Seasonal Landscaping Work
- Maintenance of athletic fields and recreation equipment
- Provide custodial services for park buildings, shelters, restrooms and other facilities
- Collect and dispose of trash from parks, buildings, trails and other areas
- Operate parks equipment and hand tools
- Irrigate flower beds manually
Applicants should know about basic hand tools, basic grounds or park maintenance, and eagerness to work hard. For a full job description please click HERE.
Compensation range for the position is $16 to $18 per hour.
Please submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to Dennis Brinks, Buildings, Facilities & Grounds Director at dbrinks@adatownshipmi.com or by mail at PO Box 370 Ada, MI 49301 by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, May 28th, 2025.
Ada Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Administrative Assistant- Clerk's Office
We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Administrative Assistant to join our team. If you are looking to grow your career in a supportive and engaging environment, we would love to hear from you!
Job Overview: As our Administrative Assistant, you will provide essential support to the team by pleasantly greeting and directing all guests in person and over the phone. You will assist with day-to-day tasks and help ensure smooth administrative processes. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys contributing to a positive workplace culture.
Basic Requirements:
- Answer phone calls, emails, and other inquiries in a professional manner
- Prepare and proofread correspondence, reports, and other documents
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Retrieve, sort, and distribute mail (may require walking or driving short distances)
- Record and manage burn permits accurately
- Receive and enter payments into appropriate systems
Compensation range for this salary position is $45,000-50,000.
Full benefit package- medical, dental, and life insurance.
To apply, please send your resume to jdemarco@adatownshipmi.com. This posting will close on May 30, 2025.
Ada Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.