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Downtown Development Authority Summer Internships


DDA Marketing and Event Internship – Summer 2024

Salary/Benefits: $15/hr.

10 - 15 Hours/Week

Duration: May 2024 through August 2024 (16 weeks)

JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the DDA Director, the intern will perform entry level professional work for the Downtown Development Authority with a focus on marketing and summer events. They will have the opportunity to participates in and/or lead a variety of projects contributing to the continued success of various DDA initiatives.

A full job description can be found via this link: DDA Marketing and Events Internship - Summer 2024.


DDA Farmers Market Internship – Summer 2024

Salary/Benefits: $15/hr.

10 - 15 Hours/Week

Duration: May 2024 through August 2024 (17 weeks)

JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the DDA Director, the intern will undertake entry-level professional duties for the Downtown Development Authority, centered on operational and communication needs. They will have the opportunity to participates in and/or lead a variety of projects contributing to the continued success of the Ada Village Farmers Market.

A full job description can be found via this link: DDA Farmers Market Internship - Summer 2024.


Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume to:

Haley Stichman, DDA Director

hstichman@adatownshipmi.com

Office: (616) 920-7315

Seasonal Parks & Recreation Worker

The Ada Township Parks & Recreation Department is seeking two (2) qualified individuals to serve as Seasonal Parks & Recreation Workers. This is a part-time position consisting of 25-35 hours per week beginning in May and ending in August. This position’s compensation is $16/hr and will require some scheduled flexibility to work regular night and weekend shifts. Individuals working in this position will be primarily housed out of Ada Park (1180 Buttrick Ave. SE, Ada, MI. 49301) but will be delegated with duties and tasks at a variety of Ada Township Parks & other properties. Individuals in this role will work collaboratively with and report to both the Parks & Recreation Director, as well as the Buildings, Facilities, and Grounds Director.

Ada Township Parks and Recreation offers a wide range of park services, amenities, programs, and special events. Applicants should be comfortable in these settings with skills to support daily operations. The full position description can be downloaded in pdf format HERE.

General position duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Perform routine parks maintenance tasks that include weeding, trimming, trash & yard waste removal, restroom cleaning & re-stocking.
  • Provide program support for athletics, special events, and other community focused activities.
  • Participate in the upkeep of Township trails, parks, and other properties.
  • Assist with the logistical operations for a variety of events that include managing parking, hanging signage, setting up chairs, tables, and temporary fencing.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and three (3) professional references to the contact listed below no later than 11:59pm on Sunday, April 14th 2024. (Applications may be submitted via mail, or email)

Attn: Wesley Deason

Director – Parks & Recreation

7330 Thornapple River Drive SE. PO 370 - or - E: wdeason@adatownshipmi.com

Ada, MI. 49301

Election Inspectors Needed!

Kent County Clerk Lisa Posthumus Lyons is actively inviting individuals with an interest in participating in the electoral process to apply for the role of Election Inspector.

Election Inspectors are paid positions that are trained to work in the precincts on Election Day, process absentee ballots in absentee voter counting boards, or run early voting sites. They are made up of republicans and democrats and work under the direction of each jurisdiction’s local clerk.

What Election Inspectors Do:

  • Assist voters at polling places during Early Voting and on Election Day
  • Verify voter information upon check-in at the voting location
  • Process absentee ballots in an Absentee Voter Counting Board
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state election laws
  • Uphold the security of the voting process and confidentiality of voters

Requirements for Election Inspectors

Eligibility criteria for individuals seeking to serve as election inspectors involve the following requirements:

  • must be a registered voter. However, those 16-18 years of age and a Michigan resident may also serve as additional inspectors,
  • must submit an Election Inspector application to their local clerk, and
  • cannot be a poll challenger, candidate, or member of a candidate’s immediate family, in that election where that candidate is appearing on the ballot.

Application Process

To apply, individuals may contact their local city or township clerk to fill out an application. In addition to their name, address, and date of birth, applicants must include their political party preference and qualifications to fill the position such as education or experience.

Training Sessions

Training sessions to become an Elections Inspector begin on January 16 and run through mid February 2024. To sign-up for one of Kent County’s trainings, visit here. Once hired, new Election Inspectors will be partnered with a veteran Election Inspector to become more comfortable with the process.

“With the Presidential Primary taking place on February 27, our need for additional Election Inspectors is now,” Lyons emphasized. “Please join us in this important work to deliver the secure, transparent, fair, and accurate elections Kent County voters know and deserve!"

Additional information on Election Inspectors, including the application form and County training schedule, is available on our website at KentCountyVotes.com.