Employment Opportunities

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

The Charter Township of Ypsilanti is a family-oriented community of over 50,000 residents located on the eastern edge of Washtenaw County. The Director of Human Resources, under the general direction of the Township Supervisor, or their specified designee, directs, manages, and coordinates, the human resources and risk management activities for all Township departments, including the Fire Department as well as Parks & Recreation. Responsibilities include recruitment, selection, classification and compensation, benefits administration, workers’ compensation, risk management insurance programs, training, employee relations, labor contract administration and negotiations, and employee safety and wellness. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and/or personal information. Provides leadership around such initiatives as identifying cost efficiencies across departments.

Essential Functions, Qualifications and KSA’s for Employment

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.  These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, Human Resources, Labor Relations or a related field. A Master’s Degree in a related field is preferred. SPHR or similar certification is highly desirable.
• Leadership experience working in the public sector is required.
• Seven or more years of labor relations, human resources management, or related experience. Experience with supervising and developing others.
• Thorough knowledge of the laws, statutes, and regulations pertaining to employee recruitment, hiring, discharge, record-keeping, training, payroll, insurance and retirement.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of municipal government operations, including budget management.
• Demonstrated success with establishing confidential and effective working relationships. Demonstrated use of good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with employees, Elected Officials and the public.
• Thorough knowledge of Human Resources practices and techniques. Considerable knowledge of labor negotiations, contract administration, and mediation. Ability to work in collaboration with the Township designated labor attorney.
• A team player with initiative, sound judgment, integrity, and strong analytical skills. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to guide and lead the Human Resource Department. A “lead by example” management style and hold self and staff members accountable to achieving and maintaining a high level of customer service and professionalism.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, retirees, elected officials, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and professional contacts.
• The ability to convey and understand information effectively and promptly through speaking, hearing, reading, and writing.
• The ability to critically assess situations, solve problems, and work effectively within deadlines, and changing work priorities.

Starting Salary: $95,000 - $105,000 (DOQ)

Closing Date: Sunday, August 31, 2025

Detailed Job description and application are available at: Director of Human Resources ypsitownship.org or in the HR Department at the Township Civic Center, 7200 S. Huron River Dr., Ypsilanti, MI.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Charter Township of Ypsilanti is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. As such, the Charter Township of Ypsilanti provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin, disability, genetic information (GINA), height, weight, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by state and federal laws. This policy of equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination applies to all policies, procedures, terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, working conditions and training.

14-B District Court Bailiff

Shall perform responsible protective service and human support work in providing security within the court building and related work as required; works under regular supervision. The Court Bailiff is
responsible for initial security screening of all visitors and defendants entering the court building, 
maintaining order within the courtroom, and security duties in support of daily court operations. Court 
Bailiff in the employment of the 14-B District Court Office and the Charter Township of Ypsilanti 
must maintain the ability to perform the essential job functions of a Court Bailiff as described
below.
Essential Functions, Qualifications and KSA’s for Employment
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to 
perform the essential functions of the position. These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals 
requiring and requesting such accommodations.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, or legal alien.
• Must possess a high school diploma, or equivalent.
• Must possess, and maintain, a valid State of Michigan Driver’s License, with an acceptable
driving record.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain, and maintain, a valid State of Michigan CPL
(Concealed Pistol License) and complete recertification as applicable.
• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.
• Must be certified, or certifiable within 60 days, in First Aid, CPR and AED, via a
certified instructor, and complete recertification as applicable.
• Must not have any previous criminal convictions or civil judgements.
• Upon offer of employment, the applicant must successfully pass pre-employment drug
screening test and previous employment investigation.
• Previous Law Enforcement or Complex Security Setting experience is preferred.
• General knowledge of court procedures, as well as law enforcement methods, practices and
procedures.
• Ability to exercise tact and sound judgment in handling visitors of the court and in
maintaining the behavior of inmates.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Possess acceptable skill in the use of firearms, and pass requisite testing, per the State of Michigan
guidelines.
• Knowledge of the geography of the Charter Township of Ypsilanti.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action.

Hourly Wage: $30.00

Closing Date: Friday, September 12, 2025

Detailed Job description and application are available at:14-B District Court Bailiff ypsitownship.org or in the HR Department 
at the Township Civic Center, 7200 S. Huron River Dr., Ypsilanti, MI.


Equal Opportunity Employer
The Charter Township of Ypsilanti is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. As such, the Charter 
Township of Ypsilanti provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without 
regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin, 
disability, genetic information (GINA), height, weight, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, 
or any other characteristic protected by state and federal laws. This policy of equal employment opportunity and antidiscrimination applies to all policies, procedures, terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, 
recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, 
working conditions and training.