Description

Applications are being accepted for the Secretary position in the Building Department. 

The annual salary range is $57,289 - $61,308 and includes generous health insurance benefits, including dental and optical insurance, paid time off, and holidays. The Township also belongs to the MERS defined benefit pension plan. This is a full-time, non-exempt position in the Building Department. 

This position will be under the supervision of the Building Official. An employee in this classification performs a variety of administrative support functions within the building division and other departments as assigned. Employees are responsible for supporting the daily activities of the division, including administrative support for building permit operations and services. 

This position requires two or more years of customer service in an office environment or working with the public. Strong oral and written communication skills are necessary. Proficiency in Excel, MS Word, and Outlook required. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. 

First review of applications will be on November 21, 2025. Applications will be accepted until filled.  

Applications and a complete job description can be found on the White Lake Township Website: https://www.whitelaketwp.com/jobs.

        Please submit electronically to:

                                                Robin Myers, HR Generalist 

                                                rmyers@whitelaketwp.com 

                                                White Lake Township Human Resources Office

                                                7525 Highland Rd., White Lake, MI 48383

White Lake is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/D/V.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. 

Two or more years of customer service in an office environment or working with the public. 

Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. 

Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 

Proficient in Excel, MS Word, and Outlook. 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS 

Familiarity with Township government, ordinance policies and procedures. 
Familiarity with departmental policies and procedures. 
Familiarity with applicable Michigan laws, case law, Rules, and Regulations. 
Familiarity with the principles of record keeping, bookkeeping, office management, and administration. 
Familiarity with computer operations utilizing a variety of software. 
Familiarity with the principles of effective note and/or minute taking. 
Familiarity with the proper operation of various types of recording equipment. 
Familiarity with automated meter reading systems and BS&A is a plus. 
 

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate office equipment and controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to walk, sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, and crouch. 
 

The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and /or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.