The following City Hall departments are open Monday through Friday
from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

City Clerk
Water Billing
Treasurer's Payment Window
Assessing
Income Tax

All other City Hall and Commerce Pointe offices close from noon to 1 p.m. Lunchtime appointments may be made by contacting the office directly

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Human Resources Manager: Paul Engels
10 N. Division St., Suite 215
 Battle Creek, MI   49037
269-966-3377 (voice)
269-966-3644 (fax)

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The City of Battle Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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Employment Opportunities 
Employment Process 

Employment Process

  1. City positions open to the public may be posted in any or all of the following:

    • Local newspapers

    • Professional magazines/websites

    • City web site

    • Area college/university placement offices

    • State employment service

    • Area minority and female organizations

  2. Applicants must submit an application or resume.

  3. All applications, cover letters, and resumes are reviewed to determine an applicant’s eligibility for open positions. Unsolicited applications and/or resumes will not be kept on file.

    • Those who meet eligibility requirements receive information regarding the need to test or interview.

    • Those who do not meet the eligibility requirements are sent acknowledgements, if at all possible.

  4. Tests are administered, if required. Applicants are notified of results.

  5. Interviews are conducted.

  6. Background screens are conducted on successful applicants. These screens may include any or all of the following: criminal, driving and employment history; education/certification/license verification; and other qualifications required of the position.

  7. All selected applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen (safety sensitive City positions requiring a Commercial Drivers' License (CDL) must pass a drug and alcohol test), and may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical, possibly including a back x-ray.

General Information

Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Battle Creek is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or other criteria prohibited by city, state or federal law.

Recruitment Announcements: Recruitment announcements for each City of Battle Creek job open to the public will list the following:

  • Salary information

  • Job duties

  • Educational requirements

  • Experience requirements

  • License requirements

  • Testing requirements

  • Closing date

Reasonable Accommodations - Applicants with disabilities should notify Human Resources if special accommodations are required. The City will attempt to make reasonable accommodations for applicants, as specified under state and federal law.

Address/Telephone Changes - If your address or telephone number changes, please notify Human Resources at 269-966-3377 or email us.