Notice: 
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There will be a Special Meeting of the Village Council on Monday, October 3, 2022, at 5:00 pm in the Village Council Chambers for the selection of the Village Manager candidates for interviews, and for the Administrative Assistant/Accounting Clerk Contract.  

There will be a Regular Meeting of the Downtown Development Authority on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at 1:00 pm in the Village Council Chambers.

There will be a Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at 5:30 pm in the Village Council Chambers.  

- Village of Calumet, Council Chambers Hall is located at 340 6th St. Calumet MI 49913, contact information: 906-337-1713 or manager@villageofcalumet.com

Notice: 
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There will be a Special Meeting of the Village Council on Monday, September 26, 2022, at 5:00 pm in the Village Council Chambers for the Interview of the Administrative Assistant/Account Clerk Position, and consideration of the agreement for the Public Gathering Spaces Grant Environmental/SHPO Review.     

- Village of Calumet, Council Chambers Hall is located at 340 6th St. Calumet MI 49913, contact information: 906-337-1713 or manager@villageofcalumet.com

The Village Offices will be closed from 12:45pm to 2pm tomorrow, Friday September 23.  

As of Tuesday, October 4, 2022 the Office Hours of the Village will be 10am to 3pm - Monday to Thursday, with the office closed on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. This change in hours will be temporary during the hiring process of the Village Manager.   

The search for the Manager in the Village of Calumet, Michigan is underway.  
The Village Manager is the key administrative and financial leader for the Village of Calumet. This position is responsible for village management, accounting and financial reporting, preparation of agendas and accompanying information for Village Council meetings, and serves as the point of contact for all regulatory reporting and questions from governmental agencies.
To be successful in this role, you should have a high level of professionalism, organization and detail, an aptitude for budgeting and financial management, and an ability to manage others effectively. The Village Manager works closely with Public Works and the Fire Department to ensure effective administration of Village services, ordinances and fees along with representing the Village in the public and with various government groups.
WHAT WE OFFER.

• $50,000 to $60,000 annual salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• PLUS a $500 monthly stipend for health insurance needs.
• Retirement plan.
• Paid vacation and paid holidays.
• Cell phone allowance.
• Relocation assistance if needed.
• This is a Monday-Friday position generally working 9am-4pm; some schedule flexibility is available. The successful candidate must be flexible to work evening and weekend hours on occasion.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or equivalent management experience preferred.
• 3 or more years’ experience in a senior leadership position with employee oversight preferred.
• Experience/working knowledge of public office and/or government/fund accounting a plus.
• Strong financial reporting and budget management acumen.
• Experience with grant funding and administration preferred.
• Keen interest in working with resident and non-resident property owners and business owners in all matters related to government and its administration.
• Ability to ramp up quickly in understanding the key attributes of the Village, its operation, stakeholders and support system.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email) required; QuickBooks, Sage or other accounting software experience preferred.
• Ability to attend, participate, represent, and present to diverse audiences (Village Council, local, county, state and federal governmental agencies such as the Keweenaw National Historical Park, Michigan State Housing Development Authority, Western Upper Peninsula Planning & Development Region).
• Proficient and clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience reporting to and working with a board of directors preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation.
• Ability to relocate and reside in the Houghton/Keweenaw, Michigan area required.
• Willingness and ability to travel (10-20%), required.
• Ability to successfully pass a federal background check and drug screening required.

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID
 
Project:   Boiler Replacement
              Calumet Theatre
 
Owner:   Village of Calumet
              340 Sixth Street
              Calumet, MI 49913
              (906) 337-1713
              manager@villageofcalumet.org
 
Architect/Engineer:
  U.P. Engineers & Architects, Inc.
100 Portage Street
  Houghton, Michigan 49931
  (906) 482-4810
  www.upea.com
 
Date:      September 6, 2022
 
Bids will be accepted under seal to the Owner for replacing the steam boiler and related work at the Calumet Theatre in Calumet, Michigan.
 
Owner will receive Bids at the office of U.P. Engineers & Architects, Inc., address above, until 2:00 PM local time on the 20th day of September, 2022, at which time and place the Bids will be opened and read aloud. Bids not received by the indicated time will not be opened.
 
Project Description: Replace cast iron boiler with two (2) cast-iron steam boilers and accessories. Testing of systems.
 
Bidding Documents for a Stipulated Price contract may be obtained by contacting UPEA, whose contact information is listed above, as pdf documents, at no charge. Bidding Documents are only available to contractors that submit qualifications demonstrating proficiency in the installation and maintenance of steam boiler systems.
 
Bidders are required to provide a Bid Bond according to the requirements in Section 00 21 13 - Instructions to Bidders. Bidders are required to submit a proposed project schedule with their bid. Submit your Bid on the Bid Form provided. Refer to other Bidding requirements described in Section 00 21 13.
 
A pre-proposal tour of the project site is available by appointment with the Village Manager, whose contact information is given above.
 
 
Bids are required to be submitted under a condition of irrevocability for a period of 30 days after submission.
 
Owner reserves the right to waive irregularities and to accept or reject any or all Bids.
 
Village of Calumet

​Reminder Hours: The Village office will be open 9am to 2pm, Friday, Sept 2, 2022 and closed Labor Day, Sept 5, 2022.