SPONSOR THE BIZ BLAST
IS YOUR BUSINESS OR ORGANIZATION IN NEED OF SOME GREAT EXPOSURE?
RESERVE YOUR SPOT AS A BIZ BLAST SPONSOR FOR ONLY $50/per wk.
THE COST IS AFFORDABLE AND THE EXPOSURE IS HIGH.
For more information, call the Chamber office at 231.547.2101 or email info@charlevoix.org
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During Spring Break at CCA!
Fun activities at the Charlevoix Circle of Arts during Spring Break!
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Health Department of Northwest Michigan Blood Drive
April 3rd
9am-3pm
Be a beacon this spring and help us save some lives!
Please join us for our Spring Blood drives! The first 25 donors will receive a coupon good for one pint of Culver's frozen custard!
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Yin Yoga For All Levels!
April 4th
Session of 4 classes: APRIL 4 - 25, 2023
Tuesdays at 1pm.
Fee for full session: $50, or $45 for members.
Join life-long musician and yoga enthusiast Jay Laura for Yin Yoga: guided movement to music and gentle yoga-style stretches and poses.
Give yourself a revitalizing, relaxing break in the day, infused with mind-body wellness. The routine can be adapted for standing, seated, and floor positions.
Open to all ages and ability levels!
Please bring your own Yoga mat and water bottle.
Classes are held in our garden level art studio accessible by stairs only.
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Bier's & Books Club:
Tin Camp Road by Ellen Airgood
April 5th
The discussion is free but the beverages are not!
Tin Camp Road by Ellen Airgood:
This novel follows fiercely independent single mother Laurel Hill's struggles to provide for her daughter in Michigan's remote Upper Peninsula. Can a deep connection to place and community sustain and save them?
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Stafford's Easter Brunch
April 9th
Spring after spring, decade after decade, we honor and celebrate this holiday of growth and renewal. We would be honored if you joined us this Easter.
Reservations recommended.
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NCMC Career Fair
April 13th
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Beekeeping Year Two
April 17th & 24th
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Pet of The Week - Pauley D!
Heyyyy it’s your boy Pauley D.! I’m a feisty 3 year old tom cat and I was living the street life until a kind person found me and brought me to CAHS. I was very skinny when I came in, but I'm working on packing the pounds back on and I'm looking better and better every day. Soon enough I'll be ready for the fight club... but we don’t talk about the fight club. I’m definitely a scrapper though so I would probably do best in a home without other cats, especially males. I don’t mind kids, although little ones can be a little too much for me to handle. Will you be the one that gives me a chance? A free spirit like me needs a space I can call my own, I'm getting really tired of being around all these other cats anyways.
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Community Food Panty of Charlevoix Seeks Support For Recipe Of The Month: Baked Chicken Casserole
The number of those served has increased in recent years, we currently assist senior citizens, individuals, and entire families. To further assist those in need, we are asking the community to donate food items for the recipe of the month!
We are seeking: rice, broth, dry onion mix, and of course: cream of mushroom soup! If you don't have time to shop, monetary donations are accepted as well! If you can donate, please place in the donations box out front at 100 W Hurlbut.
Thank you!
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The Manna Food Project Needs Your Help!
Increased Need
Manna Food Pantry is seeing more people seeking assistance than in years past. The extra SNAP benefits have been discontinued; therefore, people are noticing the pinch in their monthly budget. Pantry lines continue to grow in Northern Michigan.
How To Help:
- Volunteer
- Donate
- Sponsorships
- Food Drive
- Corporate Match
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Irish Boat Shop and the Great Lakes Boat Building School have partnered for an event that will let you dive in and explore the Marine Industry!
Join us for a Marine Trades Showcase Event at Irish Boat Shop’s beautiful facilities in downtown Harbor Springs on Thursday, April 20th, from 9:00am-12:00pm. Guests will get to tour Irish’s facility and see what it’s like to work in the marine industry with some hands-on experiences! The team from Great Lakes Boat Building School will be on deck to provide information about how you can begin a career in the rewarding field of marine trades! This event is free to attend but registration is required. To register, please visit irishboatshop.com or call 906-484-1081.
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UNITED WAY ANNOUNCES DIRECTOR OF VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT: BAILEY NUSS
United Way of Northwest Michigan (UWNWMI) announces Bailey Nuss as their new Director of Volunteer Engagement. This newly created position serves to drive volunteerism, one of United Way’s three areas of impact including charitable donations, volunteerism and advocacy. Nuss started at UWNWMI as an AmeriCorps VISTA in 2020, and most recently served as the Northwest Region Impact Director.
“The pandemic drastically changed the face of volunteerism in our community. But this is a great time for us as a community to redefine it. I am excited to see how we can make giving back and civic engagement even more inclusive to everyone in our community,” said Nuss.
Nuss will be spearheading a 10-week community volunteerism campaign called “Summer of Service.” Visit www.unitedwaynwmi.org for more information on the project and other upcoming volunteer opportunities.
“Bailey has a deep passion for giving back to the community and bringing others along with her,” said Seth Johnson, Executive Director of United Way of Northwest Michigan. “Her support of United Way’s goals will continue building a stronger community. We hope you can join us for Summer of Service and more.”
Nuss is also currently involved locally with Zonta that focuses on advocacy and with Impact100 Traverse City where she is serving on their Family Grant committee. She also recently served as an appointee to the Michigan Governor's Michigan Parents' Council.
Bailey Nuss can be reached at bailey@unitedwaynwmi.org to learn more about Summer of Service and other volunteer opportunities.
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Renew it Decks and Outdoor Living Seeks Carpenters and Apprentices!
ATTENTION!!!
Are you currently working in construction or have an interest in starting a new career in Traverse City, Charlevoix, Harbor Springs and surrounding areas of Northern Michigan?
Would you like to focus on building your future and retirement?
Would you like weekends off?
Would you like to be the absolute best in your industry?
Would you like to work for one of the Top Deck Builders in North America??
If so, Renewit Decks and Outdoor living would like to talk to you!
We are looking for carpenters and apprentices right now.
-We offer above average wages
-Paid time off
-Paid vacations and holidays
-401k retirement plan
-Health insurance
-Profit sharing bonuses
-Signing bonus and more
Call, email or Facebook Message us today for a confidential discussion
office@renewitgroup.com or 231 881-6282
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Fisherman's Island State Park is HIRING for Summer 2023!
We're Hiring Seasonal Park Workers!
Young State Park & Fisherman's Island State Park
- Starting hourly rate $15
- Flexible scheduling (up to 1,040 hours between April and October 2023)
- Position may qualify for academic or internship credit
- 18 years of age or possession of a high school diploma (or equivalent) is preferred
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City of Charlevoix is Hiring!
Full-Time Airport Attendant
The City of Charlevoix is seeking a full-time Airport Attendant to join the Charlevoix Municipal Airport team. This position is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient ramping and fueling of aircraft, operation of mowing and snow removal equipment, general maintenance of airport facility/property, daily counter sales, and providing quality customer service to pilots, patrons, and other Airport customers. This position requires individual(s) to service business, corporate and personal aircraft, operate and maintain several pieces of mechanized and non-mechanized equipment in an environment that requires attention to detail and adherence to FAA/OSHA/MIOSHA/City safety practices.
The selected candidate will be required to reside within twenty (20) miles of the nearest boundary (as the crow flies) of the City of Charlevoix within 90 days of their date of employment. The City Manager may allow an additional 90 days for a new employee to comply with residency requirements. If the employee’s spouse is employed by a public employer and a conflicting/competing residency requirement results, this section shall not apply to the City of Charlevoix employee (prohibited by MCL 15.602).
Duties involve exertion of physical strength and dexterity and the ability to work in all types of weather conditions. Pay rate is $15.00+ per hour, depending on qualifications. This position includes an excellent benefit package! To apply online, please go to www.charlevoixmi.gov/jobs or pick up an employment application at City Hall. EOE
Charlevoix Beautification Crew
City of Charlevoix is seeking seasonal, full or part-time, Charlevoix Beautification Crew Members to perform activities to maintain the overall upkeep of beautiful downtown Charlevoix, city parks, and streets. These positions will run from April through mid-November. Minimum pay rate is $15 per hour, could be higher depending on qualifications. To apply online, please go to www.charlevoixmi.gov/jobs or pick up an employment application at City Hall. EOE
Recreation Intern
The City of Charlevoix is seeking a seasonal Recreation Intern to serve as a staff assistant to the Recreation Director. The intern will perform a variety of assignments within the Recreation Department relating to the day-to-day operation of the Recreation Department as it relates to sports field maintenance, youth leagues, T Ball, Adult Sports, Day Camp, Marina, Golf, Skate Park, Farmers Market, and Special Events. The essential job functions are outlined below.
- Daily Maintenance and set up of the ball fields for little league, t ball, and adult softball games.
- Assist with supervision, planning, development, and implementation of youth and adult sports programs, tournaments, rentals, clinics, and camps.
- Develop a network of volunteers to serve as youth sports coaches.
- Coordinate referees/umpires/officials for youth and adult sports programming.
- Assist with set up and supervision of youth and adult league games.
- Assist with the creation and development of new sports programming for the Department.
- Will be assigned responsibility for carrying out specific projects related to sports programming.
- Perform detailed analysis of department sports programming and make recommendations on best practices and industry trends.
- Assist with Junior Golf Program and Adult Golf Leagues.
- Back up support for McSauba Day Camp and the City Marina.
- May be assigned grant writing or administrative responsibilities.
- Assistant to the Farmers Market Director on Farmers Market days.
- Social Media Management of Recreation Pages.
This position requires no specific previous experience; however, they must possess interest in a future career in Parks and Recreation and/or Sports Management. The ideal candidate will be a student pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Parks and Recreation and/or Sports Management. Knowledge of rules and organization of general sports activities including soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, golf, and others is preferred. This position is 30 to 40 hours per week. To apply online, please go to www.charlevoixmi.gov/jobs or pick up an employment application at City Hall. EOE
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March Classes at Charlevoix Circle of Arts
KID'S EASTER SOCK GNOMES!
MARCH 25, 2023
SATURDAY 11am-12pm
PRE-REGISTER BY: MARCH 24, 2023
CLASS FEE: $25 for Non-Members, $22.50
for Members, scholarships/assistance available
EASTER GNOMES FOR ADULTS
MARCH 27, 2023
MONDAY 6pm-8pm
PRE-REGISTER BY: MARCH 24, 2023
CLASS FEE: $40 for Non-members, $36
for Members
OPEN STUDIO, ART IN THE AFTERNOON
MARCH 30, 2023
THURSDAY 1pm-3pm
Free for members, or donations appreciated
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Summer Classes for Kids at Raven Hill
Nelson Mandela said, “Education is the most powerful weapon, which you can use to change the world.” That being said, Raven Hill is excited to announce a return to past years with Summer Classes for Kids. Classes will replace Discovery Camps, allowing staff and volunteers to teach and participating kids to focus on a specific subject area, like Science Magic, Pioneer Living or Fiber Arts. Of course, there will be some time at the beginning and end of each class to see the animals and play in the Discovery Room, but the majority of each session will focus on a given area of study.
Classes will be informal and active. Three different classes—one each of science, history and art—will be taught in the morning and a different three sessions will be scheduled for the afternoon. Kids can attend morning classes, afternoon classes or both. They will choose their focus and explore a variety of hands-on lessons on a particular topic over the course of four days—Monday through Thursday. There must be a minimum of five (5) registrations per class or that class will be canceled. However, with parent approval of a session change, classes may be merged to reach the minimum number. Those choosing to take morning and afternoon classes, may bring their lunches and stay for a half hour supervised break. Suggested ages are 5 to 14 and activities will be age-appropriate for those signed up in a class. Call 231.536.3369 or email info@miravenhill.org for more information or if you have any questions. A flyer is attached to this email with a list of classes and a registration form. This is the summer to learn, create, grow and play during Raven Hill’s Summer Classes for Kids.
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The NCMC Corporate and Community Education Department is adding a new program to its Fast Track lineup
The Certified Digital Marketing Associate class will begin on June 12th. This course will help you learn the basics of digital marketing and different modules like SEO optimization, content marketing, digital analytics, social media marketing, pay-per-click, email marketing, and digital strategy, and will prepare you for the Online Marketing Certified Associate Exam. Grants and scholarships may be available for this class and the other Fast Track courses. Contact Christy Lyons for more information. There have also been many new Lifelong Learning classes added for this spring. Check out the full list of presentations and classes.
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Offers New Digital Program for Menopause as Part of Comprehensive Family Building and Women’s Health Support Solution
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network will offer a new, women’s health solution to help guide members through a healthy transition into menopause. Included as part of the Family Building and Women’s Health Support Solution with Maven Clinic that Blue Cross launched last year, the new component includes a personalized digital care app to help members identify menopausal symptoms and explore treatment options, consult with experts and connect with peers for communal support. The menopause solution is part of Blue Cross’ ongoing commitment to women’s health and providing support when it’s needed most.
In addition to their primary care provider, this solution serves as a safe space for women to receive expert counsel, support and care during a time that can oftentimes feel isolating and disheartening. Delivering one-on-one assistance from a Care Advocate who can provide hands-on support, the program also offers virtual clinical guidance from providers who specialize in menopause such as OBGYNs and pelvic floor therapists, as well as personalized mental health care from experts who can be available within less than one hour. The program also offers guided education and in-app communities to connect with others on a similar journey.
“We’re pleased to extend our Family Building and Women’s Health Support Solution to include not only maternity and family-building support, but guidance for women throughout the aging process,” said Kathryn Levine, president and CEO of Blue Care Network. “As part of our ongoing commitment to women’s health, we look forward to shining a light on the far-reaching symptoms and challenges of menopause, one of many age-related occurrences that are often left unaddressed.”
Read the full press release here:
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Donate To The Senior Class Safety-Net Graduation Party
The parents of the senior class at Charlevoix High School are planning a fun and memorable graduation celebration for The Class of 2023. This annual celebration has become a tradition in our community to recognize the accomplishments of all our seniors graduating from Charlevoix High School and will provide an opportunity to celebrate in a fun, safe, alcohol and drug-free environment. Plans are underway and we would love for you to please consider a donation to help make this event a success.
With donations from our senior families and community businesses we will be able to make this a very special occasion for our graduates. We thank you in advance for your support to help make this a memorable evening for our children. Special thanks will be given on social media to all donors of $100 and up. Donors of $500 and up will be included on a gold star banner displayed at graduation.
Donations may be made to The Senior Class of 2023 via Venmo @Charlevoix-Seniors or by check to Senior Safety Net Fund and may be mailed to Charlevoix High School, 5200 Marion Center Rd, Charlevoix MI 49720. If paying by Venmo please leave a comment with your business or family name so we may thank you!
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North Central Michigan College Offers Full-Tuition Scholarship For Graduating Home School Senior
The Presidential Scholarship covers tuition and fees for four consecutive semesters.
North Central Michigan College will again provide a full-tuition Presidential Scholarship to one graduating senior from a home school within its service area.
Presidential Scholarships are offered for full tuition (up to 20 contact hours per semester) and mandatory fees for four consecutive semesters (fall and winter only). Field study fees are not included. Scholarship recipients must register for the fall semester immediately following their spring high school graduation.
To be considered for this competitive scholarship, a student must:
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Complete an online Application for Admission to North Central by April 3 of the anticipated graduation year
- Have a minimum 3.5 overall high school GPA (include a high school transcript complete through the applicant’s seventh semester)
- Submit a recommendation letter that addresses the applicant’s academic potential and leadership qualities
- Submit a personal statement that addresses academic and career goals and how North Central will help meet those goals
- Submit ACT/SAT scores: ACT score of 18 or higher in English and a Reading score of 21 or higher; SAT two-digit score of 25 or higher in both English and Reading; SAT three-digit score of 500 or higher in English/Reading/Writing (ERW)
Documentation must be received by April 7, 2023. Applicants will be notified of the selection decision by May 1. For more information, visit www.ncmich.edu/scholarships, or contact Renee DeYoung, vice president of Student Affairs, at rdeyoung@ncmich.edu or 231-348-6618.
In addition to awarding the scholarship to one home school graduate, North Central also awards the Presidential Scholarship to a graduating senior from each the high schools in its service area. The scholarship is valued at $10,080 for Emmet County students and $15,540 for out-of-district students.
During the 2021-22 academic year, the college awarded 38 Presidential Scholarships totaling $194,661 to first- and second-year students. In 2022-23, 61 first- and second-year students have received the Presidential Scholarship, with awards totaling $285,489.
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Have a business or member success story? We want to hear it! Hitting a growth landmark, meeting a personal or financial business goal, adding to your team, being awarded industry certifications or recognition's… we want to share that accomplishment! |
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Regional Child Care Planning Grant Awarded to Networks Northwest
The Early Childhood Investment Corporation’s (ECIC) Child Care Innovation Fund has awarded Networks Northwest with a $150,000 grant aimed at expanding access to quality, affordable child care for working families in northwest Lower Michigan. Networks Northwest is one of 16 grant recipients throughout the state awarded funds to support a Regional Child Care Planning Coalition in order to understand the capacity and quality of the current child care system, the child care preferences of parents, and the needs of the business community. The Coalition will also determine barriers to increasing access, affordability, and quality along with strategizing for policy, funding and programs meant to overcome these barriers.
“Child care is the backbone of our economy”, said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. “Access to quality, affordable child care supports parents as they go back to work, ensures kids have the support they need to grow into their best selves, and helps businesses hire, recruit, and retain talent”.
The ECIC received $12.5 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funding in August, awarded by the Michigan Department of Education as part of Caring for MI Future. The state is investing $100 million to dramatically increase access to child care across the state and open 1,000 new or expanded, child care programs by the end of 2024.
“Access to quality and affordable child care is vital to the economic well-being of a community”, said Jessica Willis, Chief Program Officer for Networks Northwest. “We recognize child care as critical infrastructure that enables workforce participation. This grant will support the convening of an inclusive regional network of partners to create the Northwest Regional Child Care Coalition. The Coalition will work to accelerate current initiatives and best practices, while identifying advocacy tools and strategies to support business growth.”
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Stafford’s Hospitality to be Honored at the 19th Annual Michigan Celebrates Awards Gala
Stafford’s Hospitality has been recognized as one of the 2023 awardees for the Best Small Business Award, presented by Michigan Celebrates Small Business. Stafford’s Hospitality will be acknowledged on stage at the in-person awards ceremony during the 19th annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business Gala on May 2, 2023.
Success is best when shared, and the event will gather over 800 guests at the Breslin Center in East Lansing, Michigan to celebrate the achievements of this year’s award recipients.
“The vision my parents had over 60 years ago was to grow their business along-side an emerging travel destination, which was Petoskey,” Chairman Reginald Smith said. “Our team is committed to provide outstanding customer service along with delightful accommodations that would encourage loyal guests to return year after year,” Smith exclaimed.
For over 60 years, Stafford’s Hospitality has provided premier waterfront dining and historic lodging throughout northern Michigan. Guests enjoy attentive service, fine dining and elegant accommodations overlooking Lake Michigan, Little Traverse Bay and the Crooked River. These properties include: Bay View Inn, Perry Hotel, Crooked River Lodge, Pier Restaurant, Weathervane Restaurant and the Noggin Room Pub.
The past three years have been a challenging landscape for business owners, but small businesses have learned to become nimble and innovative in order to accomplish their goals. The 2023 awards gala will put Michigan’s small businesses in the spotlight and give them a chance to share their success stories with the supporters who helped them get to where they are today.
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Membership in the Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce is open to all businesses, organizations and individuals. It is a policy of the Charlevoix Chamber that membership does not constitute political or issue endorsement. |
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The easiest way to find jobs in the Charlevoix Area! Click here or read below for a list of jobs with our chamber members.
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Absolute Enterprises
Construction Work
AdvisaCare
Home Health Aides
Certified Nursing Assistant
Resident Care Aides
Med Tech's
All Weather Seal
Metal Roof Installation
Sales Representative
The Belvedere Club
Seasonal Office Assistant
BLOOM
Flower Farm Manager
Flower Farm & Flower Shop Assistant
Burnette Foods
Maintenance Processor
The Cantina
Server/Bartender
Carlson's Home Improvements
Construction Team Members
Lead & Apprentice Carpenters
Central Drug Store
Patient Care Specialists
Charlevoix Area Community Pool
Certified Lifeguards
Swim Team Coach
Charlevoix Auto
Automotive Technician
Detailer/ Porter
Sales Specialist
Charlevoix County Commission on Aging
Part Time Cook at Charlevoix Senior Center
Charlevoix Conservation District
Summer Intern
Charlevoix Public Library
Adult Services Assistant and Meeting Room Coordinator
Adult Services Supervisor
Charlevoix Public Schools
Food Service Director
Regular Route & Sub Bus Drivers
Charlevoix State Bank
Full-Time Teller
City of Charlevoix
Airport Manager
Charlevoix Beautification Crew
Full-Time Airport Attendant
Full-Time Police Officer
Recreation Intern
Seasonal Dock Attendant
Mt. McSauba Camp Counselor
Mt. McSauba Camp Junior Counselor
Cherry Republic
Retail Supervisor
DCL
Field Service Technician
DTS Enterprises Inc.
Automotive Mechanic
Fabricators
General Labor
Machinists
Tig Welders
Edgewater Design Group
Structural Engineer
EJ
Manufacturing Positions
Sales
Accounting
Truck Drivers and more!
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Farley Promo Products
Production Assistant
Farmers Insurance: Melanie Bishop Agency
Team Member
Haggard's Plumbing & Heating
Ductwork Fabricator
HVAC Technician
Journeymen/ Master
Harbor Industries
Assembler
Machine Lead
Machine Operator 1st & 2nd Shift
Material Handler - 2nd Shift
Horizon Bank
Teller
Housing North
Charlevoix County Housing Ready Coordinator
Kammermann & Bascom, P.C.
CPA
Landscape Logic
Crew Members
Project Manager
Manthei Construction
Contract Administrative Support Specialist
Diesel Mechanic
MacGregor Plumbing & Heating
HVAC Installer
Networks Northwest/Northwest Michigan Works
'Jobs for Michigan's Graduates' Specialist
Seasonal & Year-round Housekeeping
North Central Michigan College
Adjunct Faculty - Various Subjects
Student Staff
General Staff
Sports Coaching
Odawa Casino
Bartender/ Server
Cocktail Server
Facilities Housekeeper
Guest Service Representative
Hotel Front Desk Representative
Line Cook
Pineview Cottage Assisted Living & Memory Care
2nd and 3rd Shift Caregivers Needed
The Promise FM
Front Office Coordinator
Night Host
Renew it Decks & Outdoor Living
Deck Builder Construction
Weathervane Terrace Inn & Suites
Housekeepers
Wojan Window & Door Corporation
Marketing & Sales Support
HR, Workers Comp and Payroll Coordinator
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