Sterling Heights General Employment Application

Ready to unlock your career potential in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rewarding environment? Looking for an opportunity to serve the community directly and contribute to work that matters every day? Explore a career with the City of Sterling Heights! The City of Sterling Heights offers meaningful career opportunities for individuals at every stage of their professional journey.

Whether you are beginning your career, advancing your skills, changing professional fields, or seeking a new way to serve the public, the City offers opportunities to learn, grow, collaborate, and make a positive impact.

From entry-level customer service and administrative roles to skilled technical, public safety, professional, and supervisory positions (and beyond!) City employees help deliver the programs, services, and experiences that make Sterling Heights a vibrant place to live, work, and visit.

Part-time and full-time unionized positions are posted as vacancies become available.

Hiring generally begins in January for seasonal summer employment and in September for seasonal winter roles.

Recruitment for the Citys College Internship Program begins each January, with internships beginning in mid-May each year.

About the City The City of Sterling Heights is a vibrant and progressive community with a strong sense of civic pride and determination from its leaders.

Its balanced environment is rich with cultural diversity, community wellness, and economic vitality.

Sterling Heights is a family community known for its youthful residents, exceptional neighborhoods, scenic parks, and blue-ribbon schools.

Geographically, Sterling Heights is the third-largest city in the state, occupying 36.8 square miles.

In terms of population, the City is the fourth-largest city in Michigan, with approximately 135,000 residents.

Twenty-one City departments, supported by more than 12 offices and divisions, carry out the day-to-day operations of City government.

Together,City employees provide essential services, support community priorities, solve problems, and help create an exceptional experience for residents and visitors.

Mission: Innovating Living Vision Statement: An inclusive, vibrant community that is safe, active, and sustainable.

Core Values: Integrity Welcoming Excellence Proactive Responsive Fun! Collaborative At the City of Sterling Heights, these values guide how we serve the community and work with one another.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where employees can contribute ideas, build strong working relationships, take pride in public service, and enjoy being part of a collaborative team.

Types of Career Opportunities The City may offer career opportunities across a wide range of municipal services and professional fields, including, but not limited to: Administration & Customer ServiceCity Development: Code Enforcement, Building Services & Inspection, Engineering, Planning, etc.Communications & Community EngagementFinance & ProcurementParks & Recreation & Library S...