Deputy Village Manager Job Posting

The Village of Lake Odessa is seeking a self-motivated forward-thinking individual to serve as the Deputy Village Manager while learning the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to move into the Village Manager role approximately one year from the date of hire. The individual selected for this position will receive ongoing mentorship and training from the Village Manager during this period.  It is preferred that candidates possess a bachelor’s degree in public administration or a related field and one to three years’ supervisory, managerial, or administrative experience. Other combinations of knowledge, education, and experience will be considered on an individual basis.

A detailed position profile is available below.

Qualified individuals interested in being considered for the position are invited to submit a resume, video cover letter and information release form  by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 18, 2025 to manager@lakeodessa.org or to the following address:

Village of Lake Odessa
Attn: Deputy Village Manager Application
839 Fourth Avenue
Lake Odessa, MI 48849

Applicants who wish to maintain the confidentiality of their resume, video cover letter, and information release form prior to their being selected for interview must so state in their transmittal letter or email..

Questions regarding the position and the process should be directed to interim Village Manager Gregg Guetschow at manager@lakeodessa.org or (616) 374-8698.