Human Resources

The City of Farmington Hills is one of Michigan's premier communities, a great place to live and a great place to work. Men and women with a sense of purpose and a desire for excellence have created a dynamic and progressive culture at the City of Farmington Hills. In a unique way, City employees create a familial network that touches the lives of the residents, businesses and visitors in our community.

The City of Farmington Hills has approximately 320 full-time employees in diverse functions such as administration, public safety, public works, parks and recreation, planning and community development and engineering. Up to 500 seasonal and part-time personnel strengthen the quality services provided throughout the year.

There are many benefits to a career in the public sector, including a true sense of pride and purpose. City employees seek to make a difference. There is an atmosphere of teamwork and a positive spirit throughout the City. If you appreciate the value of an organizational culture that fosters creativity and professional advancement, consider a career at the City of Farmington Hills.

Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefit package that includes employer-paid health, dental, optical and life insurance. Paid leave time includes holidays, vacation, personal leave and sick days. There are also retirement benefits with an employee contribution. We offer two deferred compensation programs for employees to save for retirement on a pre-tax basis and there is an opportunity to enroll in a flexible spending program to save on medical and dependent care expenses. Our employees enjoy the security of a well-rounded benefit program to address routine and immediate, as well as urgent and long- term personal needs.

In addition to employment, the Human Resources Department also provides service and consultation in the areas of:

• benefit administration.
• employee and labor relations.
• training and education.
• personnel issues.