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Ottawa County is located on Lake Michigan’s spectacular freshwater coastline where nature is cherished and protected. More than the lakeshore, you’ll find the people of Ottawa County friendly yet driven, working hard to succeed in charming downtown small businesses, at manufacturing hubs with global impact and on acres passed down from generations. We embrace creativity and believe that diversity makes us stronger. We resolve that our public services must be high-quality and cost-effective. We are innovative and never wait for someone to solve our problems for us. We are friendly neighbors chipping in, lending a hand and making sure you know Ottawa County is where you belong. While providing key administrative, law enforcement, court, health and other services to its residents, Ottawa County is shattering the stereotypical perceptions of government workplaces. If you are looking to serve the public in an organization that is innovative, customer-centered, ethical, financially responsible, transparent and welcoming, Ottawa County is where you belong. Geographically, beautiful Ottawa County is located in the southwestern section of Michigan's lower peninsula. Its western boundary is formed by stunning Lake Michigan (Pictured in our LinkedIn banner) and eastern border sits just minutes from the bustling heart of Grand Rapids. Plus, Ottawa County is just a couple hours from a weekend getaway to Detroit or Chicago. Ottawa County experiences four true seasons, with bright spring blossoms, summer fun in the hot sun, breathtaking fall foliage and snow-white winters. Along with Lake Michigan beaches, there are 307 miles of rivers and streams, two state parks, and over 35 county parks and open space lands for residents and visitors to enjoy. Ottawa County is truly a spectacular place.

Allegan County is located in the southwest region of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan. It is the 18th largest county in Michigan and has 24 townships. It has approximately 827 square miles of land with 25 miles of coast line along beautiful Lake Michigan. We have much to offer our residents. Summer activities include swimming, fishing water skiing, and camping and winter activities include skiing and snowmobiling. There is wine tasting at the vineyards and apple, peach and cherry picking in the orchards. You can view places to stay, play, taste, and experience as well as view a calendar of events from our Tourist Council website or learn more about Allegan County from our Visitors Guide. The County is still mostly rural in nature, and still maintains an agriculture and tourist based economy, however trends are toward more light industry and technology which has translated into Allegan County being in one of the fastest growing regions of the state. Allegan County government is one of the largest employers in Allegan County. The county employs approximately 700 people, which include positions in several departments/areas. Learn more about working in Allegan County.

With 76,000 residents, Wyoming is the second largest municipality in West Michigan. With low crime and fire rates, Wyoming is an exceptionally safe place to live. The City is a diverse and welcoming place to live and work. Wyoming is a very livable community, with housing to suit many price ranges, multiple parks and green spaces and city-sponsored programs that enhance the quality of life and appeal to all ages and abilities. As one of the largest cities in Michigan, Wyoming is home to more school districts than any other municipality, offering a broad array of educational choices for residents. Wyoming is one of West Michigan’s only full-service cities, allowing us to offer a broad array of personal services that improve the overall quality of residential life. Wyoming is recognized as a leader in the state for its pro-active, pro-resident utility policies. Wyoming strives to focus on customer service and its city officials are accessible to residents. Residents enjoy a lower cost-per-capita to live in Wyoming than other cities of comparable size. With good infrastructure, low utility costs and a low tax rate, Wyoming is recognized as an excellent place to do business. Wyoming enjoys a diverse mix of businesses, including heavy industrial, technology, retail, services and utilities. The quality and professionalism of our workforce is unmatched by any municipality in the state. Wyoming is recognized as a clean city and has won awards for air and water quality. The City has also won multiple awards for its accomplishments in financial management, parks programming, water quality, customer service, handicapped-accessible buildings and web site.