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Charter Township of Oscoda

Company Overview

The Charter Township of Oscoda is a northeast Michigan Lake Huron coastal community with a rich history. For generations, families near and far travel here for rejuvenation and exciting outdoor ventures. Tourism is a significant component of the local economy. The plethora of outdoor activities include beachside/water sports on sparkling Lake Huron, exploring Manistee National Forest, viewing the Northern Lights, and witnessing the home stretch of the Au Sable River Canoe Marathon. We are a short distance from popular ski resorts, and 3 hours away from Mackinac Island.

The Township is also home of the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base. Today, the base is now utilized for a variety of purposes, including the major Kalitta Air maintenance facility that services its worldwide fleet.

A sizeable portion of the Township population includes former retired servicemen and women, as well as residents who spent their childhood years living on base. Kalitta Air continues to draw many families to our Township from all over the United States.

Company History

The legend of Paul Bunyan originated here in Oscoda Township. The historic Au Sable River, known for its world-class fishing, flows east through the Township. Portions of the Manistee National Forest are within the Township. Oscoda is home to the famous Lumberman's Monument.

Oscoda is also home to the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base (active 1923-1993), which played important roles in World War II, Vietnam and the Persian Gulf War, hosting the 134th Army Air Force Base Fighter Unit and 379th Bombardment Wing respectively. The 1948 classic movie "Fighter Squadron" was filmed on base. The Wurtsmith Air Museum showcases 3 hangers of US military history.

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  • 1 day ago

    Assistant Township Manager

    Oscoda Township - Oscoda, MI, United States

    ABOUT OSCODA TOWNSHIPThe Charter Township of Oscoda, MI is seeking a full-time Assistant Township Manager. Oscoda Charter Township is a Lake Huron/AuSable River community in northeast Michigan (pop 7,200) with a tourism orientation along with signicant commercial activity on the former Wurtsmith AFB including a major Kalitta Air facility. POSITION SUMMARY Under the direction of the Township Manager, the Assistant Township Manager provides executive-level administrative and operational support ...

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