Description
Scio Township is a general law township located in Michigan with a population of 19,000. Located in Washtenaw County and immediately adjacent to Ann Arbor, Scio Township is one of Michigan's best places to live, offering a blend of suburban-residential, agricultural, and limited commercial development.
Situated within the Huron River watershed, the Township is rich in natural beauty and environmental significance. Residents enjoy access to an abundance of walking trails, parks, and preserves, providing year-round opportunities for recreation, fitness, and connection to nature. Its location offers proximity to the University of Michigan, medical and research institutions, tech and innovation clusters in Ann Arbor, Dexter, and Southeast Michigan, and access to statewide transportation corridors. As a municipality, Scio balances growth pressures and preservation, bridging highly urbanized and rural communities.
The community is relatively affluent, well-educated, and stable, with household income levels well above county and state averages. The poverty level is modest, and educational attainment is high. The citizens are informed and engaged. Racial and ethnic diversity lends itself to an inclusive government and cultural awareness.
The Township includes a mix of residential neighborhoods, agricultural land, open space, natural preserves, and limited commercial and office corridors. While residents enjoy a peaceful suburban environment at home, there are a lot of exciting possibilities to explore in the surrounding towns.
Scio Township is well known for having great public schools. Students attend either Ann Arbor Schools or Dexter Schools, depending on where their homes lie within the Township.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary Range: $125,000 – $135,000 annually.
- Retirement: Defined contribution retirement plan with no vesting requirement.
- Health Care: Coverage with no premium cost-sharing by employees.
- Dental, Vision, and Hearing: Reimbursements provided.
- Paid Leave: Generous PTO and holidays.
DEADLINE December 8th, 2025
Reference Check Consent Form
To Apply:
Please submit resume, cover letter, consent form, and five professional references to or by selecting the "Apply Now" button on the right-hand side of the page (you CAN upload more than one document):
Email: execsearch@mml.org
Subject Line: Scio Township Search
Questions can be directed to MML Executive Recruiter Patsy Moore at pmoore@mml.org.
Candidates desiring confidentiality of their interest, as allowed for and provided by Michigan law, must indicate such in a separate subject line above the body of the cover letter.
This search is conducted by an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
The successful candidate will possess:
- A strong personality with the ability to remain calm, professional, and respectful when working with differing viewpoints.
- A personable and approachable style, quickly developing knowledge of the Township and building trust among stakeholders.
- A commitment to public service and a passion for serving a diverse community.
- A wide breadth of knowledge and adaptability to oversee the full range of municipal services.
- A dedication to staff development and organizational growth.
Self-motivation, initiative, and integrity to lead independently while remaining accountable to the Board.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration/operations, or associated area.
- Five to seven years of administrative/professional work with experience in government/public administration, including purchasing and contracting, is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with competency and experience using technical and administrative tools, including Microsoft Office Suite and ERPs (enterprise resource program). Scio Township utilizes BS&A software for its ERP system.
