Crest Hill, IL – Director of Public Works

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Crest Hill, Illinois, US
$129.5K-$169.3K a year
Full-time
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CREST HILL, IL (pop. 20,837) Strategically located community with developable commercial land, beautiful open space and strong neighborhoods seeks candidates to serve as its next Director of Public Works.

Located in Will County, approximately 40 miles southwest of Chicago, Crest Hill comprises nine (9) square miles and is located between the bustling I-80 corridor and route 55 making it a prime location in which to live and work.

Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.

Crest Hill is a full-service, stand-alone community with a $50 million budget, 68 full-time employees, an AA bond rating, low bonded debt, and healthy reserves.

The City is a founding member of a newly formed Grand Prairie Water Commission to pump and distribute Lake Michigan water by 2030.

The City provides the following municipal services : Police, Public Works, Wastewater Treatment (two facilities), Building, Community Development, and Finance.

The City is actively planning a third TIF district and instituting multimillion-dollar upgrades to its wastewater treatment plant to support continued desirable economic development and private investment in the community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plans, organizes, and directs the programs and operations of the Department including the management and maintenance of two wastewater treatment plants, well houses, stormwater and sanitary sewers, street, sign and infrastructure construction and maintenance, snow and ice removal, City forestry, maintenance and repair of City-owned vehicles and equipment.
  • Directs the City’s Capital Improvement Plan process and annual program implementation.
  • Directs work activities, supports, and conducts annual performance evaluations for the Public Works Crew leader, Public Works laborers, Mechanics, and administrative staff.
  • Establishes and maintains inventory control systems and accurate record keeping procedures.
  • Creates and executes a safety training program, promoting safe work practices and compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations.
  • Provides strategic planning for the Department’s management, staffing, organization, budget, and capital improvements including goal setting, forecasting, and planning for extreme weather events.
  • Administers Department policies and procedures, including overseeing the direction, training, supervision, evaluation, and discipline of union and non-union personnel.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Public Administration or related field.
  • Five years progressively responsible experience in municipal public works or closely related field.
  • Illinois Drinking Water Certificate and / or Wastewater Operator Certificate strongly preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrate an approachable, welcoming style with the community, elected officials, and staff.

The compensation range for this position is $129,497 to $169,278 per year. The actual salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

The position is a full-time, exempt position. Regular office hours are 8 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Due to public works operations may request after hours work to direct such operations. Attendance at evening meetings will be required when presenting agenda items.

The City offers a comprehensive benefits package including participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, flexible spending accounts, paid vacation, personal / sick leave, and holidays.

The City does not have a residency requirement.

Interested candidates should apply as soon as possible. The first review of applications will begin on September 1st. A hard deadline to make interview decisions is September 19, 2024.

Position open until filled. Send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least five (5) professional references to the attention of Ryan Cotton, MGT Approved Independent Executive Recruiter, Tel : 847-380-3240 Ext.

114. The City of Crest Hill is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Deadline : Open Until Filled

Posted : 2024-08-15

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