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PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR The City of Galena, Illinois (population 3,876) is seeking applications for the position of Public Works Director. Located in scenic northwestern Illinois, Galena is renowned as a tourist destination and offers historic and cultural attractions. This position is responsible for engineering, supervision of nine staff, and coordination of construction work. It involves program and policy planning, project design and management, budget preparation, field inspections, documentation and follow-up. This position is responsible for a wide variety of municipal projects including streets, parks, flood control, water and sewer, city buildings and bridges. Knowledge of stormwater engineering, construction or other field experience, ability to maintain good working relationships with the public, knowledge of public works administration and motor fuel tax procedures, and strong communications skills are desired. Requires BSCE or equivalent education and experience. Salary commensurate with experience. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced person who is interested in relocating to Galena and working in an historic setting. Submit resume and three professional references to: City Administrator, City of Galena, 312 1/2 North Main Street, Galena, Illinois 61036. (815) 777-1050. Deadline is March 19, 1990. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS The Village of West Dundee, IL (pop. 4,000) will be accepting resumes for the position of Director of Public Works. The Director's position is responsible for the daily management of the public works department and its operations. The principal areas of responsibility are streets, water and waste-water, property maintenance, subdivision inspection, and supervisory. The position requires demonstrated success in responsible managerial positions involving municipal public work activities, superior communication and supervisory skills, and knowledge of current public works practices, programs and techniques. Possession of a bachelors degree with a minimum of 5 years progressively responsible supervisory experience is preferred. Salary is $36,500 to $44,200 plus benefits. Applicants should send a personal letter and resume detailing qualifications prior to March 30, 1990 to: Joseph Cavallaro, Village Administrator, 102 So. Second Street, West Dundee, Illinois 60118.
PLANNER ADMINISTRATOR The City of Columbia, Illinois, is seeking a qualified person for the office of Planner Administrator. The qualified candidate will have approximately five years experience as a Planner Administrator or City Engineer and a four year college degree. Standard benefit package includes insurance, vacation, and retirement. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Please send resumes c/o Mayor's Office, 208 South Rapp, Columbia, Illinois 62236.
FOR SALE The Village of LaGrange Park has for sale a 1959 American LaFrance 85' ladder truck in good running condition. The vehicle has a length of 43 feet 7 inches and a height of 9 feet 1 inch. The vehicle has approximately 20,000 road miles and can be inspected at anytime. This unit can be an open or closed cab and is in exceptionally good condition. The vehicle will be sold as is. Sealed bids must be submitted and received by no later than 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 22, 1990. Mark bid: Fire Apparatus and mail or deliver to: Village of LaGrange Park, Village Manager, 447 N. Catherine Ave., LaGrange Park, IL 60525, 1 (708) 354-0225. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.
VILLAGE PLANNER Village of Wheeling seeks Village Planner to develop and recommend comprehensive planning, land use and growth management studies; prepare CDBG Applications and administer programs; assist in preparation of CIP; administer economic development and renewal programs; recommend zoning ordinance amendments; coordinate applications for special permits and variances; and complete other related duties as assigned. Bachelor's degree in planning or related field plus 5 years planning experience required; master's degree in planning or related field highly desirable. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Starting Salary: $32,364 - $38,616 DOQ plus excellent benefit package. Submit cover letter and resume to David Kowal, Assistant Village Manager, Village of Wheeling, 255 W. Dundee Rd., P.O. Box V, Wheeling, IL 60090, by February 19, 1990. EOE M/F/H
FIRE CHIEF Streamwood, IL (20,495) To head Fire Department with 30 personnel and annual budget of $1,350,000; 2 stations with fire suppression and EMS responsibilities. Proven administrative, management and fire command experience required. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills important. Degree(s) with experience in urban setting desirable. Salary range $50,000 - $55,000; negotiable, depending upon experience and qualifications. Appointed by and report to professional City Manager. Apply at once: The PAR Group, Paul A. Reaume, Ltd., 100 Waukegan Road, Suite 200, Lake Bluff, IL 60044. TEL 708/234-0005; FAX 708/234-8309.
NOTICE OF SALE The City of Chester, Illinois, is accepting bids for the sale of an IBM System/34 (5340 Disk. Sys. Unit) including one 5256 printer and three 5251 display stations. Inquiries should be made to: Nancy Eggemeyer, City Clerk, 1330 Swanwick Street, Chester, Illinois 62233 (618 826-2326). Bids must be received prior to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday March 15, 1990. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids. February 1990 / Illinois Municipal Review / Page 25
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CITY MANAGER Mt. Vernon, IL (17,193) — City Manager, Salary negotiable depending upon qualifications. Salary in the $40,000 plus range. Six persons holding position since ICMA (CM) recognition in 1953. Appointed by Mayor and four member City Council elected at large on a nonpartisan basis for 4-year overlapping terms. $12.9 million budget; 150 employees. Desire MPA plus 5 years experience as City Manager or Assistant City Manager with strong background in economic development; personnel administration; labor relations; financial management; budget preparation and community development. Resume with documented accomplishments and salary history to Mayor's Office, 1100 Main Street, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864 by March 1, 1990.
FIRE CHIEF The Wisconsin Rapids Fire Department has a staff of 29 full-time employees and an annual budget of approximately $1,000,000.00. The department provides both fire protection and emergency medical services to the community with a population of 19,000 persons. Successful candidates will have a minimum of an Associate Degree in Fire Science, supplemented by college-level courses in Fire Administration, and 10 years of municipal fire experience, five years of which must have involved supervisory and administrative responsibility. Wisconsin Rapids is in the center of the State and is easily accessible to all other cities in Wisconsin. With our immediate adjoined communities we have a total population of 47,000 persons. The Wisconsin River flows through our community and major reservoirs are just a few miles from the City. The area offers many recreational opportunities, world class golf courses, cultural activities, a school system named as one of the most outstanding schools in the nation, a technical college and a nearby major university, and nationally known medical center. Further information and application materials may be obtained from: Employee Relations Department, Room 303, City Hall, 444 West Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494, (715) 421-8214. Application materials must be received not later than March 3, 1990. Equal Opportunity Employer.
CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEER The Department of Public Works is seeking qualified applicants for the position of City Traffic Engineer. Springfield has a population of 104,000. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing and overseeing the operations, and organizing and directing the activities of the 25 person Traffic Engineering Unit. Requires B.S.C.E., six years of progressively responsible professional experience including three years in the traffic engineering field, and the ability to obtain an Illinois P.E. within eight months. Please send resume and other pertinent information by May 31, 1990 to the address listed below. City residency required upon appointment to position. Starting Salary $39,233 - $48,651/year. Apply to: City of Springfield, Department of Personnel, Room 215, Municipal Building, Springfield, Illinois 62701. Final date to apply: May 31, 1990. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H.
FOR SALE Two used 10,000 gallon single wall fiberglass underground storage tanks. Like new condition, to be sold as is. For more details call (815) 748-2020 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. City of DeKalb, Public Works Department, 223 South Fourth Street, Suite A, DeKalb, Illinois 60115.
FOR SALE City of Coffeen taking bids on Howard Rotavator Model E-60 w/extra blades and manuels. Bids closed 5 p.m. April 2, 1990. Reserve right to reject any or all bids. Bids to: "Rotavator" City of Cofteen, Box 496, Coffeen, Ill. 62017.
UTILITIES CONSTRUCTION MANAGER Orange County (Orlando), Florida, population 550,000, 1.26 million operating budget, 24 personnel. Responsible for the management of a large, multi-project water, wastewater and solid waste construction program. The County is seeking a proven professional with significant supervisory and construction management experience in a complex public environment. Requires excellent communication skills, strong leadership ability, and a proven negotiator. Bachelor's degree in Civil, Sanitary or Mechanical Engineering required. Ten years of directly related experience in construction and construction management of large industrial-type facilities, of which 5 years must be in large public water, wastewater and solid waste facilities. Possession of, or ability to become a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida required. Submit resume, along with five work related references and current salary by February 28, 1990 to David W. Eisenlohr, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager, Ralph Andersen & Associates, 3860 West Northwest Highway, Suite 230, Dallas, Texas 75220.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Central Lake County joint Action Water Agency, Lake Bluff, Illinois, is seeking an individual with at least eight years of municipal water supply operating and engineering experience; three years of which must have been in a supervisory or management position. Applicants must possess or be eligible to obtain an Illinois Class A Water Supply Operator's license. A Bachelor of Engineering degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Successful applicant will be responsible for the operation of a 40 mgd water filtration plant and distribution system. Responsibilities will include budgeting, hiring of the operations staff, and coordination with the Agency's consultant during the construction phase. Excellent opportunity for highly motivated individual to come in on the ground floor of a new water utility. Salary range: $40,000 to $48,000 per year plus attractive benefit package. Interested applicants should send job resume, including salary history and references, prior to April 15, 1990 to Executive Director, CLCJAW A, 900 North Shore Drive, Suite 212, Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044.
DEPUTY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR The Village of Lake Zurich (pop. 16,000) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Deputy Public Works Director. This position involves significant supervisory responsibility over the field operations of the department, including streets, water and sewer, wastewater, and vehicle maintenance. Other responsibilities include management and development of special projects, including solid waste management and employee safety. Position reports directly to the Public Works Director. Applicants should have a minimum of 3 to 5 years progressively responsible experience in municipal public works operations, with a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Public Administration required with professional registration or MPA desired. Salary $34,000 - $42,000 DOQ/E, plus benefits. Applicants should send a personal letter and resume detailing qualifications prior to February 23, 1990 to: David L. Talbott, Public Works Director, 70 E. Main, Lake Zurich, IL 60047. EOE Page 26 / Illinois Municipal Review / February 1990
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BUILDING COMMISSIONER The Village of North Riverside, Illinois (Pop. 6,760) is recruiting a full-time professional Building Commissioner to be appointed by the Mayor. Duties include but are not limited to: Reviewing and evaluating plans for Code Compliance; consulting with contractors, engineers, and architects; processing building permit applications; conducting field inspections; administering zoning restrictions; and issuing of occupancy permits. Extensive knowledge of building life-safety, fire and zoning codes. Experience in commercial development and regional shopping center construction desirable. Please submit resume to: Wayne E. Pesek, Village Administrator, Village of North Riverside, 2401 South Desplaines Avenue, North Riverside, Illinois 60546 (TX (708) 447-4211) on or before February 23, 1990. Salary negotiable and commensurate with experience. Contracted services who are qualified to perform all of the stated requisites are encouraged to submit written proposals.
POLICE CHIEF POSITION AVAILABLE The Village of Glen Carbon, Illinois, a progressive and growing Madison County Community of 8,000, is seeking an innovative professional for the position of Chief of Police. The Police Chief supervises 10 full time sworn officers and 6 civilians. Responsibilities include: management of patrol services, police records, budgeting, community relations, crime prevention, training and traffic enforcement functions. Salary: negotiable, with fringe benefits. Applicants should have: four (4) years minimum supervisory experience in similar or larger department and a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration or related field. Successful candidate must pass thorough background investigation, physical examination, and psychological tests prior to hire. Please submit resume to Mr. Ronald Foster, Village President, Village of Glen Carbon, 151 North Main, Glen Carbon, Illinois 62034. The Village is an equal opportunity employer. Closing date for applications: February 20, 1990.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS City of Highland, Illinois, population 7,500. Salary range to $50,000. Mechanical or Civil Engineering degree plus ability to attain registration required. Responsible for a 17 employee department. The basic mandate for the department is to maintain and improve the streets, sewers and water systems for the community. The city is in the second phase of a five million dollar major improvement program designed to increase water treatment, pumping, storage and distribution main capacities. There is a need to upgrade codes, improve contract administration and develop standards. This is a management position that requires the skill to train, develop and utilize staff abilities to the fullest extent. Send resume or contact: Donald C. Pearson, Manager, Public Sector Division, Langton, McLean & Knox, Inc., 7819 E. Greenwav Road, Suite 3, Scottsdale, Arizona 85260. Telephone 602/998-8789.
VILLAGE ENGINEER Village of Bensenville, Bensenville, IL. Population: 16,500, Salary range: $36,389 - $54,584. This position requires registration as a P.E. in Illinois or ability to acquire within six months of employment and five years progressively responsible experience in related field. The duties include supervision of four departmental employees, design of in-house utility and roadway projects, grant management and other related duties. The village offers a full benefit package. Resumes should be submitted to Bryon D. Vana, Administrative Assistant, 700 W. Irving Park Road, Bensenville, IL 60106 by April 20, 1990. The Village of Bensenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS Village of Bensenville, Bensenville, IL. Population: 16,500, Salary range: $36,692 - $55,039.48 full-time employees within Public Works Department. Director of Public Works reports to Village Manager. This position requires a Bachelor's Degree (civil engineering preferred), and five years of progressively responsible experience in operation, supervision and direction of municipal public works. Full range of benefits provided. Resumes should be submitted to Bryon D. Vana, Administrative Assistant, Village of Bensenville, 700 W. Irving Park Road, Bensenville, IL 60106 by April 20, 1990. Village of Bensenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
VILLAGE ENGINEER The Village of Niles, population 30,000, is seeking a Village Engineer. Niles is located 12 miles from downtown Chicago, on its north border. Numerous cultural and recreational amenities available. Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefit package including retirement, tuition reimbursement, employer paid health, dental and life insurance. Deferred compensation and credit union available. This challenging, professional engineering and administrative position requires extensive experience in the design and construction of general public works, utilities and other structures. Degree in civil engineering and State of Illinois registration as a Professional Engineer, or eligibility for registration, also required. Specific expertise in hydraulics, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, water retention, and computer aided drafting and design systems strongly desired. Excellent skills in planning, interpersonal communication, project management, staff supervision, and written and oral communication necessary. Successful candidate will supervise, plan, organize, direct, and participate in activities of professional engineering staff within the Public Services Department. Responsible for all facets of municipal engineering including designs, inspections, plan reviews, and specifications for municipal engineering and construction projects. The Village Engineer reports to the Director of Public Services. Niles is an equal opportunity employer and is seeking qualified black and other minority applicants as well as white applicants for employment without regard to race, color or ethnic origin. M/F. Send resume to John M. Coakley, Assistant to the Manager, 7601 Milwaukee Avenue, Niles, Illinois 60648 by March 30, 1990.
1000 GPM PUMPER/55 FOOT WATER TOWER The Village of Millstadt and the Millstadt Rural Fire Protection District will receive sealed bids for the purchase of a Combination 55 ft. Water Tower/1000 GPM Fire Pumper Apparatus. Sealed proposals are desired from reputable builders of automotive fire fighting apparatus. Bids for the Water Tower Fire Pumper Apparatus and the chassis can be bid separately. Bids will be received at the Village Clerks Office on or before April 30, 1990, until the hour of 5:00 P.M. CST. Bid specifications can be obtained by writing the Village of Millstadt, Illinois, 111 W. Laurel Street, Millstadt, Illinois 62260, or calling the Village Clerk's office at (618) 476-1514.
CIVIL ENGINEER The Village of Lombard (Pop. 38,000) has immediate openings for Civil Engineers. Responsible for a variety of engineering functions including drafting and design, project specifications, field inspections and plan reviews. Four year College Degree with major coursework in Civil Engineering required. Salary range $30,294 - $40,987. Submit resume by March 2, 1990 to: Village of Lombard, Personnel Department, 255 E. Wilson, Lombard, Illinois 60148. Equal Opportunity Employer. February 1990 / Illinois Municipal Review / Page 27
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LAW ENFORCEMENT POSITION City of Darien, Illinois (population 17,200) in DuPage County seeks degreed candidates for Chief of Police. Responsible for 25 sworn and 9 civilian employees. Leadership, interpersonal communications, and labor & public relation skills important. Bachelor's Degree required; prefer graduate degree in Law Enforcement/Public Administration in addition to 3-5 years experience in police command/supervisory/management positions. Position appointed by Mayor with advice and consent of City Council; serves under direction of professional City Administrator. Salary of $45,200+ is negotiable. Reply in confidence with resume and references to: City Administrator, City of Darien, 1702 Plainfield Road, Darien, IL 60559, no later than April 1, 1990.
PUBLIC WORKS POSITION Director of Public Works for Darien, Illinois (population 17,200). Salary of $43,700+ is negotiable. Degreed in Engineering or related field, with preference of a Master's in Engineering/Public Works Management/Public Administration, and 5-10 years of public works management experience; prefer P.E. Responsible for planning, directing, and managing the Public Works divisions of streets and water. 18 full-time employees with an operating budget in excess of $2.25M. Send resume and references in confidence to: City Administrator, City of Darien, 1702 Plainfield Road, Darien, IL 60559, by April 1, 1990.
VILLAGE ENGINEER Village of Northbrook, IL (33,200) a prestigious suburban community 25 miles north of Chicago, seeks an experienced engineer to head Engineering Department responsible for subdivision review, design, and inspection of water, sewer, drainage, streets and traffic engineering and related projects. Works jointly with Village's Director of Public Works and Director of Development, and other governmental agencies, with regard to community-wide public improvement projects involving planning, zoning and capital improvements. 1990-1994 CIP budget is $43.5 million. BCE with PE minimum preferable. Salary $50,000+; negotiable, depending upon qualifications and experience. Apply at once: The PAR Group, 100 Waukegan Road, Suite 200, Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044, TEL: 708/234-0005, FAX: 708/234-8309.
CIVIL ENGINEERS Will County Department of Highways, Joliet, Illinois seeks engineers to fill positions in transportation engineering: CIVIL ENGINEER IV — TRAFFIC ENGINEER BSCE plus PE and 2 + years traffic experience required. Salary Range $25,000 to $39,500. CIVIL ENGINEER IV — GENERAL ENGINEER BSCE plus PE or qualifications to obtain PE and 3 + years Surveying, Design, Construction, Permits experience required. Salary Range $25,000 to $37,500. CIVIL ENGINEER III — FIELD CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER BSCE plus EIT required. Salary Range $23,000 to $29,484. Excellent fringe benefit program. Equal opportunity employer. Apply for specific position with resume and salary history, to Will County Superintendent of Highways, Laraway & Cherry Hill Roads, Joliet, Illinois 60433.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR The City of Fairfield is accepting applications for the position of City Administrator. Mayor and 8 member Council with $10 million budget with approximately 90 employees. Degree in public administration or related field with local government experience preferred — Salary negotiable. Send resume with salary history to: Personnel Committee, 109 N.E. 2nd Street, Fairfield, Illinois 62837.
ASSISTANT VILLAGE ENGINEER A Civil Engineer is sought for our hi-growth DuPage suburb. Duties, both administrative and technical include plan review, supervision of inspection staff and preparation of plans and specs. Requires B.S.C.E., Illinois P.E. within one year along with four years of progressively responsible experience. Salary range $31,942 - $45,411 along with excellent benefits. Send resume, including salary history to: Village of Carol Stream, 500 N. Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188 (708) 665-7050. Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/H
FOR SALE 1973 Sectional rodder (14 HP) City of Zeigler, 304 Church St., Zeigler, Ill. 62999, Phone: 618-596-6475 or 596-3761.
PERSONNEL COORDINATOR The Village of Mount Prospect (pop. 52,000) is seeking to fill the newly created position of Personnel Coordinator. Major responsibilities will include the creation of a modern, centralized personnel system and employee benefit administration. The successful candidate will have 2-3 years experience in the public personnel field. Knowledge and experience in developing classification/compensation systems; negotiating and administering union contracts; handling of grievance and disciplinary cases is essential, MPA or related degree required. Salary commensurate with experience. Submit resume to John F. Dixon, Village Manager, 100 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
PLANNER/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Successful candidate will be responsible for performing professional planning and zoning work and is responsible for managing the Village's Economic Development Program. Job responsibilities will include: performing in-house planning and zoning reviews, development of incentive packages, establishment of a commercial and industrial retention program and managing the Village's public relations/advertising program. The candidate must possess a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning and zoning. Minimum requirements are a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college with a concentration in Planning, Public/Business Administration, or a related field and, five years experience in planning, marketing, econ. dev., or public relations. Forward resumes and salary requirements to: David Torgler, Assistant Village Manager, 131 West Lake Street, Addison, IL 60101. Deadline date for applications is 3/30/90. EEO.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR The City Administrator is the chief administrative official of the municipal government and accountable for the overall planning, organizing, assembling resources, supervising all activities necessary to implement the policies and programs established by the Mayor and City Council. Prefer degree in Public Administration or related fields. Four years administrative experience. Become a resident of the City of McHenry. Salary: $45,000 minimum. Application deadline: March 31, 1990. Starting date: May 1, 1990 or as soon as possible. Obtain applications from; Barbara E. Gilpin, City Clerk, City of McHenry, 1111 N, Green, McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 385-8500. Page 28 / Illinois Municipal Review / February 1990 |
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