Village of Mokena
Mokena, IL – Assistant Public Works Director
Village of Mokena, Mokena, Illinois, United States, 60448
Mokena, IL, population 19,887, is a suburban community located approximately 35 miles southwest of Chicago in northeastern Will County. The Village of Mokena is a family-oriented community with outstanding schools, parks, and excellent municipal services. The Village of Mokena is seeking professional, innovative, and self-motivated candidates interested in serving as the next Assistant Public Works Director.
The Assistant Public Works Director position is under the supervision of the Public Works Director. This position is responsible for assisting the Public Works Director with all aspects of public works services provided by the Village, including managing, directing, planning, budgeting, and supervising all public works functions such as water and wastewater distribution/treatment, streets, facilities, and commuter parking lot maintenance, with a reporting staff of 25 full-time employees and a ±$10 million operating budget.
The Village is seeking candidates with strong leadership and excellent communication skills who wish to join a professional management team. All Village employees are expected to embrace the motto, “Where Our Customers Always Come First.”
The successful candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from an accredited four-year college or university. Candidates should ideally have at least five years of progressively responsible public and/or private sector experience and/or training. Additional qualifications include the ability to think proactively, develop strategic plans, and coordinate and work well within the management team and with other staff members.
All applicants must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License. The annual salary range is $127,347 to $142,210, depending on qualifications and experience. The Village offers an excellent benefits package, including participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, health, dental, and life insurance. Interested applicants should (1) Review the full job description located on the Village webpage at www.mokena.org; (2) Submit a cover letter; (3) Submit a resume; and (4) Submit a list of five professional references to the Village of Mokena, c/o Village Administrator via email to administration@mokena.org. Position open until filled. No phone calls. The Village of Mokena is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The Assistant Public Works Director position is under the supervision of the Public Works Director. This position is responsible for assisting the Public Works Director with all aspects of public works services provided by the Village, including managing, directing, planning, budgeting, and supervising all public works functions such as water and wastewater distribution/treatment, streets, facilities, and commuter parking lot maintenance, with a reporting staff of 25 full-time employees and a ±$10 million operating budget.
The Village is seeking candidates with strong leadership and excellent communication skills who wish to join a professional management team. All Village employees are expected to embrace the motto, “Where Our Customers Always Come First.”
The successful candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from an accredited four-year college or university. Candidates should ideally have at least five years of progressively responsible public and/or private sector experience and/or training. Additional qualifications include the ability to think proactively, develop strategic plans, and coordinate and work well within the management team and with other staff members.
All applicants must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License. The annual salary range is $127,347 to $142,210, depending on qualifications and experience. The Village offers an excellent benefits package, including participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, health, dental, and life insurance. Interested applicants should (1) Review the full job description located on the Village webpage at www.mokena.org; (2) Submit a cover letter; (3) Submit a resume; and (4) Submit a list of five professional references to the Village of Mokena, c/o Village Administrator via email to administration@mokena.org. Position open until filled. No phone calls. The Village of Mokena is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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