Assistant Director of Engineering

VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG Human Resources Department 101 Schaumburg Court,Schaumburg, IL 60193 http://www.schaumburg.com/ NOW ACCEPTINGAPPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Assistant Director of Engineering & Public Works Interviews will be conducted as applications are received. This position will remain open until filled. JOB SUMMARY: This position assists the director in the operation, management, planning, organization, and direction of the department. Exercises broad discretion in the management of the department. In the absence of the director, this position will assume the duties of the director. This position is a leadership role and is provided considerable latitude to carry out operational management and leadership responsibilities including: development of short and long term goals; compliance with all federal, state, and local agency rules, regulations, and safety requirements; development and implementation of the department's budget; rapid response to emergency situations; and promotion of a positive image of the department at all times. Other work includes representing all major program areas of the department in liaison activities and coordinating special projects across divisions. The responsibilities require exercise of considerable professional and technical judgment and initiative within the framework of established regulations. JOB DUTIES: 1. Assists director with personnel management including recruitment, performance assessment, enforcement of work rules, labor relations, disciplinary action, grievance procedures, succession planning, employee relations, and related activities. 2. Assists director with preparing the annual budget and monitoring and approving expenditures. 3. Delegates duties to the superintendents, managers, and other departmental staff, to accomplish the operational activities of the department. 4. Reviews, prepares, and presents agenda items for the Engineering and Public Works Committee, Village Board, and any other committee as assigned. 5. Allocates resources and establishes priorities required to meet departmental mission, goals, established service levels, and manage assets. 6. Manages contracts including drafting, procurement, oversight, evaluation, assessment, and reporting. 7. Anticipates existing or potential problems, circumstances, activities, or events which may/will affect the department and keeps the director apprised of the same. 8. Prepares detailed management and operations reports on department activities. 9. Initiates a quality inspection program and monitors accomplishments of division activities to ensure proper reporting and compliance with department standards. 10. Communicates with residents and other customers to resolve service disputes and impartially provide the highest quality service within the policies and framework established by the Village. Represents the department and the Village in a friendly, courteous and professional manner at all times. 11. Assists and advises the Director in establishing departmental plans, goals, budgets, and procedures. 12. Prepares reports to agencies, including periodic reports to the IEPA, MWRD, IDOT, IDOL, JAWA, NWMC, NPDES, and ISO. 13. Responds to emergency conditions that disrupt services; coordinates and directs efforts to resume normal service, as needed. 14. Supports the director in managing an effective training schedule of direct reports in work practices, proper equipment operation and maintenance, and safety issues in the workplace, through existing village staff and consultants. 15. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, business, public administration, construction engineering or a related field. 2. Master's Degree preferred. If the candidate does not possess a master's degree at the time of hire, they must obtain it within five years of employment/promotion. 3. A minimum of five years of experience in a public works department or related industry. 4. A minimum of three years of supervisory experience coordinating a range of activities undertaken by others that involve directing, monitoring, and evaluating the performance of staff. 5. Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with the State of Illinois preferred. 6. Possession of a valid driver's license. 7. Proficiency with current computer technology, job-specific software, and customer service systems. STARTING SALARY RANGE: $136,932.00 - $183,146.00annually dependent on qualifications.The salary range for this position is $136,932.00 -$198,551.00 Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. BENEFITS: The Village of Schaumburg has a competitive benefit package with coverage that begins on the first day of employment and includes: flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. The Village also provides paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, succession development, and more. ABOUT THE VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG: The village employs approximately 600 employees in 12 departments, including police, fire, engineering and public works, communications, community development, cultural services, economic development, finance, general government, human resources, information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best community it can be. Our Core Values are the heart and soul of how we operate. Customer service, integrity, respect, teamwork, and trust are the values we dedicate ourselves to with the goal of providing excellent services and programs to meet the needs of our community and those within our organization. They guide our actions and serve as the framework for the decisions and contributions we make every day - at every level. Each member of the Schaumburg team is valued, belongs and provides essential services to the residents, visitors, and businesses of Schaumburg. We are proud of the rich diversity of the Schaumburg community, and we want employees to bring their own unique capabilities, experiences, and characteristics to their work in serving the community. The characteristics of humility, empathy, respect, and open-mindedness are cornerstones of our organizational culture. The success of the village depends on our employees, and we are committed to helping employees continue growing and developing in their careers. SELECTION PROCESS: The candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, and other job-related testing or verifications. Chosen candidates will be subject to background checks and a criminal history investigation. The top candidate will need to successfully complete the post-offer qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis). Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to complete the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at 847-923-3900. The Village of Schaumburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer