PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR

Orland Park; Orland Park (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Village of Orland Park seeks an experienced Public Works Director to oversee capital projects, daily operations, and lead the Public Works Department within the village's executive team. The role will propose, implement and maintain policies affecting infrastructure maintenance, budget oversight, and long-range planning to support a high quality of life for residents and a thriving business community.

Located 30 miles southwest of Chicago, Orland Park offers a dynamic, progressive community

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressive experience managing a public works organization.
• Bachelor's degree in public/business administration, civil engineering, or related field.
• Master's degree and/or P.E. designation highly preferred.
• Strong planning, budgeting, and fiscal management skills.
• Leadership and participatory management style.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and implementation of capital projects.
• Lead day-to-day operations of the Public Works Department.
• Provide strong leadership to the village's executive leadership team.
• Propose, implement, and maintain policies affecting infrastructure maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Public works management

Budgeting

Project planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public/Business Admin or Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

P.E. designation preferred

Job description

The Village of Orland Park, a dynamic, progressive, vibrant community, seeks an experienced professional to oversee the planning and implementation of capital projects, day-to-day operations, as well as provide strong leadership to our Public Works Department. The Public Works Director is an integral member of the village's executive leadership team and will propose, implement and maintain all policies affecting the maintenance of the Village infrastructure.

Our vision is to be a distinctive and innovative community that is committed to building strong families and strong businesses that contribute to the place we are proud to call "Home".

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for those who live in, work in, and visit Orland Park.

Orland Park is a premier community located 30 miles southwest of Chicago’s Loop with a residential population of nearly 60,000 (full build-out expected to peak at 75,000) and is the commercial and retail hub of Chicago’s south suburban region. Orland Park continues its wave of growth and prosperity from a historic, rural community to a dynamic corporate and commercial center.

Orland Park has a unique blend of residential and business communities in the midst of more than 700 acres of parks and open land. In 2014 and 2022, Orland Park was named one of Chicago Magazine’s “Best Places to Live.” Important factors for this recognition include Orland Park’s low crime rate, exceptional amenities and access to downtown Chicago.

For additional information, qualifications and benefits, kindly review the Public Works Director Recruitment Brochure.

Public Works Director Recruitment Brochure

This position requires at least 10 years of progressive experience managing a similar public works organization along with a bachelor’s degree in public/business administration, civil engineering, or related field (significant relevant experience will also be considered). A master’s degree in a related field and/or a P.E. designation is highly preferred.

Strong project planning and tracking, budgeting, fiscal management, solid judgment, supportive and motivating leadership style, and participatory management approach are additional qualities that will make for a successful Director in the Village of Orland Park.

The selected candidate will share a dedication and commitment to the Village of Orland Park’s employee values which include; integrity, communication, teamwork, professionalism and quality of life.

Position : 800074001

Location : PUBLIC WORKS - ADMINISTRATION