Public Works Director

Village of Oswego; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 143,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

IMRF participation

457 plan

Paid leave

Professional development

Vehicle allowance

Phone allowance

Job summary

The Village of Oswego, IL seeks a Director of Public Works to lead one of its largest departments during a period of growth and infrastructure investment. You will guide major initiatives including the Lake Michigan water transition, Wolfs Crossing corridor improvements, and a new Public Works facility, while supporting continued community growth.

The ideal candidate brings a bachelor’s degree in public administration or civil engineering, 7+ years in public works, 5+ years supervisory, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, civil engineering or related field.
• 7+ years public works experience.
• 5+ years supervisory experience.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in public or business administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead major infrastructure initiatives including the transition to Lake Michigan water, improvements along the Wolfs Crossing corridor, the completion of a new Public Works facility and supporting continued community growth.
• Guide long-range infrastructure planning and growth.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, civil engineering or related field

Master’s degree in public or business administration

Job description

The Village of Oswego, a fast-growing community of nearly 40,000 residents located 40 miles southwest of Chicago, is seeking an accomplished, forward-thinking leader to serve as its next Director of Public Works. This is a unique opportunity to guide one of Oswego’s largest and most impactful departments during an exciting period of growth, investment and long-range infrastructure planning. The Director will guide major infrastructure initiatives, including the transition to Lake Michigan water, improvements along the Wolfs Crossing corridor, the completion of a new Public Works facility and supporting continued community growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, civil engineering or related field
• 7+ years public works experience
• 5+ years supervisory experience
• Valid Illinois driver’s license
• Preferred: Master’s degree in public or business administration

Compensation

• Salary range: $142,563-$213,866 (effective January 1, 2027); anticipated hiring range up to $185,000.
• Comprehensive insurance, IMRF participation, 457 plan, paid leave, professional development, vehicle and phone allowances.

EOE.