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1988 FORD/ROAD RESCUE TYPE 3 AMBULANCE
Ford E-350 Road Rescue Type 3 Ambulance. Unit is still
in-service. Module is an all aluminum body. Options include
several outside compartments and one inside/outside compartment on the passenger side. Interior features include onboard suction and oxygen, climate thermostat control, Ferno
cot fastener, lockable drug box compartment, vinyl upholstery in module, and cloth captains chairs in cab. Engine is a
7.3L International Diesel. Current mileage is apx 63,000. Unit
is in excellent condition and will be sold as is along with all
service manuals.
Bids are being accepted by the Mokena Fire Protection
District, 19853 S. Wolf Road, Mokena, IL 60448, attention
Deputy Chief Holomy (708) 479-5371. The Fire District reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids. Asking
price is $20,000.00.
FOR SALE
The City of Countryside will be accepting separate sealed
bids for the following equipment: (1) 1979 Ford 7000 Dump
Truck with tailgate salt spreader and ten foot Flink power
angle plow; (2) 1980 Ford 7000 Dump Truck with tailgate salt
spreader and ten foot Flink power angle plow; (3) 1977F.M.C.
model C-16 Branch Chipper with 318 Chrysler engine; and (4)
1978 F.M.C. model C-16 Branch Chipper with 318 Chrysler
engine. The equipment may be viewed by appointment by
contacting Public Works Director Robert Fullar at (708) 354-3390. There is no minimum bid on this equipment. Equipment
is to be sold in "as is condition."
Sealed bids will be received by the City Clerk, 5550 East
Avenue, Countryside, IL 60525, until 1:00 p.m., Monday, May
20,1996, and the bids will be opened on Tuesday, May 21,1996
at 1:00 p.m. in the Chamber Conference Room, 5550 East
Avenue, Countryside. Bids are to be submitted separately and
marked on the outside "Truck Bid" or "Chipper Bid." The city
of Countryside reserves the right to reject any or all offers. For
further information contact City Administrator Vince Long at
(708) 354-7270.
FINANCE DIRECTOR
Here is an exciting challenge for a Finance Director to
work for a growing, dynamic northwest suburban municipality with an approximate population of 48,000. Manages $96
million investment portfolio, pension funds, outstanding debt
and financial applications, monthly water billing; coordinates
annual audit; prepares tax levy ordinance, financial forecast,
annual operating & capital budgets; oversees all collection and
purchasing functions; reviews all payrolls, operating reports,
balance sheets; serves a key advisor to Board and Manager.
Requirements include Bachelor's degree in public administration, accounting, financial management, or a closely related
field; and six to eight years' professional accounting experience with a minimum of five years' experience in public
sector accounting. Master's degree in public or business administration and CPA a plus. Managerial experience required
to lead and manage staff of 22 in a participative environment.
Competitive salary and excellent benefit package.
Apply directly including salary history and requirements
to: Chris Guckenberger, Director of Human Resources Management, Village of Hoffman Estates, 1900 Hassell Road,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60195. EOE. m/f/v/d/h.
FOR SALE
The Village of Stickney is selling one 1972, Pierce 65 foot
Snorkel with 1000 gpm Waterous pump on a Ford 900 single
rear axle chassis. Vehicle is powered by a 534 cubic inch
gasoline engine with a 5 speed manual transmission and
equipped with power steering and air brakes. Snorkel and
ground ladders certified as of May 1995. Snorkel was RO-TEK'ed in 1988. Snorkel has pre-piped 4" waterway, 110 volt
electric, and breathing air to basket including 2 face mask.
Pump service tested October 1995. Vehicle to be sold with
gound ladders, generator, and all warning devices. Vehicle
currently is in active service and available immediately. Asking price $25,000.00.
For further information contact Chief Kerbs or Captain
Meyer at 708-795-6333.
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER
A rapidly growing consulting engineering firm providing
unlimited opportunity is seeking qualified candidate for the
position of Transportation Engineer. Position is responsible
for transportation project planning and design. Candidate
must demonstrate training, management, and marketing skills.
Experience with Illinois Department of Transportation and
Illinois State Toll Highway Authority planning and design
practices and procedures is desirable. An Illinois P.E. and 8 to
12 years of experience is required. Salary is negotiable. Excellent benefit package available.
Send resume and professional references to: Strand Associates, Inc., 2400 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 226, Joliet, IL
60435. Equal Opportunity Employer.
SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
The Village of Viola seeks a full-time Superintendent of
Public Works. Must have a class "C" license for water and
sewer or able to obtain such or better. Salary depends on
qualifications.
Interested and qualified applicants must submit a resume
and application letter to Village Clerk, P.O. Box 278, Viola, IL
61486 by May 1, 1996.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER
City of Naperville seeks director to manage & coordinate
all Dept. of Public Works activities including engineering,
construction, transportation, resource recovery, operation &
maintenance, vehicle services & public building maintenance.
Provides guidance to Transportation Advisory Board and City
Council. Directly supervises 7-9 supervisors, indirectly responsible for 150 dept. employees. Responsibilities: preparation/administration/monitoring of the dept.'s $15 million operating budget/$20 million annual capital improvement
budget. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with over 7
years experience in public works management. State of Illinois
Professional Engineer Registration required. Master's degree
in Public Administration preferred. Skills required: excellent
communication and presentation; strong leadership; transportation management abilities; and infra-structure maintenance
planning. Valid Illinois Class D Driver's License required.
Salary $57,595-$95,659.
Resume & salary history to City of Naperville, Human
Resources, Dept. DDPW, P.O. Box 3020, Naperville, IL 60566-
7020 by 5/24/96. EOE.
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CITY MANAGER
Park Ridge, (37,075). Salary $90,000+/- negotiable, dependent on experience and qualifications. Four persons have
held position since 1949. Appointed by Mayor elected at large
for four-year term with advice and consent of 14-member City
Council elected from seven wards for tour-year overlapping
terms. Active Council Standing Committee system. $30.2 million budget; 263 FTE employees. BA required; MPA desired.
Proven municipal administrator with excellent financial, interpersonal, and communication skills required. Experience in
mature, fully developed, family-oriented, urban, and fiscally
conservative community important.
Apply to: The PAR Group - Paul A. Reaume, Ltd., 100 N.
Waukegan Rd., Suite 200, Lake Bluff, IL 60044. TEL: 847-234-0005. FAX: 847-234-8309.
FOR SALE
The Village of Potomac has a new vertical high service
pump for sale: 3ph-3ph-3495 rpm-200V — Aurora Pump — pm 100 — rpm3500 — head ft 165 price $1,150.00. For further
information, call 217-987-6532,
FOR SALE
1980 Pierce Dash Ford C-8000. Open Crew cab. Caterpillar 3208 210 HP, 14,000 Miles, Dual Start System, Side Mount
Pump Panel, 1000 GPM Waterous pump, 500 Gal. Water Tank,
Spicier 5 Speed Manual Transmission, Hannay Booster reel
W/200' Booster Hose, 5- 2 1/2" Discharge outlets. Electric
Transfer, Two Tone Cab: Black over Red. Asking $54,000
OBO. Price includes Ground Ladders, Lights, Q2B Siren, and
many Extras, ABSOLUTELY CLEAN. NO RUST.
For information contact Chief Mandarine or Deputy Chief
Krause at 708-489-4742 during normal business hours.
ACCOUNTING MANAGER
The Village of Bellwood seeks an Accounting Manager.
Position is responsible for directing the financial activities of
the Village by performing various accounting duties personally or through subordinates including cash receipts, financial
statements, budgeting, payroll, insurance disbursements, accounts receivable, cash flow analysis and the maintenance of
journals and general ledger. Job requirements include: ability
to read, analyze and interpret common business and technical
journals, financial reports and legal documents; demonstrated
ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and
draw valid conclusions; must have organizational, motivational communication and presentation skills; ability to develop innovative solutions and make meaningful recommendations to improve Village operations; and must have knowledge of computers and accounting software as well as
databases and spreadsheets. Applicant must have B.S. in accounting, minimum of seven years accounting experience and
have supervisor experience. Starting salary is $35,000-$40,000.
To apply, send a resume to Village of Bellwood, 3700
Washington Blvd., Bellwood, IL 60104.
PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEE
The City of Lockport (population 11,000) is accepting
applications for Full Time person in the Public Works Department. Applicant must have or be willing to get a Commercial Driver's License within 6 months after date of employment, a Public Water Supply Operator's License, and/or
Wastewater Treatment Works Operator's License is preferred. Starting Salary is $21,000 per year with an excellent
benefits package.
Interested persons should submit resume by June 1, 1996
to: Larry McCasland, Director of City Services, 222 E. 9th
Street, Lockport, IL 60441.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
The Village of Algonquin (est. population 18,000), progressive northwest suburb of Chicago with strong commercial and
residential growth, seeks an experienced professional to administer and coordinate development projects in a newly-created position. Responsibilities include zoning, subdivision,
annexation, and planning review activities. Receives, processes, and reviews development proposals, coordinates plan
reviews by departments and retained consultants, and works
with Building Department personnel on code enforcement
activities. Newly revised Sign Code and Comprehensive Plan
and revisions of Zoning and Subdivision Codes are underway.
Serves as staff liaison to Plan Commission and Zoning Board of
Appeals meetings and provides support on development
issues to President and Board of Trustees. Reports to Village
Manager. Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor's degree
(Master's preferred) in urban planning, public or business
administration, or a related field with 5 years experience in
planning, zoning, or development issues at the municipal level,
ideally in a community that has faced growth pressures. Candidates must be self-motivated with excellent administrative,
organizational, and technical skills, have demonstrable ability
to effectively interact with residents, civic groups, and developers, and be able to work in a strong team staff environment.
Must possess excellent oral and written communications skills,
be able to interpret complex code and procedural requirements, read blueprints, be familiar with computer applications, and understand the legal basis of zoning, platting and
code enforcement issues. Supervisory experience would be a
plus. This position offers an excellent benefits package and a
competitive salary.
Send resume, cover letter, writing sample, salary history
and expectations, and list of references by May 15, 1996, to:
Michael D. Friesen, Personnel Officer, Village of Algonquin, 2
South Main Street, Algonquin, IL 60102.
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
SEC Environmental, Inc. seeks IL State certified professional for operations director. Degree in environmental sciences/public administration/civil engineering/other field related, or rep. college courses preferred. Three years responsiblity for charge of operation/maintenance of water/wastewater systems. Responsibilities include supervising daily facility operations of water/wastewater systems; long range capital improvements, planning and management; experience
with advisory boards and elected officials; operational budget
preparation and administration; knowledge of repair and
maintenance of collection systems, water distribution and
pumping. Salary $45,000-$52,000.
Submit resume and references to SEC Environmental,
Inc., c/o Mr. Richard Leber, 4500 Prime Parkway, Suite 201,
McHenry, IL 60050.
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Village of Homewood (population 19,278). Located in
southern Cook County 25 miles from downtown Chicago.
Stable residential population. Growing commercial and retail
climate. The Village owns and is developing the last large tract
of undeveloped land into a business park. Strong planning,
zoning, and economic development skills, an entrepreneurial
spirit, and outstanding interpersonal skills are essential. BA/BS
in planning or related field and seven years' experience in
municipal planning and economic development required. Residency required within 12 months of appointment. Salary:
$43,494-$58,285 plus excellent benefits.
Position announcement available by calling (708) 206-3378
or (708) 206-3399 (TTY). Resume and letter of interest to
Village of Homewood, Personnel Administration, 2020 Chestnut Road, Homewood, IL 60430 by May 17, 1996, EOE.
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
City Administrator for newly created position in LeRoy, a
rapidly growing city of 3,100 located between two university
cities with populations of 100,000 plus in Central Illinois. Good
growth potential, budget of $2 million with equalized assessed
value of more than $19 million. Thirteen full-time employees.
Master's degree preferred in public administration/finance.
Requires 3-5 years manager/assistant manager experience. Salary negotiable depending on experience. Strength in interpersonal communications skills, financial planning, and grant
writing necessary.
Send resume to Mayor Jerry Davis, City of LeRoy, 111 E.
Center, LeRoy, IL 61752. Closing date is April 30, 1996.
BUILDING INSPECTOR/
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
The Village of Crete (population 7,200) is accepting applications through May 1996 for the position of Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer. Duties include: supervision/processing building permit applications, review of building
and site plans, on-site construction inspections, and other associated code enforcement activities. Candidate must possess
knowledge of BOCA building and property maintenance
code, CABO building code and a minimum of five years of
municipal or trade experience. BOCA certification desired.
Candidate should possess good communication skills as well
as have the ability to supervise part-time personnel within the
department. Position offers a salary range of $27,000-$30,000
DOQ plus excellent fringe benefits package.
Resumes are to be sent to Jerry Ducay, Village Administrator, 524 Exchange Street, P.O. Box 337, Crete, IL 60417.
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VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR
Plainfield, (7,700). Salary competitive, DOQ. Two administrators since ICMA recognition in 1988. Attractive growth
community located between Naperville and Joliet approximately 37 miles sw of Chicago's loop. Appointed by Village
President and six-member Board of Trustees elected at large
for four-year overlapping terms. $5 million budget, 48 FTE. A
Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field and
MPA desirable. Significant municipal management experience as a Village Manager or Assistant Manager in a community similar to Plainfield important. Ideal candidate will have
experience working in a high-growth community. Ability to
build consensus and team approach to municipal government
important.
Apply at once with complete resume and references to:
Gerald R. Plock, The PAR Group - Paul A. Reaume, Ltd., 100
N. Waukegan Rd., Suite 200, Lake Bluff, IL 60044. TEL:
847-234-0005. FAX: 847-234-8309.
DESIGN ENGINEER MANAGER
City of Naperville (population 107,000+) seeks Design Engineer Manager. Principle duties: supervision of nine civil
engineers and technicians, design engineering plans for capital
improvements, review plans for private development, respond to inquiries from residents/civic groups concerning
engineering issues. Strong, managerial skills with excellent
communication/customer service skills. Bachelor's degree in
Civil Engineering with 5 years progressively responsible experience as a Professional Engineer in public works, engineering
& management including 3 years of administrative and supervisory responsibility. An Illinois Professional Engineer's License and a valid drivers license required. Salary $47,403-$59,259.
Resume & salary history to City of Naperville, Human
Resources, Dept. DEM, P.O. Box 3020, Naperville, IL 60566-7020 by 5/24/96. EOE.
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
City of Port Huron, MI. Full service City of 34,000, very
desirable, international, lakefront, seeks highly qualified professional to lead Finance Dept.: accounting, control, treasury,
assessing, utilities, purchasing, taxation, data processing. Appointed as Controller, $49 M budget, cash and purchasing, to
advance when Director retires late 1997. Central role in City
management. Very strong financial condition. Require financing/acctg. degree, over 5 years management exper., prefer
Master's, C.P.A. Competitive salary, excellent benefits.
Resume and current salary to Tom Dority, The Mercer
Group, Inc., 3036 Lake Lansing Rd. #257, East Lansing, MI
48823 by 4/30/96. Must request confidentiality. EOE.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
The Village of Gilberts seeks an individual to fill the position of Director of Public Works. The position directs, plans
and supervises all public works functions and prepares and
monitors the department's budget. Prefer a minimum of a
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, and two years management experience in public works or civil engineering. Requires the individual to be on call 24 hours a day for snow-removal and "emergency" situations. This is a "hands on"
position requiring manual labor as well as administrative duties. Experience and/or self education may substitute for degree. Salary is D.O.Q. Good interpersonal skills are a must.
Submit resume to: Village of Gilberts, P.O. Box 175, Gilberts, IL 60136, Attn: Robin Brown, Chairman, Public Works
Committee. Open until filled.
FIRE CHIEF
The City of Centralia, (population 14,476), 60 miles east of
St. Louis, is seeking an individual to manage a fire department
comprised of 20 firefighters, two station facilities and an annual budget in excess of $1 million. Strong leadership and
managerial skills with excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must. Proven, successful experience in progressively responsible supervisory, administrative, and command
assignments is required. Appointed by and reports to the City
Manager. Salary $37,000 to $45,000 plus benefits.
Send resume to Donald E. Hahn, City Manager, 222 South
Poplar, Centralia, IL 62801.
FOR SALE
The Village of Plainfield, Department of Police, has for
sale, a 1989 Dictaphone 5082 Dual Transport, 8-Channel Recorder with 5516 High Speed Generator, excellent condition.
To be sold "As Is" and may be inspected at Village Police
Department by appointment only. Contact Lt. Mark Eiting
(815) 436-6544, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
CHIEF OF POLICE
The City of Jacksonville is seeking qualified applicants for
the position of Chief of Police. Jacksonville is a city of 19,400
population located 30 miles west of Springfield, and is home to
Illinois College and MacMurray College. The Jacksonville
Police Department has 36 sworn officers and 14 civilian personnel, with an annual department budget of $1.9 million.
Strong leadership, administrative, communication skills and
community involvement are essential. Knowledge of or experience with community-oriented policing is desirable. A minimum of 12 years law enforcement experience, with 5 years of
command supervisory experience required. Bachelor's degree
in law enforcement or a related field preferred. Starting salary
of $49,500 will increase to $52,435 on January 1,1997. Excellent
benefit package.
Interested applicants should send cover letter with resume
to: Mayor's Office, 200 West Douglas, Jacksonville, IL 62650,
by April 24, 1996.
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