About the Position
The Village Administrator serves as the chief administrative officer of the Village of Winthrop Harbor. The position is appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the Board of Trustees and is responsible for the day-to-day management of Village operations.
The Village of Winthrop Harbor operates under a Mayor–Board of Trustees form of government. The Mayor and Board set Village policy, adopt the budget, and pass ordinances. The Village Administrator turns those policies into action by directing staff, managing resources, and making sure residents and businesses receive dependable, cost-effective services.
Responsibilities
- Supervising and coordinating all Village departments, including Police, Fire, Public Works, Community Development, Parks and Recreation, and Administration, through their department heads.
- Working with the Finance Director on the annual budget and long-range financial planning, and aligning departmental spending with the priorities set by the Mayor and Board of Trustees.
- Advising the Mayor and Board of Trustees on policy matters and preparing agenda materials and recommendations for Board meetings.
- Overseeing personnel administration, including hiring, employee relations, and administration of collective bargaining agreements.
- Managing purchasing, contracts, and competitive bidding in accordance with Village ordinances and state law.
- Supporting the Community Development Director's economic development efforts and ensuring coordination among Village departments on development projects.
- Coordinating capital improvement planning for roads, water, sewer, and other infrastructure.
- Representing the Village with other units of government, regional agencies, and community organizations.
- Responding to resident and business concerns and ensuring they are addressed by the appropriate department.
- Performing other duties as assigned by the Mayor and Board of Trustees or as provided by Village ordinance.