MGT is pleased to announce that it is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Village Administrator for the Village of Cary, Illinois. This announcement provides background information as well as the requirements and expected qualifications for the position.

About the Village
Cary, Illinois is a suburban community located 50 miles northwest of Chicago. The Village has a population of 17,826 and is located in McHenry County. Cary has an AA2 Bond rating and is well positioned for economic growth. With 3.4 million square feet of industrial space and 900,000 square feet of commercial and office space, Cary is home to both small home-grown operations such as the nationally recognized Uncle Jerry’s Pizza Company and large Fortune 500 companies like Stryker.
Cary is an excellent place to start your life, raise a family and genuinely enjoy life at any stage. It is a community rich with culture, with a reputation as a friendly, quiet place made better through effective and engaged government, housing that is affordable and excellent schools. It is for all these reasons that so many people “Choose Cary.”
A seven-member legislative body comprised of the Village Mayor and six Trustees each elected to a staggered four-year term governs the Village of Cary. The Village Board is responsible for enacting ordinances, adopting the budget, establishing policies, and appointing the Village Administrator. The Village Administrator is responsible for day-to-day Village operations and its sixty-six full-time and three part-time employees within four operating departments (Village Administrator’s Office, Community Development, Police and Public Works and Engineering).
About the Position
Under the direction of the Village Administrator, the Assistant Village Administrator assists with developing, administering, managing, and directing all the operational activities and programs of the Village. Acts as representative to the public, boards and committees and elected officials. Provides high level support to both the Village Administrator & Mayor, making recommendations regarding policies and procedures. Manages press releases, social media, and communications plan. Serves as liaison to the Illinois Risk Management Agency, Intergovernmental Personnel Benefit Cooperative, and planning committees for the coordination of Village events. Manages the Communications, HR, Finance, IT and Risk Management operations of the Village and ensures performance goals in each of these areas are being met. Oversees labor and employee relations initiatives and participates in negotiating collective bargaining agreements.

Must provide administrative and operational leadership which encourages creativity, initiative, teamwork, professional growth, and development. Helps lead the Village to continuously improve in the efficient and effective uses of Village resources.

As part of a highly collaborative executive leadership team that values professionalism and continuing education, the Assistant Village Administrator can expect to work extensively on a wide variety of projects across all of Cary’s operating departments. Cary’s team takes pride in their fast-paced, yet friendly, supportive, and engaging work environment. This position will also work closely with an experienced Mayor who is actively engaged at both a local and regional level.

Position Responsibilities
Key position responsibilities include the following:
• Serves as Acting Village Administrator in their absence.
• Serves as Village's communications contact.
• Responds to complex citizen inquiries and coordinates department actions/responses.
• As a key member of the Budget Team, assists in the preparation, coordination, review and presentation of the Village's annual operating budget and Capital Improvement Program.
• Coordinates outreach to the community through the Village's print publications, newsletters, the Village website, social media, and other platforms.
• Serves as project manager for a variety of special and capital projects.
• Supervises the staff and consultants responsible for the finance, information technology, and Village Clerk’s Office operations.
• Assigns projects to departments and support staff, monitors progress against objectives and makes recommendations to ensure timely completion.
• Serves as liaison to other governmental agencies and represents the Village at civic functions.
• Conducts specific and comprehensive studies; researches, analyzes, and prepares recommendations to the Village Administrator.
• Attends Village Board and Committee meetings, as needed. Coordinates Village Board meeting agenda and prepares individual items.
• Provides advice and assistance to department directors and heads of committees on a variety of matters including interpretation of Village policies, resolutions, or ordinances.
• Regularly responds to inquiries and complaints from employees and the public, ensuring proper follow-up.

Position Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are examples of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A bachelor’s degree or higher with major coursework in human resources administration, business administration, public administration, public policy or a related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal government administration and public relations with at least one (1) year of supervisory experience desired; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions duties of the job as listed.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports, complex and legal documents. Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences and in a variety of mediums. Maintains content of social media posts and website.

Ability to prioritize and effectively respond to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints daily.

Ability to effectively present information to elected officials, department heads, boards of directors, professional associations, employees, partners, and the general public.

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for the position is $109,720 to $148,120. Anticipated hiring salary range: $110,000-$124,000 DOQ. A comprehensive benefits package includes participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, medical insurance, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance. The Village also offers paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Selection Process
Candidates should apply online at www.GovHRjobs.com by December 4, 2024, with resume, cover letter, and contact information for five work-related references to the attention of Ann Everhart, MGT Approved Independent Executive Recruiter. Tel: 815-451-4559.