Submitted By
John Wielebnicki, Public Works Director Rolanda B. Russell, Interim Asst. Village Manager/Human Resources Director
Agenda Item Title
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Review and Recommend Process for Talent Development in the Public Works Department
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Overview
Overview
The Water and Sewer Superintendent position has been vacant for over a year. Staff would like to review the factors which have contributed to the extended vacancy as well as discuss several innovative methods to fill this position.
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Anticipated Future Actions/Commitments
Recommendation
Staff is seeking input from the RIG Committee in advance of making a recommendation to the Village Board.
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Report
The Human Resources Department advertised the Superintendent position in American Public Works publications, various state organizational sites, and nationwide. After the expiration of four (4) posting dates; we were unsuccessful in filling the position. Executive Recruiters state this is a national issue; the field of certified/experienced water and sewer personnel is shrinking yet in high demand. In 2013, the Water & Sewer Superintendent earning $83,865 left for a similar position at another community for $96,000. That employee now earns $116,000 and is in a pay range of $90,390-$124,446. In 2015, the successor Water & Sewer Superintendent earning $84,462 left for a similar but more responsible position at another community for $125,000. The current pay range for the Water & Sewer Superintendent position in Oak Park is $75,000-$103,500 (Grade 11PM). Due to an organizational change, the most recent Water & Sewer Superintendent (promoted to that position in 2016) has been reassigned. The position has been vacant since June 2018. To supplement organizational needs, the Village currently has a contractual agreement with Mr. James Eggen, a contractor with Eggen Consulting Group, Inc. and he is assisting with the duties of this vacant position. The Village Board previously approved an agr...
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