Job advertisement: Village Administrator

Below is the text of the job advertisement currently running in various publications seeking to fill the Forsyth Village administrator position. Qualified Village and area residents are encouraged to apply.

An upscale Central Illinois community of 3,400 residents, anchored by a successful regional mall and continuing residential and commercial development, is looking for a per- sonable Village Administrator. The Administrator must be willing to invest in Village goals by becoming part of the community and working with a progressive Board of six Trustees and Mayor. The Administrator will coordinate the day-to-day operation with its 10 full-time, plus part-time and seasonal employees.

The Village of Forsyth enjoys stable revenue sources that are responsible for its many amenities that include a public library, water treat- ment plant, parks and bike trails, and a new grade school, contracted police, sanitary sewer services, and are within a fire protection district. Current operating budget for 2009/2010 is $7.242 million.
Visit our website at www.forsythvillage.us.

The successful candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills as well as experi- ence with budgeting and intergovernmental relations with proficiency in the application of state and federal laws as related to municipalities. Information technology skills are expected. A public administration degree will be a bonus for applicants and a four-year college degree is required. Residency within the Village is required within 9 months of employment with an employment agreement offered. Four Administrators have served in this position during the past 18 years. Salary is $70K+, depending on qualifications, with a generous benefits package.

Send References and Resume to:
Mayor Hap Gilbert
301 South Rt. 51
P.O. Box 80
Forsyth, IL 62535

Or e-mail to:
kmizer@forsythvillage.us by Feb. 12, 2010