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JOB TITLE: PUBLIC WORKS DEPUTY DIRECTOR - MUNICIPAL ENTERPRISES DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC WORKS LOCATION: 3505 N. DRIES LANE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Monday through Friday SALARY: 2026 Management Grade 128 - $121,873 - $158,779 SUMMARY: Oversee and manage the City's municipal enterprises accomplished through the development and implementation of standards for organizational structure, infrastructure planning and design, and departmental policies and procedures; preparation and administration of the associated Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and operating budgets; and management of the City's utility operations, including storm water, solid waste, landfill, and sewer enterprises, and associated programs/legal requirements, as well as oversight of capital projects and assigned staff. This role requires a strong analytical approach to evaluating systems, financial performance, and long-term capital needs, while actively supporting day to-day operations. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: The City is seeking candidates with a strong mix of analytical, operational, and leadership skills to support complex municipal services. Experience in areas such as utility operations, public administration, finance, engineering, or related fields will support success in this role. Project management experience is also valuable. Candidates may have gained these skills through a variety of paths, including formal education, professional certifications, or hands-on experience. Backgrounds that include bachelor's or master's level education or credentials such as Professional Engineer, Law, or Certified Public Accountant may be helpful, but are not required. Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position will be considered. A valid State Driver's License is required. IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES: Knowledge of principles and practices of utility infrastructure design, maintenance, and construction; sewer; solid waste/landfill management, along with finance and regulatory requirements, principles and practices, forestry and grounds management; supporting fleet maintenance and management; street and storm sewer maintenance; standard business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals; budgetary principles and practices, including public Capital and Operating budget administration; administrative principles and practices, including setting goals and implementation; administration of staff and activities, either directly or through subordinate supervision; applicable state, federal and local ordinances, laws, rules and regulations; and all computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job. Skill in work requires advanced skills and knowledge in approaches and systems, which affect the design and implementation of major programs, processes organization wide. Independent judgment and decisionmaking abilities are necessary to apply technical skills effectively; using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines; organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines and following up on assignments with minimum oversight; planning, organizing, assigning, directing and evaluating the work of staff; selecting and motivating staff and providing for their training and professional development. MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees are regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particulates, work near moving mechanical parts, work with explosives, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Working conditions are typically moderately quiet to moderately loud. *Please notify the Human Resources Department if accommodation is required to participate in the selection process. APPLICATIONS FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND FROM QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES WILL BE ACCEPTED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CITY HALL, 419 FULTON, ROOM 200, PEORIA, IL 61602 UNTIL THE DEADLINE DATE. FAX# (309) 494-8587, PHONE# (309) 494-8578, EMAIL dbush@; or website . MAY ELECT TO WAIVE RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT BY AGREEING TO FORFET 2% OF ANNUAL BASE SALARY FOR 5 YEARS AND LIVE WITHIN A 20 MILE RADIUS FROM CITY HALL. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. SELECTED CANDIDATE MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK AND MEDICAL EXAMINATION INCLUDING A DRUG SCREEN PRIOR TO HIRE. OFFICIAL CLASS SPECIFICATIONS AVAILABLE IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.