Supervisor of Technical Services
Apply NowCompany: City of Decatur, IL
Location: Decatur, IL 62521
Description:
Salary: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 Annually
Location : Decatur, IL
Job Type: Full-Time Benefited Employee
Job Number: 18-00358
Department: Public Works - Management
Opening Date: 03/26/2025
Job Summary
Join the City of Decatur as the Supervisor of Technical Services, where you'll lead engineering technicians and interns while managing municipal infrastructure projects. This hands-on role blends leadership, technical expertise, and public service-perfect for an experienced professional ready to make an impact.
Why Join Us?
Competitive Benefits:
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Staff Management
Public & Interdepartmental Coordination
Needed Knowledge & Skills
Education & Experience
Skills & Qualifications
More Details
Residency
Employees are required to reside within the corporate limits of Macon County or any municipality extending into Macon County. Upon initial appointment, employees may reside outside these limits but must comply with the residency requirement within 12 months to maintain employment.
About Decatur:
Apply Today!
Take the next step in your career and help shape Decatur's future. Apply now with all required information. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The City of Decatur is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check
SICK LEAVE: 10 days of sick leave credit on first day of employment; thereafter 1 day per month granted, accumulative to 240 days
VACATION: After completion of six months of continuous service, 5 duty days; 3 weeks after 1 year of service; 4 weeks after 10 years of service; 5 weeks after 20 years of service; 1 additional duty day per year after 25 years of service (to a maximum of 30 duty days)
HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day Labor Day
Martin Luther King's Birthday Veterans Day
Presidents' Day Thanksgiving Day
Good Friday Day After Thanksgiving
Juneteenth Christmas Eve (half day)
Memorial Day Christmas Day
Independence Day Two Unscheduled Holidays
PENSION: Employees of the City of Decatur contribute to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) at the rate of 4.5% per pay. The City of Decatur also contributes a percentage for the employee each pay. Employee contributions are refundable if employment ends before retirement.
OTHER: The City offers a three-tier health insurance plan for employees and their dependents. Employees contribute toward the monthly premium for single coverage and/or family coverage through payroll deduction. The City provides a life insurance policy at one times the annualized salary plus an additional $5,000 at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is offered. Employees may purchase additional term life on a voluntary basis. Employees also may purchase additional term life insurance sponsored by IMRF. Employees may contribute to a Flexible Spending Account for Medical and/or Dependent Care Expenses. Employees may participate in a voluntary group dental and vision insurance plan. Deferred compensation is also available.
To learn more details click to view policy F-101.
Location : Decatur, IL
Job Type: Full-Time Benefited Employee
Job Number: 18-00358
Department: Public Works - Management
Opening Date: 03/26/2025
Job Summary
Join the City of Decatur as the Supervisor of Technical Services, where you'll lead engineering technicians and interns while managing municipal infrastructure projects. This hands-on role blends leadership, technical expertise, and public service-perfect for an experienced professional ready to make an impact.
Why Join Us?
Competitive Benefits:
- 12.5 paid holidays
- Comprehensive health insurance
- IMRF pension (vested in 10 years)
- Mission Square retirement savings
- Vacation and sick leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Dedicated Health Center:
- Free check-ups, lab work, immunizations, and prescription coverage
- Chronic condition management
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Staff Management
- Supervise and coordinate Engineering Technicians and Summer Interns
- Conduct performance evaluations, identify training needs, and set goals
- Provide technical guidance on engineering practices, software, and equipment
- Manage design, specifications, and cost estimates for municipal projects
- Oversee contractor payments, inspection reports, and project documentation
- Attend and lead construction and planning meetings
- Maintain records, maps, and plans; oversee GIS updates
- Issue Public Works permits and calculate water/sewer tapping fees
Public & Interdepartmental Coordination
- Respond to inquiries from the public, contractors, and agencies
- Investigate and resolve infrastructure-related complaints
- Coordinate underground utility locations with agencies and contractors
- Prepare legal descriptions for property acquisitions, easements, and annexations
- Supervise property research and negotiate compensation offers
- Assist with budget recommendations and material purchases
Needed Knowledge & Skills
Education & Experience
- 5+ years of municipal infrastructure design/project management experience
- 2+ years of supervisory experience
- Preferred: Bachelor's or Associate's degree in project management, construction management, or civil engineering technology
Skills & Qualifications
- Strong leadership, communication, and personnel management skills
- Expertise in municipal infrastructure, construction project scheduling, and cost tracking
- Knowledge of surveying, GIS mapping, and engineering standards
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ArcMap GIS, and AutoCAD
- Knowledge of IDOT and IEPA standards, specifications, and construction inspection requirements.
- Ability to traverse uneven terrain and work in various weather conditions
- Valid Illinois driver's license required
More Details
Residency
Employees are required to reside within the corporate limits of Macon County or any municipality extending into Macon County. Upon initial appointment, employees may reside outside these limits but must comply with the residency requirement within 12 months to maintain employment.
About Decatur:
- Central Illinois: Discover affordable living with easy access to Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.
- Land of Lincoln: Explore Abe's legacy with visits to the nearby Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Lincoln's Tomb, and the family's first Illinois home.
- Shopping and Dining: Browse locally-owned boutiques and specialty shops and savor diverse delights at unique restaurants and quaint eateries.
- Entertainment Abounds: Enjoy concerts at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater, performing arts at Millikin University, and shows in the historic Lincoln Theatre downtown.
- Outdoor Recreation: Revel in Lake Decatur with boating and kayaking or explore the City's 2,000 acres of parkland for golfing, walking, biking, dog exercising, or playing disc golf.
- Enriched by Art: Appreciate murals gracing city walls and sculptures stretching from the Scovill Zoo to the Children's Museum.
- Family Fun: Cool off at Splash Cove waterpark or head to Overlook Adventure Park for mini golf or the ropes course.
Apply Today!
Take the next step in your career and help shape Decatur's future. Apply now with all required information. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The City of Decatur is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check
SICK LEAVE: 10 days of sick leave credit on first day of employment; thereafter 1 day per month granted, accumulative to 240 days
VACATION: After completion of six months of continuous service, 5 duty days; 3 weeks after 1 year of service; 4 weeks after 10 years of service; 5 weeks after 20 years of service; 1 additional duty day per year after 25 years of service (to a maximum of 30 duty days)
HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day Labor Day
Martin Luther King's Birthday Veterans Day
Presidents' Day Thanksgiving Day
Good Friday Day After Thanksgiving
Juneteenth Christmas Eve (half day)
Memorial Day Christmas Day
Independence Day Two Unscheduled Holidays
PENSION: Employees of the City of Decatur contribute to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) at the rate of 4.5% per pay. The City of Decatur also contributes a percentage for the employee each pay. Employee contributions are refundable if employment ends before retirement.
OTHER: The City offers a three-tier health insurance plan for employees and their dependents. Employees contribute toward the monthly premium for single coverage and/or family coverage through payroll deduction. The City provides a life insurance policy at one times the annualized salary plus an additional $5,000 at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is offered. Employees may purchase additional term life on a voluntary basis. Employees also may purchase additional term life insurance sponsored by IMRF. Employees may contribute to a Flexible Spending Account for Medical and/or Dependent Care Expenses. Employees may participate in a voluntary group dental and vision insurance plan. Deferred compensation is also available.
To learn more details click to view policy F-101.