Description
Starting Pay: +/-$145,000-$155,000 Depending upon qualifications and experience
Range of the Position/ Grade: $131,970 - $173,024 | Grade 360
FLSA Status: Exempt - Full-time
Location: Onsite - Water Plant, 750 Dundee Rd., Northbrook, IL 60062
Schedule: Monday through Friday 7am to 3pm with ability to respond to emergency’s outside regular hours.
How to Apply: Complete an online application and submit your cover letter, resume and references.
Deadline for Application: Open until filled, first review of resumes will begin June 15, 2026.
The Village of Northbrook’s Public Works Department is seeking a Water Production and Distribution Superintendent to lead and oversee these essential community services. The Village owns and operates its own raw water intake system, drawing from Lake Michigan, and treats the water at its treatment facility. This water is then delivered through more than 205 miles of distribution mains, serving approximately 12,500 properties and two wholesale customers.
The Village is looking for a proactive, forward-thinking, and dynamic leader to guide water production and distribution operations, ensuring reliability, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
Regulatory Responsibilities
The Superintendent will play a key role in monitoring, interpreting, and responding to an evolving regulatory environment impacting water production and distribution. This individual will:
Track and evaluate regulatory changes and assess operational impacts
Recommend programmatic and process improvements to maintain compliance
Collaborate with administrative staff to develop budgets that reflect regulatory requirements
Prepare and submit required reports to agencies such as the EPA, IEPA, IDNR, and other governing bodies
Operational Responsibilities
This position works closely with the Water Distribution Supervisor, Water Plant Supervisors, to ensure efficient and effective operations. Key responsibilities include:
Planning, scheduling, and overseeing daily and long-term work activities
Developing, implementing, and tracking preventive maintenance programs
Managing and advancing capital improvement plans and projects
Coordinating staff and resources to meet operational goals
Supporting snow and ice control operations as needed
Administrative Responsibilities
The Superintendent is an integral member of the Public Works leadership team and contributes to the Department’s overall success by:
Preparing reports, memoranda, and operational documentation
Leading capital planning efforts and managing departmental budgets
Overseeing project execution and fiscal accountability
Administering employee discipline and participating in grievance procedures
Preparing bid specifications and managing procurement processes
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: The Village of Northbrook is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.
Requirements
Must haves for the ideal candidate include:
License(s) and/or Certification(s)
Must have a Class C Water License Class A Water License Preferred. Ability to pass the written Class A Water License test within first 12 months of employment.
Valid Illinois Driver’s License
Education and Experience
Minimum High School Diploma
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Construction, Chemistry, Business or Public Administration Preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of water production or distribution experience.
Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of supervisory experience.
Physical requirements
Ability to lift 75 pounds maximum (with assistance, either mechanical or team lift) with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents and to operate equipment and hand tools.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Benefits: The Village offers a robust benefits package to support your well-being in exchange for your time and talent, including:
Medical Coverage, PPO or HMO
Prescription Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Insurance
Uniform Allowance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance (Basic Term & Voluntary)
Short- and Long-Term Disability (IMRF)
Pension / Defined Benefit Plan (IMRF)
457 Plan / Defined Contribution Plan
Roth IRA
Paid Holidays, Personal Days, Vacation, Sick Time
Matching Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
