Job Listings
Town Manager, Town of Chesterton
Overview
The Town of Chesterton, Indiana, a growing community located in Northwest, Indiana, is seeking candidates for the position of Town Manager. Chesterton is located just five minutes from the southern shore of Lake Michigan, approximately 45 miles east of Chicago, Illinois, and 45 miles west of South Bend, Indiana. With a population of 14,241 per the 2020 census, Chesterton is visited by more than one million visitors each year due to its proximity to the Indiana Dunes State Park and National Park as well as its numerous cultural and recreational amenities, including an historic downtown, the seasonal European Market, and a multitude of arts and crafts festivals, historic sites, local restaurants, and unique shops. The Town Manager serves at the pleasure of the Chesterton Town Council.
General Job Summary
The Chesterton Town Manager is the administrative head and economic development coordinator for the Town of Chesterton. The Town Manager reports directly to the Chesterton Town Council, which is a five (5) member legislative body elected according to Indiana law The Town Manager shall be the lead/contact person for the Town Council in regard to economic development initiatives and issues, planning functions, citizen issues, public relations and any other duties designated by the Town Council. Additionally, the Town Manager shall seek out, obtain and administer grants for all departments of the Town. The Town Manager will possess strong leadership capabilities and will exhibit demonstrated abilities to work collaboratively with the Town’s department heads. The Town Manager works closely with the Town Attorney on a multitude of issues concerning the Town, such as litigation, economic development initiatives, planning and zoning, implementation of Town policies, and personnel matters including personnel policy.
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Posted 6/20/2024
Highway Engineer, St. Joseph County
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. St. Joseph County provides reasonable accommodation to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job unless the accommodation would cause undue hardship.
Incumbent serves as Highway Engineer for the St. Joseph County Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Growth, responsible for providing and maintaining public infrastructure and capital improvements to roads, bridges and drainage systems within St. Joseph County, as well as oversight of the St. Joseph County Highway Division.
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Posted 6/5/2024
Intergovernmental Affairs Director, INDOT, Chief of Staff Office
The Intergovernmental Affairs Director (IAD) represents the interests of INDOT and the Commissioner in various capacities for local elected officials and government affairs. The IAD directs and coordinates governmental affairs with the Indiana’s mayors, city councilors, county commissioners, etc. The IAD acts as the liaison and two-way conduit between the local governments and the agency's visions, goals, and strategies to improve and progress the transportation industry. The IAD works to develop and communicate INDOT policies, project impacts, and funding opportunities to local elected officials and their constituents statewide.
In addition to the noted role in government affairs, the IAD provides excellent customer service and responsive communication to elected officials, stakeholder contacts, and constituents. The IAD must be able to work efficiently on customer service matters with other agency personnel. The IAD also assists with talking points, communications, and fact-finding for various agency engagements. The IAD reports directly to the Deputy Chief of Staff.
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Posted 5/14/2024
County Highway Superintendent, Parke County Highway Department
The County Highway Superintendent will be responsible for the management of the highway system within Parke County. The duties will include the administration and operation of the County
Highway Department including maintenance, repair, and construction of County roads and bridges.
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Posted 5/10/2024
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