Township Administrator

Position Title: Township Administrator

Department: Office of the Township Supervisor

Reports To: Township Supervisor and Board of Trustees

Location: Lockport Township Government | 1463 S. Farrell Rd., Lockport, IL 60441

Employment Status: Full-Time / Exempt (Salaried)

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Township Supervisor and Board of Trustees, the Township

Administrator oversees day-to-day operations, personnel, and policy compliance. The

Administrator acts as a primary liaison between elected officials, staff, community

partners, and residents to ensure efficient, transparent public service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL DUTIES

General Administration & Governance Support

• Board Support: Execute board policies; attend board meetings, prepare reports,

manage virtual meeting setups (e.g., Zoom), and recommend policy measures.

• Intergovernmental & Public Relations: Act as the primary administrative

contact for government agencies, vendors, and community members.

• Strategic Planning: Support the Supervisor with capital projects, policy updates,

and strategic planning.

Human Resources & Office Operations

• Personnel Management: Direct, supervise, and delegate tasks to administrative

staff; oversee hiring, onboarding, and personnel files.

• Operations & Vendors: Maintain employee handbooks and workflows; manage

vendors (IT, security, facility); provide office support during peak periods.

Senior Services & Community Programs

• Event & Fleet Management: Lead execution of major township events (Senior

Breakfast, Veteran’s Dinner etc.); oversee senior transportation logistics, vehicle

rentals, bus procurement, and maintenance with the Senior Bus Dispatcher.

Financial Management, Payroll & Taxation

• Payroll & Tax Administration: Process payroll; handle state/federal tax filings

(Forms 941, 501, IDES), W-2s, and benefit disbursements (Pepsco, NCPERS,

Aflac, BC/BS, HCS).

• Financial Reporting: Assist the Supervisor in drafting annual preliminary

budgets and property tax levies for board review.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required (Public Administration, Business

Administration, Political Science, or related field preferred).

• Experience: 2 years of responsible administrative, managerial, or government

experience.

• License: Valid Illinois Driver’s License required.

Core Skills

• Technical: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and Zoom.

• Leadership & Communication: Strong written & verbal communication,

delegation, diplomacy, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Environment: Standard office setting with occasional evening meetings or weekend

community events.

Physical: Desk work with occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 30 lbs.

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & HOURS

Salary: $60,000 – $80,000 annually (Commensurate with experience)

Hours: Full-Time, Exempt

• Standard Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (flexible/subject to

operational needs)

• Regular Meetings: Mandatory evening board meetings (typically the third

Tuesday of every month from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM)

• Occasional community events or conferences outside standard business hours

Benefits Package:

• Comprehensive Health (90% paid by employer), and full Dental, and Vision

Insurance Coverage

• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension participation

• Life Insurance & Supplemental Coverage (Aflac/NCPERS options)

• Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal Time, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit a resume to:

Contact: Lockport Township Supervisor Alex Zapien

Email: supervisor@lockporttownship.com

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Any questions can also be directed to supervisor@lockporttownship.com

Lockport Township Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).