Village of Arlington Heights

The Village of Arlington Heights is HIRING! We are looking for a strategic, community-focused, and innovative individual to serve as our next Director of Finance! Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by Monday, November 25. Apply today at vah.com/careers. #NowHiring #MakeAnImpact #LoveYourJob #Community #HaveFunAtWork

The next Village Board meeting is on Monday, November 18th, at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall. There is no new business. See the full agenda on the Village's meeting and agendas page at https://ow.ly/aUTS50TnkTC. You can also watch the Board Meeting live on our YouTube channel for closed captioning services at https://ow.ly/5jbb50TnkTA.

Public Works crews are installing festive holiday decorations along Arlington Heights Rd. Please be on the lookout for workers and drive with caution.

On September 25th, as Hurricane Helene was making landfall in Florida, the state of North Carolina made a request for two Type II Swift-water Teams. Illinois granted that request, deploying a 12-person team from Illinois Task Force 1 (IL-TF 1) as well as another 12-person team from Illinois Water Rescue 1 (IL-WR 1). The Arlington Heights Fire Department answered the call and approved two of our members for deployment: LT Dwayne Wood with IL-TF-1 and FF/PM Dave Johnson with IL-WR 1. Upon arrival in Asheville, NC conditions were difficult all around due to excessive flood waters, road blockages and large amounts of debris. The teams were able to set up bases of operation in local fire stations and churches. Several of their daily missions included working alongside Task Force teams from North Carolina, local Fire Departments as well as civilian volunteers on systematic searches in heavily damaged and sometimes very remote areas. Over the course of their deployment, each team assisted in several rescues by both boat and land. Some of these included dangerous water operations rescuing victims from trees, rooftops and swift-water conditions. As the waters receded, both teams remained in the area and continued assisting with search and recovery efforts. The area’s infrastructure was heavily impacted leaving local residents in the wake a very long and painful recovery. Our members returned home safely to their families on October 10th.

The Village of Arlington Heights is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support the Village Manager’s Office. The Administrative Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to the department and is an important part of a team committed to providing excellent customer service to residents and the business community. The salary range for this position is $67,238-$90,770, with an anticipated hiring range of $67,238-$71,007, depending on qualifications and experience. The Administrative Assistant will work a 37.5-hour work week and will be offered a diverse and competitive benefits package. Learn more about this position at https://ow.ly/1XwG50U5JnN.

??Did you know the Permit Technicians in the Building & Life Safety Department handle all permitting and licensing in Arlington Heights? They process 5,000 permit applications annually, manage licenses for 1,600 businesses and 2,000 contractors! This year, with the rollout of our new software, our four Permit Technicians have worked closely with residents to help them navigate permit applications and inspection scheduling, ensuring a smoother process for everyone. A big thank you to Sue, Anne Marie, Pam, and Sylwia for their dedication and hard work in helping to keep our community running smoothly! ?? For more information on permits and licensing, visit our website: https://ow.ly/xbEP50U0tiN

The Village of Arlington Heights is accepting applications for the position of Automotive Technician I in the Public Works and Engineering Department. As part of a dedicated team, the Automotive Technician I will perform mechanical repair and maintenance of automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, firefighting apparatus, and other related equipment. The salary range for this position is $86,006 - $116,111 with an anticipated hiring range of $86,006-$90,828, depending on qualifications and experience. Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma and four to six years of experience repairing and maintaining automotive and heavy equipment. Learn more about the position at https://ow.ly/ZfL650U5Jsp.

On Wednesday, Nov. 13th, the Arlington Economic Alliance is hosting ADVANCED CNC MANUFACTURING: ENGINEER YOUR FUTURE, a free event which includes on-site tours of two Arlington Heights manufacturers: Hommer Tool and JTEKT Machinery. School District 214 will also be in attendance to discuss youth apprenticeship programs that offer paid, hands-on opportunities for students at local manufacturing companies. Did you know that U.S. manufacturers employ more than 15 million workers, making up nearly 10% of the nation’s total employment, while offering average compensation 6.3% higher than that for total private industry? (NIST.gov) Advanced CNC manufacturing offers rewarding career opportunities, especially for professionals seeking alternatives to a traditional four-year college degree. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required and space is limited. The program begins at Village Hall, running from 9 a.m.-Noon, and lunch will be provided at the end. If you would like to learn more, or register for the program, please contact Michael Mertes, Business Development Manager, at 847.368.5220 or at [email protected]. ?

Did you know that Arlington Heights is home to nearly 3,000 unemployment insurance-covered businesses, making it one of the five largest business communities in the Chicago metro area? And did you know that those businesses employ over 36,000 workers? November is the Better Business Bureau's "Thank A Business Month," and with the holidays approaching, there's no better time to let a business owner know how much you value what they offer to the community. What's an Arlington Heights business that you would like to thank?

Please join us in welcoming Yasmin Rodriguez to the Village of Arlington Heights as our new Plan Reviewer for the Building & Life Safety Department! As a Plan Reviewer, Yasmin will be reviewing construction and renovation plans, reviewing building permit applications, and assisting with property maintenance inspections. We're excited to have her as part of the team. Let's give her a warm welcome! ??