The Village of New Baden (pop. ~3,500), a progressive bedroom community in Clinton and St. Clair Counties just 30 minutes from downtown St. Louis via I-64 and 11 miles east of Scott Air Force Base, seeks an energetic, experienced professional to serve as Village Administrator. The current Village Administrator is returning to Missouri for personal reasons and stands ready to assist the Village in recruiting his replacement and support the Village and the new Administrator through the transition.
The total compensation package includes a salary of $85,000 – $100,000 + DOQ, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Experienced candidates can expect to start at $100,000+. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage (Village pays 90% of employee premiums); participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF); Village-provided life insurance; vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays annually; a Village-provided cell phone; and professional development support.
The position is open until filled. The first review of applications will occur on May 29, 2026. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three professional references via email to: villageclerk@newbadenil.com
Questions may be directed to the current Village Administrator at (618) 588-3813, ext. 4 or villageadmin@newbadenil.com.
Picnic facilities and other recreation areas are available by reservation only. The Park has 2 large pavilions (the Lions Club Pavilion has an attached kitchen, the other large Pavilion does not), 2 smaller pavilions, and the Gazebo.
Please contact Village Hall for Park Pavilion availability, 618-588-3813. Reservation book is opened January 2 of each year.
Reservation fees* for facilities:
Pavilion Resident Non-Resident
Main Pavilion w/kitchen $25 $50
Other Pavilions $10 $20
Gazebo $25 $50
**Non-resident is any person living outside the corporate limits of New Baden.
**Fees Effective May 2, 2022, as approved by the New Baden Village Board.
New Baden Organizations will have priority for scheduling pavilions or any other recreation facilities within the Park. New Baden Organizations may schedule the pavilions and other recreation facilities by reserving time slots at the Village Hall. New Baden Organizations may request the reservation fee to be waived.
Keys for the facilities are required to be checked at least one business day prior to the event. Village Hall is closed on Saturday and Sunday. Keys must be returned immediately after an event and may be deposited in the Village Hall’s night deposit slot located on the west side of the building.
Baseball/ Softball Diamond usage is also scheduled through New Baden Village Hall, 618-588-3813. Rental Fees apply.