Robin A. Weaver

Robin A. Weaver is a Lecturer in the Department of Public Administration at Northern Illinois University (NIU). With over 35 years of local government experience, she focuses on sustainability, citizen engagement, public works, and workforce development in local government. She previously served as Village Administrator in Roselle, Illinois, and retired as Director of Public Works in Normal, Illinois, before transitioning to her encore career in academia, consulting, and international mentorship.

Education

• M.P.A., Northern Illinois University

Research Interests

• Sustainability in local governance
• Citizen participation in public administration
• Public works management
• Talent recruitment and retention in municipal roles

Scientific Awards

• First recipient of IAMMA's Outstanding Mentor Award
• ILCMA Lifetime Achievement Award (2017)

Professional Activities

• Senior advisor to ICMA and ILCMA
• Board director and committee chair for the Legacy Project promoting women in government
• Contributed to ICMA Task Force for Veterans transitioning to local government
• Co-authored a white paper on sustainability and an article on budgeting in Public Management