The Village of Schaumburg was incorporated in 1956 and operates under the council-manager form of government. Representatives include a Village President and a Board of six Trustees who are elected by the village population at large. The Village Board appoints a professional Village Manager to conduct day-to-day business. Policies are developed by the Village Board and executed by the Village Manager. The Village Manager is responsible for hiring a qualified municipal staff from a diverse range of professional backgrounds.