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Assistant Public Works Director - Technical Operations

Assistant Public Works Director - Technical Operations

IBTSBaton Rouge, LA, US
19 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Assistant Public Works Director - Technical Operations

The Assistant Public Works Director - Technical Operations leads staffing, technical operations, and infrastructure maintenance. Ensures city crews deliver high-quality public works services safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Staffing & People Management

  • Recruit, train, and mentor public works employees.
  • Oversee assignments, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.

Technical Operations & Maintenance

  • Direct day-to-day maintenance of streets, drainage systems, sidewalks, bridges, and city-owned assets.
  • Establish and enforce preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and environmental regulations.
  • Capital Improvement & Engineering Support

  • Contribute to planning and execution of roadway, drainage, and infrastructure projects.
  • Apply engineering and technical knowledge to optimize designs and solutions.
  • Coordinate closely with Business Ops counterpart to align staffing with project needs.
  • Technology & Data Utilization

  • Implement real-time monitoring, asset management systems, and GIS tools.
  • Use performance data to optimize workflows and service delivery.
  • Emergency Preparedness

  • Lead deployment of city crews during weather events and infrastructure emergencies.
  • Ensure staff readiness and pre-positioning of resources.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years in public works operations and staff leadership .
  • Strong technical knowledge of infrastructure systems and maintenance practices.
  • Key Competencies :

  • Problem-Solving : Proactively addresses challenges and develops effective solutions.
  • Operational Leadership : Ensures efficient day-to-day operations aligned with departmental goals.
  • Technical Knowledge : Familiarity with public works operations, asset management, and infrastructure maintenance.
  • Employee Empowerment : Supports staff development and fosters a collaborative team environment.
  • Communication : Communicates effectively with diverse stakeholders and simplifies complex plans.
  • Physical / Environmental Demands for this position, when such demands exist :

    Environmental Conditions :

  • Office / field environment; occasional exposure to inclement weather conditions.
  • Physical Conditions :

  • Essential and marginal functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, or walking for prolonged periods and operating motorized vehicles.
  • Personal Qualities

    IBTS places a high value on certain personal traits that work toward creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment, which is essential for working together and achieving success. We believe "how" you achieve your results is as important as what you achieve. The following highlights the personal traits key for success within the organization.

  • Leadership
  • Delegation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Decisive / Problem Solving
  • Work Ethic
  • Strategic / Innovative Thinking
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Risk Evaluation / Management / Mitigation
  • Relationship Building
  • Company Overview

    Bring your passion, expertise, and experience to IBTS, where we appreciate and are committed to our employees. We offer outstanding benefits, growth opportunities, and work hard to maintain a culture that values our employees.

    The Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization established to provide unbiased professional building code compliance services, while enhancing the communities in which we work. At IBTS, our mission is to deliver quality services to meet the challenges of governance at all levels while enhancing public safety, economic development, and the general welfare of the community. Our services include Building and Community Development, Energy and Sustainability Services, Disaster Planning and Recovery, Quality Assurance, as well as Compliance and Risk Monitoring.

    IBTS is headquartered in Ashburn, VA, with additional offices in Louisiana, Missouri, New York, Puerto Rico, and Washington, DC.

    We are committed to building a community of experts with diverse backgrounds, disciplines, and perspectives who are passionate about our mission. IBTS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer that maintains a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. This opportunity is open to Section S3 Residents. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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