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Overview This position is located in St. George, LA. The Assistant Public Works Director - Business Operations manages contracts, procurement, vendor oversight, and financial processes. Ensures city gets cost-effective, timely, and high-quality services from contractors and vendors. Key Responsibilities Contract & Vendor Oversight Serve as liaison with contractors/vendors, ensuring compliance with terms, timelines, and quality standards. Monitor contractor performance; enforce accountability and corrective actions. Conduct site visits and provide progress updates to city leadership. Procurement & Financial Management Lead procurement processes, vendor selection, and contract negotiations. Develop bid specifications and ensure fair, competitive selection processes. Assist with preparation of operational and capital budgets, focusing on cost-benefit analysis of contracted vs. in-house services. Project & Service Delivery Oversight Review scopes, budgets, and schedules for efficiency and alignment with city goals. Coordinate with Technical Operations counterpart to balance contractor work with city crew capacity. Develop and enforce performance standards for contracted services. Innovation & Process Improvement Introduce technology for contract tracking, project progress, and cost monitoring. Implement data-driven decision-making to reduce costs and improve transparency. Emergency Response Support Coordinate with contractors for rapid mobilization during natural disasters and emergencies. Ensure vendor readiness for emergency operations. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field preferred. Minimum 3 years in contract oversight, procurement, or public works business operations . Strong knowledge of procurement law, contract management, and financial accountability . Key Competencies Contract Management: Skilled in negotiating, managing, and enforcing vendor and contractor agreements. Operational Leadership: Ensures efficient workflows and timely project delivery. Problem-Solving: Quickly identifies challenges and develops practical, effective solutions. Accountability: Holds self, staff, and contractors to high performance standards. Communication: Clear communicator with the ability to simplify technical or complex issues for diverse audiences. Personal Qualities Work Ethic Decisive/Problem Solving Strategic/Innovative Thinking Interpersonal Skills Risk Evaluation/Management/Mitigation Relationship Building Conflict Resolution Delegation Physical Demands Environmental Conditions: Office and field work; regular site visits required; occasional exposure to inclement weather. Physical Conditions: Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; operate vehicles for site inspections. Schedule: Position requires flexibility and the ability to work outside normal business hours during emergencies or critical projects. Company Overview IBTS (Institute for Building Technology and Safety) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing unbiased professional building code compliance services. IBTS delivers services to enhance 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 offices in Louisiana, Missouri, New York, Oklahoma, North Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, and Washington, DC. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer with a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Institute for Building Technology and Safety

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