Deputy Managing Director, General Services

Deputy Managing Director, General Services

Founded1681Employees10,001+Categories GovernmentPhiladelphiaBusiness ClassificationsB2CAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking a Deputy Managing Director for General Services to provide senior executive leadership across multiple city departments. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic oversight, policy implementation, and operational coordination in areas such as parks and recreation, public property, library, and fleet services. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the city's general services departments align with the Mayor's and Managing Director's policies and objectives, and in leading the development and execution of initiatives that enhance public service delivery and government effectiveness. The Deputy Managing Director will also be a key representative of the Managing Director's Office, engaging with the community, and ensuring transparency, accountability, and equitable service delivery. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with an advanced degree preferred, and at least 15 years of leadership experience in a large, urban municipal government or related field. The role requires a deep knowledge of municipal government operations, public administration, and social services management, as well as expertise in budgeting, finance, and resource allocation. The ideal candidate will possess strong executive leadership, strategic decision-making, and crisis management skills, and be adept at fostering interagency collaboration and leading organizational change. The ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including residents, businesses, and government partners, is essential, as is a commitment to the values of inclusion, integrity, innovation, and empowerment. Hiring Manager TitleFirst Deputy Managing Director FunctionsOperationsStrategy