Executive Deputy Director, General Services

City of Winston-Salem; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Winston-Salem seeks a Deputy Director of General Services to lead and shape a multi-faceted city department overseeing facilities, capital projects, and asset management. The role drives strategic direction, budget administration, and service delivery across City-owned properties and programs.

The incumbent will advise the General Services Director, supervise divisions and personnel, coordinate with contractors and City leaders, and respond to emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, facilities management, engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience managing facilities, public works, asset management or related operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading a large, complex department with multiple functional areas.
• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate programs, services, personnel, and resources.
• Oversee budgets, contracts, projects, purchasing, and assets.
• Coordinate long-range planning for facilities, capital needs, and asset management.
• Represent department in meetings with City leadership, officials, and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Contract administration

Facilities management

Strategic planning

Public administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Winston-Salem seeks a Deputy Director of General Services to lead and shape a multi-faceted city department overseeing facilities, capital projects, and asset management. The role drives strategic direction, budget administration, and service delivery across City-owned properties and programs.

The incumbent will advise the General Services Director, supervise divisions and personnel, coordinate with contractors and City leaders, and respond to emergencies as needed.