Senior Continuous Improvement Lead

City of New Orleans Government; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New Orleans Government seeks a professional, supervisory specialist to lead continuous improvement projects within the Public Works department, focusing on efficiency and sustainability. The role requires guiding groups and teams, managing projects, and developing performance metrics.

A strong background in Lean or Six Sigma is required, with experience in presenting results and recommendations to diverse stakeholders and driving initiatives city-wide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or closely related field.
• Eight years of responsible professional administrative experience in continuous improvement/performance management.
• Two years of supervisory experience and Lean or Six Sigma certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement projects within the city’s infrastructure programs.
• Facilitate groups and teams to drive process improvements.
• Manage projects and monitor sustainability outcomes.
• Present results and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Develop metrics and measurement tools to improve initiatives across the department.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Performance management

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Lean certification

Six Sigma Black Belt

Job description

City of New Orleans Government seeks a professional, supervisory specialist to lead continuous improvement projects within the Public Works department, focusing on efficiency and sustainability. The role requires guiding groups and teams, managing projects, and developing performance metrics.

A strong background in Lean or Six Sigma is required, with experience in presenting results and recommendations to diverse stakeholders and driving initiatives city-wide.