Public Services Makes “Cincinnati Work”

Office of the Director

We are committed to achieving outcomes that promote a clean and safe City and successful financial results through greater competitiveness and stronger long-term management effectiveness.  

   -    Kathy Hoehn, Assistant Public Works Operations Superintendent

Mission

The Department of Public Services is responsible for the effective, efficient delivery of quality solid waste, snow removal, highway maintenance, and architectural maintenance services within budgetary constraints. The Office of the Director oversees the administration and operation of the various functions performed by the Department, which include accounting and budgeting, computer system administration, human resources and training, and community involvement.

Services

Accounting and Budgeting

• Kathy Hoehn, Assistant Public Works Operations Assistant  (513) 352-5483

Responsible for the accuracy, timeliness and completeness of financial activities  including: budget, accounting, strategic planning and performance measures for the Department

Computer System Administration (IT)

• Ted McConnell, Senior Computer Analyst (513) 352-5494

Responsible for system, network, and desktop support; strategic planning, and coordination of data, hardware, and software acquisition.

Community Involvement and Departmental Relations

• Marquitta Huntley, Clerical Staff
• Larry Whitaker, Assistant to the Director (513) 352-5488.

Responsible for the coordination of community involvement, media relations, communications, continuous improvement activities for the Department, employee liaison issues and intradepartmental investigations.

Human Resources

• Carmelita Jenkins, Human Resources Coordinator
• Kimberly Nixon, Human Resources Supervisor

Responsible for all departmental human resource activities, handling of personnel management issues, and compliance with all federal, state, and local employee complaints and statutes.