Larry Lester Jr., MPA
Operations Director at City Of Hilliard, Ohio- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Data Analysis 201
ELGLApr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Data Analysis 101
ELGLFeb, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Emerging Leaders Development Program Essential Management Skills Certificate
ICMA - International City/County Management AssociationFeb, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Local Government Management Professional 101 and 201 Certificates
ICMA - International City/County Management AssociationSep, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Ohio Commercial Driver License Class A
State of OhioAug, 2006- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate of Surveying
Columbus State Community CollegeJun, 2003- Nov, 2024
Experience
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City of Hilliard, Ohio USA
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Operations Director
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Sep 2020 - Present
As Operations Director, I administer a team of 32 members delivering high-level municipal programs and services to a diverse community of 40,000 residents and 2,200 local businesses. Our team is responsible for core public services related to city infrastructure, rights-of-way, and facilities management. We also manage capital improvement projects, special projects, and contracted services as part of comprehensive $25M five-year capital and $10M annual operating budgets.
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Deputy Director of Public Service
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Jan 2017 - Sep 2020
During this tenure, I rendered excellent performance and results as deputy director of public service and promoted to operations director position. I received service requests from citizens and elected officials and respond as per city policies and procedures. Utilizing key skills, I supervised capital infrastructure projects, and coordinated the preparation of plans and specifications. I provided executive leadership to team members, retaining collaborative and inclusive culture.
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Right-of-Way Services Manager
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Feb 2007 - Jan 2017
During this tenure, I rendered excellent performance and results as operations division manager and promoted to deputy director of public service position. I liaised with mayor, directors, and elected officials to transform Hilliard into a robust and thriving community. While working as Right-of-Way Services Manager, I adeptly managed key municipal operations, programs, and services of a fast-growing city and supported director with all administrative matters in the public service department.
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Engineering Technician
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Jul 1999 - Feb 2007
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City of Dublin, Ohio USA
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United States
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Government Administration
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200 - 300 Employee
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Signal Electrical Worker
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Jun 1996 - Jul 1999
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Seasonal Maintenance Worker
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Jun 1993 - Jun 1996
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Education
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Southeastern University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Organizational Leadership -
Ohio University
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), Public Administration -
Urbana University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Management - Organizational Leadership -
Columbus State Community College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Civil Engineering Technology