Loveland's New Public Works Director Focuses on Asset Management and Community Service

Will Jones brings experience from Greeley to prioritize infrastructure maintenance and build relationships in Loveland.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Will Jones, Loveland's new public works director, is focused on maintaining the city's infrastructure assets, including nearly 400 miles of roads and over 1 million square feet of city-owned facilities. Jones, who previously worked for the city of Greeley, emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making, transparent communication with the community, and collaborating across departments to deliver essential services effectively and sustainably.

Why it matters

Loveland's public works department plays a crucial role in the city's operations, from clearing snow for emergency vehicles to providing transit services for residents. Jones' experience and approach aim to ensure Loveland's infrastructure is well-maintained and responsive to the community's needs, even as the city faces budget pressures and competing priorities.

The details

As Loveland's new public works director, Jones brings nearly 14 years of experience from the city of Greeley, where he most recently served as deputy public works director. His background spans a range of public works functions, including stormwater systems, capital projects, facilities, and operations. In Greeley, Jones also took on parking management, helping to consolidate enforcement, signage, permitting, and payment systems across multiple departments. This collaborative mindset is part of what drew Jones to Loveland, where he sees an emphasis on a 'one city' approach.

  • Jones started his new role as Loveland's public works director in early 2026.

The players

Will Jones

Loveland's new public works director, who previously worked for the city of Greeley for nearly 14 years, most recently as deputy public works director.

Greeley

The city where Jones spent the majority of his public works career before taking the role in Loveland.

Loveland

The Colorado city where Jones now serves as the public works director, focusing on maintaining the city's infrastructure assets and delivering essential services to the community.

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What they’re saying

“That's what I really enjoy, is building relationships with residents and businesses and trying to improve lives. What I get energy out of is having a positive impact on somebody's life.”

— Will Jones, Public Works Director

“Not all communities are the same, and that's a good thing. We're not doing our job if everything is cookie-cutter. The services we provide and the projects we deliver have to represent the community we serve.”

— Will Jones, Public Works Director

What’s next

Jones plans to continue building relationships with Loveland residents and businesses, while focusing on data-driven decision-making and strategic investments to maintain the city's infrastructure assets over the long term.

The takeaway

Loveland's new public works director, Will Jones, brings a collaborative approach and a commitment to community service, aiming to ensure the city's infrastructure is well-maintained and responsive to the needs of residents and businesses, even as the department faces budget pressures and competing priorities.