Linz appoints Petra Böttinger-Barth as personnel director

Petra Böttinger-Barth will become Linz’s new personnel director after being selected from 82 candidates. The unanimous decision of the selection panel was confirmed by Mayor Dietmar Prammer, ORF reported.

Böttinger-Barth spent 22 years at the Umdasch Group, most recently leading its human resources division. She studied economics and holds a doctorate in the field. Her areas of focus include strategic management and human resources administration.

Prammer praised her confident presentation and expertise. Deputy Mayor Merima Zukan, who is responsible for personnel matters, welcomed the appointment of another highly qualified woman to the position. City administration director Ulrike Huemer highlighted Böttinger-Barth’s emphasis on teamwork and empowerment.

Böttinger-Barth thanked the city for its confidence in her and said she looked forward to working with colleagues in the administration. She is due to take up the role on 15 February 2027.