Description

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the City Manager, is responsible for directing the solid waste management functions of the City, which provides solid waste disposal services for numerous municipalities and commercial interests and generates revenues to supplement City operations.  Monitors the landfill and oversees all administrative operations and land preserve staff. 

Essential Job Functions:

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions.  These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

1.         Develops departmental mission and long-term plans to realize goals in accordance with community needs, demographic trends, and City vision.  Plans, organizes, and directs all aspects of departmental operations including personnel, budgeting, planning, and general administration.  Develops and implements departmental policies, procedures and regulations.

 2.         Assesses department operations, staffing levels, facilities, and equipment.  Analyzes capital needs, makes recommendations for improvements, and implements changes.  Monitors operational costs and makes recommendations for increasing efficiency.

 3.         Interprets federal, state and local laws and regulations as they relate to solid waste management and ensures that the landfill is compliant.

 4.         Directs the recruitment and hiring of department personnel.  Assigns work, supervises personnel, evaluates performance, mentors, and oversees safety training and professional development.  Takes disciplinary action according to established procedures.

 5.         Plans, develops and implements marketing strategy for the Land Preserve.

 6.         Prepares and presents annual budget requests, administers departmental budget, and ensures that the authorized budgetary and purchasing procedures are properly used. 

 7.         Maintains contact with Land Preserve customers to accommodate clients’ needs and input.

 8.         Directs, monitors, and reviews the work of landfill engineering consultants. 

 9.         Attends City Council meetings.  Completes special projects and research and prepares status and special reports.  Makes presentations as required.  Attends other meetings as necessary.

10.      Confers with upper management to keep them informed on key issues and progress toward objectives and makes recommendations to assist management in making needed improvements.

 11.      Collaborates, persuades, and negotiates with others outside own work area to coordinate efforts and maintain cooperative and efficient relations.

 12.      Keeps abreast of land preserve developments, new administrative techniques, and current issues through continued education and professional growth.  Maintains cooperative relations with peer agencies and other governmental units.  Attends conferences, workshops, and seminars as appropriate.

 13.      Acts as department spokesperson, establishing and maintaining effective relationships with citizens, news media, community groups, City officials, other employees, and other interests.  Responds to public inquiries and investigates complaints.

 14.       Performs other related work as required.

 15.       Must demonstrate reliable and consistent attendance to fulfill the essential functions of the role

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Requirements include the following:

               A Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, or related field and five or more years of progressively responsible experience in waste management, including a minimum of three years of supervisory and administrative responsibilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.

           Knowledge and experience in landfill design, construction, and engineering.

           Knowledge of principles and procedures of solid waste management, marketing and sales.

           Considerable knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations, and skill in dealing with regulatory personnel.

           Considerable knowledge of the safety practices, equipment, methods, and materials utilized in landfill maintenance and construction projects.

           Skill in contract administration.

          Thorough knowledge of professional public management techniques related to budgeting, personnel administration, labor relations, public relations, and project management.

           Skill in assembling and analyzing data, preparing comprehensive and accurate reports and formulating policy and service recommendations.

          Skill in effectively communicating ideas and concepts orally and in writing, and making presentations in public forums.

          Skill in the use of office equipment and technology, including computers and related software, and the ability to master new technologies.

           Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgement, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with employees, project contractors, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, other City administrators, and the public.

           Ability to critically assess situations, solve problems, work effectively under stress, within deadlines, and in emergency situations.

           Ability to develop management plans and strategies to enhance competitive advantage in the landfill industry.