Assistant Director, Solid Waste & Admin Services

DeKalb County; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County is seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to lead and oversee department operations in Decatur, GA. The role requires directing staff, managing schedules, and ensuring policy compliance to support organizational objectives.

The position involves budgeting, payroll oversight, and cross-department coordination. A bachelor’s degree and several years of relevant experience with progressive supervision are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public or Business Administration or related field.
• Six years of experience in human resources, administrative management, or a related field, with three years of management experience for a comparably sized organization.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure coverage; approves/processes concerns and counsels or disciplines as appropriate.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; ensures resources and monitors progress; assists with complex problems and provides technical expertise.
• Plans and directs administrative operations; develops goals, policies, and procedures; conducts management analysis and recommends changes.
• Manages policies and procedures for the department; advises supervisors on policy, disciplinary actions, and grievance responses; resolves issues.
• Manages administrative financial activities; reviews payroll, purchases, and department budget; monitors expenditures.
• Performs customer service functions; provides information on policies; responds to routine and complex inquiries and initiates problem resolution.
• Communicates with supervisor, other County departments, the public, and outside agencies to coordinate work activities and resolve problems.

Skills

Staff supervision

Policy development

Budget management

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public or Business Administration or related field

Job description

DeKalb County is seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to lead and oversee department operations in Decatur, GA. The role requires directing staff, managing schedules, and ensuring policy compliance to support organizational objectives.

The position involves budgeting, payroll oversight, and cross-department coordination. A bachelor’s degree and several years of relevant experience with progressive supervision are required.