Assistant Director, Waste Management & Admin

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

Job summary

DeKalb County Government is seeking a seasoned administrator to lead a busy department. The role directs staff, manages financial activities, and oversees policies, procedures, and personnel transactions to ensure compliant, efficient operations.

You will plan long- and short-term goals, supervise performance, train employees, and provide reports to management. A Bachelor's in public or business administration and several years of HR/administrative leadership are required, along with a valid

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; or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with performance appraisals.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; ensures resources and monitors progress; provides technical assistance and reports to management.
• Plans and directs administrative operations; develops goals and objectives; conducts management analysis and policy improvement.
• Manages department policies and personnel actions; reviews and approves transactions; resolves issues and implements solutions.
• Manages administrative financial activities; reviews payroll, purchases, budgets, and travel; monitors expenditures.
• Provides customer service in person, by phone, or email; handles routine and complex inquiries and initiates problem resolution.
• Acts as liaison regarding Worker's Compensation; assists injured employees with processing and plan changes.
• Manages staff training and development; conducts performance reviews and planning.
• Researches and analyzes data; prepares reports and maintains department records.

Skills

Staff supervision

Policy development

Data analysis

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration

Job description

DeKalb County Government is seeking a seasoned administrator to lead a busy department. The role directs staff, manages financial activities, and oversees policies, procedures, and personnel transactions to ensure compliant, efficient operations.

You will plan long- and short-term goals, supervise performance, train employees, and provide reports to management. A Bachelor's in public or business administration and several years of HR/administrative leadership are required, along with a valid