Assistant Solid Waste Superintendent, Landfilling Operations

Prince William County; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 71,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince William County’s Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Division, seeks an experienced Landfill Assistant Superintendent to oversee daily landfilling operations at the Municipal Sanitary Landfill in Manassas, VA. This role supervises up to 12 staff and coordinates safety and regulatory compliance.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of related experience in solid waste landfilling or construction site development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum five (5) years of full-time related experience in landfilling operations or construction site development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the active landfill and closed areas ensuring compliance with regulations and permits.
• Supervise up to 12 employees, including hiring, training, evaluating performance, and mentoring.
• Coordinate maintenance, repair, and replacement of facilities, vehicles, and equipment for optimal performance.
• Interact with County staff, vendors, businesses, and the public to resolve inquiries and maintain safety.

Skills

Operations management

Employee supervision

Regulatory compliance

Public customer service

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Introduction

Prince William County’s Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Division, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Superintendent to join our team at the County’s Municipal Sanitary Landfill in Manassas, Virginia. This position oversees daily landfilling operations and supervises personnel to achieve operational objectives and ensure regulatory compliance. The Landfill Assistant Superintendent also plays a key role in project coordination, equipment procurement, and safety programs. This position, along with other Assistant Superintendents, serves as the group responsible for the facility when the Landfill Superintendent is unavailable.

About This Role

The Landfill Assistant Superintendent works primarily independently, both in the office and in the field, under the supervision and direction of the Landfill Superintendent. The work requires sound and ethical judgment, as well as the ability to read, understand, and comply with a wide range of complex regulatory requirements and permits. Knowledge of the methods and best practices for planning, organizing, and supervising active landfilling operations and maintenance of closed areas is required. The ability to read, understand, follow, and implement topographic, construction, and report drawings is essential.

Responsibilities in this role may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Operations Management – Oversee daily operations of the active sanitary landfill and closed landfill areas in conformance with applicable regulations, permits, engineering drawings, best practices, and established standards. Review construction drawings, establish and check grades, oversee filling activities, and ensure construction conforms with design drawings. Oversee and coordinate various contractor activities on site.
• Employee Supervision and Leadership – Directly supervise up to 12 employees, including hiring, training, evaluating performance, and mentoring staff. Foster a collaborative, safety-focused workplace. Establish priorities, create work schedules, monitor work efforts, and develop and implement solutions to improve teamwork and efficiency and address operational issues.
• Environmental Compliance – Ensure proper maintenance of the landfill’s environmental control systems related to air, landfill gas, groundwater, stormwater, leachate, and sediment & erosion control. Prepare and maintain operational and regulatory documentation and reports. Use computers and computer software, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Facility and Equipment Management – Assist in coordinating the maintenance, repair, and replacement of facilities, vehicles, and equipment to ensure optimal performance and operational efficiency.
• Customer Service – Routinely interact with County staff, vendors, businesses, and the general public. Handle complex customer inquiries and resolve issues in a professional and tactful manner.
• Process Improvement – Analyze operational data and employee workflows to enhance efficiency, safety, and customer service. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize facility operations.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum five (5) years of full‑time related experience (full‑time experience related to active solid waste landfilling operations or construction site development)

Preferences

• Minimum three (3) years of full‑time supervisory experience, including directing and evaluating 10 or more employees in an operational environment, is preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of work experience dealing directly with the public in a customer service setting is preferred.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Special Requirements

• Special License Requirement – A current Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) Class II Waste Management Facility Operator License or the ability to obtain the license within eight (8) months of hire is required for this position.
• Driving Requirement – Having and maintaining a valid driver’s license is a requirement of the position. This job also requires driving a County vehicle.
• Essential Service Requirement – This position is designated as an essential employee. Responding to emergencies, inclement weather, and other issues that may impact facility operations before or after regular working hours, including on holidays and weekends, is required.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – This job is a safety‑sensitive position that requires wearing personal protective equipment, including but not limited to safety shoes, safety vest, and hard hat.
• Physical Requirement – This job requires lifting up to 50 pounds, exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly to move objects. The work is generally performed in both inside and outside environments and may be exposed to vibrations, intense noises, moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, gases, inadequate lighting, and poor ventilation. The ability to safely work in inclement weather and around vehicular traffic and heavy equipment is required. The job also requires the ability to routinely walk long distances over rough terrain in noisy and dusty conditions, as well as climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, and grasping.
• Pre‑employment Requirement – Successfully passing a pre‑employment physical examination is a condition of employment for this position.

Work Schedule

The typical work schedule for this position is 37.5 hours per week. Working some weekends and holidays is required. Shift days and hours are subject to change based on business needs. Working outside of regularly scheduled hours with little or no notice may be required in the event of inclement weather or a department or County emergency.

Hiring Salary Range

$70,921.50 to 125,014.50 annually

Hiring Salary Range

$70,921.50 to 125,014.50 annually

NOTE

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full‑time and part‑time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees