Assistant Solid Waste Superintendent - VM

Rise Social; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Albuquerque is hiring for a Senior- to Mid-Senior level management role within the Solid Waste Department. You will oversee residential and commercial refuse collection, clean city operations, landfill and transfer station activities, and vehicle maintenance, coordinating with other city divisions and outside agencies.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in environmental science or business, at least five years in solid waste operations, and two years of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science or business administration.
• Five (5) years experience in residential and commercial refuse collection, clean city operation, landfill and transfer operation, or vehicle maintenance operation.
• Two (2) years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee assigned services and activities of the Solid Waste Department, including residential and commercial refuse collection, clean city operation; landfill and transfer station operation; and vehicle maintenance operation.
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements.
• Direct, coordinate and review the work plan for assigned staff; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Monitor and inspect assigned facilities and equipment; schedule maintenance and secure facilities as appropriate.
• Monitor and coordinate daily operations of assigned division; ensure timely and efficient completion of daily operations; ensure adequate staffing allocate additional staff as needed; ensure compliance with applicable rules and regulations; address and resolve customer questions and concerns.
• Select, train, motivate and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Participate in the development and administration of the division's annual budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.
• Serve as the liaison and coordinate activities of assigned division for the Solid Waste Department with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Provide responsible staff assistance to the Solid Waste Superintendent.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of solid waste activities and operations relative to assigned program area.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budget management

Liaison across departments

Policy implementation

Citizen inquiries handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or business administration

Job description

Government Administration Full Time Mid-Senior Level

Deadline: 21 Aug 2026

Overview

Position SummaryAssume management responsibility for assigned division services including residential and commercial refuse collection, clean city operation, landfill and transfer operation, and vehicle maintenance operation; monitor and coordinate daily operations activities; identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions and outside agencies and provide highly responsible and complex support to the Solid Waste Superintendent.This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential And Supplemental FunctionsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.Assume management responsibility for assigned services and activities of assigned area within the Solid Waste Department; including residential and commercial refuse collection, clean city operation; landfill and transfer station operation; and vehicle maintenance operation.Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures.Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements.Direct, coordinate and review the work plan for assigned staff; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.Monitor and inspect assigned facilities and equipment; schedule maintenance and secure facilities as appropriate.Monitor and coordinate daily operations of assigned division; ensure timely and efficient completion of daily operations; ensure adequate staffing allocate additional staff as needed; ensure compliance with applicable rules and regulations; address and resolve customer questions and concerns.Select, train, motivate and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.Participate in the development and administration of the division's annual budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.Serve as the liaison and coordinate activities of assigned division for the Solid Waste Department with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.Provide responsible staff assistance to the Solid Waste Superintendent.SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of solid waste activities and operations relative to assigned program area.Serve as staff on a variety of boards, commissions and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science or business administration; andFive (5) years experience in residential and commercial refuse collection, clean city operation, landfill and transfer operation, or vehicle maintenance operation; andTo include two (2) years supervisory experience.

Additional Requirements

Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL); class A or B.Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six months from date of hire.Working ConditionsEnvironmentalStandard office environment with field and/or landfill exposure to noise, diesel grease, smoke, fumes, gases, potentially hazardous chemicals, waste and infectious materials; inclement weather conditions.PhysicalEssential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for a prolonged period of time.