Director of Land Management & Waste Operations

MissionHires; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Educational assistance

Holidays & leave

FRS retirement

Job summary

The Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County seeks an experienced Director of Land Management to lead landfill operations, yard and biomass waste programs, grounds and stormwater maintenance, and related environmental compliance activities.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this senior leader will oversee permitting, budgets, contractors, and long-range planning while ensuring safe, economical, and environmentally responsible management of solid waste.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Five+ years solid waste management experience; landfill design, operation, closure, and related systems.
• Knowledge of modern sanitary landfill design, construction, operations, maintenance, and waste reduction.

Responsibilities

• Direct, plan, coordinate, and supervise Land Management Services, including landfill operations and odor/litter control.
• Lead landfill operations to maximize waste reduction, airspace, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee yard and biomass waste storage, reporting, contracts, and third‑party processing.

Job description

The Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County seeks an experienced Director of Land Management to lead landfill operations, yard and biomass waste programs, grounds and stormwater maintenance, and related environmental compliance activities.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this senior leader will oversee permitting, budgets, contractors, and long-range planning while ensuring safe, economical, and environmentally responsible management of solid waste.