Solid Waste Commercial & Operations Manager

DeKalb County Government; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County Government in Georgia seeks a seasoned manager to lead an assigned staff unit, direct day‑to‑day operations and ensure adequate coverage. You will organize work, monitor progress, and report on activities to senior leadership.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Business or Public Administration and at least five years of progressive supervisory experience, with a strong focus on policy adherence and service excellence. Salary ranges from $80,433 to $129,497 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience including lead or supervisory duties.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates staff; manages work schedules and coverage.
• Oversees performance appraisals, coaching, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Develops unit plans, manages budgets and contracts, and reports to senior management.
• Implements standards, policies, and procedures; coordinates cross‑functional work.

Skills

Staff management

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Policy adherence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Public Administration

Job description

Job Description

Grade: 25 Salary Range: $80,433 - $129,497 depending on experience FLSA: Exempt

Essential Functions

Manages, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and senior management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures. Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports to senior management. Manages an assigned unit within the division; develops, plans, and implements long- and short-term strategic plans, goals, and objectives; evaluates effectiveness and performance of current systems and programs in relation to growing needs of the County; and identifies needed changes, modifications and/or enhancements. Manages projects in assigned operational program; establishes project priorities; develops plans for implementing projects to include lifecycle plans that identify the order, timing and priority of projects; recommends methods, changes, equipment, etc. to meet organizational needs; and identifies new processes and alternatives to resolve problems or improve/enhance operations. Develops and implements standards, policies and procedures for assigned unit; maintains written standards for work processes; documents and reviews procedures; establishes and enforces best practices; and consults with other managers in design of procedures and standards. Manages financial activities of assigned unit, including budget development and implementation, contract administration, bid specification development for equipment and materials, etc.; monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget; and maintains related documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field; five years of progressively responsible experience in area of assignment, to include lead or supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license; and must obtain and maintain the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) or the American Public Works Association (APWA) certification within one year of employment in this classification.