Solid Waste Management Director

City of East Point

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

45 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

457b supplemental retirement

Long and short-term disability

Direct deposit

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Pension plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Dependent care FSA

Job summary

The City of East Point seeks a seasoned Solid Waste Management leader to direct and manage the department’s activities, ensuring efficient operations and regulatory compliance. You will supervise sanitation crews, develop work plans, and oversee budgeting and procurement to support city services.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and at least ten years in solid waste, including supervisory experience, with strong communication and safety leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.
Master’s degree preferred.
Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in Solid Waste Management or related field; with at least five (5) years in a supervisory role.
Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, direct and control the Solid Waste Management Department activities.
Supervise sanitation workers; assign routes; conduct performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local environmental and transportation rules and regulations.
Develop department work plans, goals and objectives; monitor progress and evaluate work.
Prepare and manage department budget including expenditures and revenues.
Represent the department in community meetings; respond to inquiries and complaints.

Skills

Leadership

Public communications

Problem solving

Time management

Safety compliance

Independent work

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Master’s degree preferred

Ten years experience in Solid Waste Management

Tools

OSHA knowledge

Georgia DOT laws

Job description

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the activities of the Solid Waste Management Department. Work is performed under the supervision of the City Manager.

Major Duties

Supervise the activities of sanitation workers, assign schedules of routes, conduct performance evaluations, give disciplinary actions and checks and reviews work upon completion.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental and transportation rules and regulations.
Direct, oversee and participate in the development of department’s work plan, goals, and objectives.
Assign work activities, monitor workflow and progress and review, and evaluate work products.
Represent the department in community meetings.
Respond and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
Evaluate new solid waste management options, concepts and ideas and their applicability to the City.
Implement operational or technological changes as necessary.
Oversee the development of written policies and procedures, business practices and communicate these to employees in the department.
Develop and manage the department’s budget including expenditures, revenues, bond funds and all accounting necessary for the Enterprise Fund.
Establish priorities for work schedules and daily allocation of personnel, equipment, and other division resources.
Coordinate and submit recommendations for purchasing equipment necessary to the City Manager; maintain inventory for relevant equipment.
Maintain sanitation equipment so that it functions properly.
Support the activities of other departments as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.
Master’s degree preferred.
Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in Solid Waste Management or related field; with at least five (5) years in a supervisory role.
Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge Required by the Position

Knowledge of preparing high-level reports for regulatory compliance, in-house review, and information and between municipalities, state, and regional authorities.
Knowledge of occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to accomplish division objectives, knowledge of OSHA and Georgia DOT laws.
Knowledge of departmental and City operating policies, procedures, and rules.
Knowledge of all applicable traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations governing the operation of sanitation trucks.
Skill in solving complex problems.
Knowledge of budget preparation and monitoring.
Skill in interpreting Federal, State, and Local policies, procedures, laws, and their impact on departmental operations.
Skill in effective oral and written communications.
Skill in dealing tactfully and courteously with customers and citizens.
Ability to lead, supervise and schedule the work of subordinates and effectively and efficiently accomplish department objectives.
Ability to evaluate problems and complaints regarding sanitation services.
Ability to work independently, organize tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to observe, follow and direct subordinates to follow necessary safety precautions in all assignments.
Ability to work with elected officials, co-workers and the public.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Certified Professional in Waste Management
State of Georgia Valid Class B CDL License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed with intermittent standing, walking, bending, and crouching. The employee must occasionally lift objects, use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity and distinguish between shades of color. The work is typically performed indoors at a desk but also includes walking outdoors inspecting equipment and vehicles. The employee may be exposed to loud noise, inclement weather conditions, fumes, airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.