Solid Waste Manager — Remote-Option Leadership & Impact

Thurston County Government; Olympia (WA); Sur place; USD 104 000 - 136 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Relocation allowance up to $5,000

Hiring bonus up to $15,000

Annual performance incentive up to 4%

County-provided vehicle

Résumé du poste

Thurston County Public Works Department invites applications for the Solid Waste Manager. This role reports to the Public Works Director and leads the Division’s operations, strategic planning, budgeting, and community engagement to safeguard public health and the environment.

The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership, drives innovation, manages contracts, and develops a high-performing team while collaborating with regulatory agencies and county leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental field, public administration, or related field.
• Four years of progressive experience in solid waste, contract management, community relations and resource protection, with at least three years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to use a computer and software tools relevant to the role.

Responsabilités

• Plan, organize, direct, and oversee all operations and programs of the Solid Waste Division.
• Lead development and implementation of strategic/operational plans and compliance programs.
• Prepare and administer annual operating and capital budgets; manage enterprise fund resources.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic Vision

Creativity & Innovation

Staff Development

Communication

Partnerships

Problem Solving

Interdisciplinary Approach

Cultural Competency

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in environmental field

Four years of progressive solid waste/contract management experience

Public administration background (preferred)

Description du poste

Thurston County Public Works Department invites applications for the Solid Waste Manager. This role reports to the Public Works Director and leads the Division’s operations, strategic planning, budgeting, and community engagement to safeguard public health and the environment.

The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership, drives innovation, manages contracts, and develops a high-performing team while collaborating with regulatory agencies and county leadership.