Solid Waste Operations Supervisor

City of Indianapolis & Marion County; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Indianapolis & Marion County is seeking a qualified administrator to oversee daily operations of the garage area. You will coordinate office functions, supervise staff, and align policies with city goals while ensuring efficient contract and fleet management.

Ideal candidates bring strong communication, office management, and budgeting skills, plus experience with bargaining units. This role requires CDL and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and at least four (4) years of experience in the area of expertise.
• Prefer at least two (2) of those years in a supervisory capacity.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL Class B with air brakes) and ability to pass a pre-employment driving physical and drug test.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds or more.
• Strong office management experience and bargaining unit environment knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Coordinates daily office functions.
• Serves as an administrative liaison between management and bargaining units.
• Responds to customer/employee inquiries and/or complaints.
• Maintains effectiveness and efficiency of operations and contracts.
• Assists in tracking and maintaining a fleet of 80 trucks and vehicles.
• Directs supervision of staff.
• Responsible for staff development, evaluations, and disciplinary actions of bargaining unit employees.
• Develops, implements and maintains procedures for the area to which assigned.
• Assist team with budget preparation, policy and goal setting for the garage.
• Tracks revenues and expenses and identify areas of increasing operational efficiency.
• Ensures adherence to policies and procedures, both for bi-weekly and weekly employees.
• Provides consultation and assistance regarding specific matters within identified area of expertise.
• Assists with tasks related to the preparation of the annual and other periodic budgets.
• Assists manager in controlling city budget. Control and monitor projects, oversee administrative details, such as contract billings, project budgets, status reports.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Computer literacy

Problem-solving / troubleshooting

Staff supervision

Budget tracking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Indianapolis & Marion County is seeking a qualified administrator to oversee daily operations of the garage area. You will coordinate office functions, supervise staff, and align policies with city goals while ensuring efficient contract and fleet management.

Ideal candidates bring strong communication, office management, and budgeting skills, plus experience with bargaining units. This role requires CDL and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.