Street & Recycling Programs Supervisor

City of La Crosse; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Wisconsin Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Dental & vision

Job summary

The City of La Crosse is seeking a Street Supervisor/Recycling Coordinator to lead the solid waste and recycling programs, administer contracts, and prepare grants. You will assist the Superintendent of Streets and oversee department operations when needed, ensuring efficient collection, recycling, and compliance with City codes.

The role includes budgeting support, public education, contract management, and coordinating with multiple departments.

Qualifications

• Three years progressively responsible street/public works experience including maintenance, construction, street paving, and snow removal operations.
• Associate degree in environmental sciences or technical related field preferred.
• Three years municipal solid waste and recycling experience in a management related position helpful.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin motor vehicle operator's license required.

Responsibilities

• Administer refuse and recycling contracts, including collection, disposal, yard waste, brush chipping and assist in preparing or revising contracts and bid specifications.
• Assist in preparing annual refuse and recycling operating and capital budgets.
• Prepare reports and grant applications to the WI DNR on refuse and recycling.
• Prepare and present public educational materials and programs related to refuse and recycling.
• Maintain records and data related to refuse and recycling.
• Review monthly contractor invoices and authorize payment.
• Assist in enforcing City ordinances and codes related to refuse and recycling.
• Respond to city resident's questions/complaints regarding refuse and recycling.
• Assists in scheduling projects. Prepares work orders. Allocates personnel and equipment. Monitors work in progress and checks completed projects.
• Checks utility openings for compliance with job requirements.
• Takes personnel actions. Prepares job-related injury reports and investigates injuries.
• Directs snow removal and ice control.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, complaints and comments regarding department activities.
• Directs department activities in the absence of the Superintendent.
• Receives Highway Department related after hours calls and supervises staff called out for after hours.
• Provides supervision for Highway Department staff and MSC staff on weekend and nights on an as needed basis.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary department information.

Skills

Public works experience

Supervisory experience

Solid waste experience

Recycling experience

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in environmental sciences or technical field

Job description

The City of La Crosse is seeking a Street Supervisor/Recycling Coordinator to lead the solid waste and recycling programs, administer contracts, and prepare grants. You will assist the Superintendent of Streets and oversee department operations when needed, ensuring efficient collection, recycling, and compliance with City codes.

The role includes budgeting support, public education, contract management, and coordinating with multiple departments.