Solid Waste Supervisor Support Services

Position Summary

Supervise, assign, train, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for a variety of solid waste activities, services and operations; ensure work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures and perform the more technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for a variety of solid waste activities, services and operations.
• Establish schedules and methods for providing assigned solid waste activities and services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
• Participate in the development of policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; implement approved policies and procedures.
• Perform the more technical and complex tasks of the work unit including performing quality control activities on work performed; ensure proper work and safety methods are performed.
• Monitor and inspect assigned facilities; open, close and secure facilities; schedule maintenance of facilities as appropriate.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules on tools and equipment relative to assigned area of responsibility; ensure that schedules are adhered to.
• Oversee the operations of an assigned landfill including the movement of dirt for the construction of roads, slopes and drainage.
• Ensure disposal operations are performed in compliance with applicable environmental rules and regulations.
• Participate in the selection of assigned solid waste staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Participate in the preparation and administration of the solid waste budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.
• Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.
• Monitor the assigned work activities and projects associated with dispatch, customer service and code enforcement activities.

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of vehicle maintenance and solid waste management.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Represent the Department and Section at meetings and hearings.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associate's degree or a two (2) year technical certificate in environmental science, business administration, vehicle maintenance, or accounting; and

Five (5) years of solid waste experience in any of the following areas:

• vehicle maintenance
• collections
• disposal
• code enforcement
• dispatch
• administration
• customer service
• Clean City program

Working Conditions

Environmental:
Office environment; shop environment; field environment with exposure to disagreeable odors, potentially hazardous chemicals, noise, dust, grease, fumes and inclement weather conditions.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for light to heavy lifting and carrying and standing, sitting and walking for prolonged periods of time.