Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Oversee and manage all solid waste operations, including disposal, recycling, and transportation, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop and enforce departmental policies, procedures, and goals to optimize operations and ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.
• Coordinate with external agencies and regulatory bodies on permit renewals, compliance, and inspections related to landfill operations and hazardous waste management.
• Prepare and manage the department's annual budget, monitor capital projects, and implement long-term financial planning to ensure cost-effective operations and future sustainability.
• Supervise, train, evaluate, and, when necessary, discipline staff, ensuring an efficient and well-trained workforce to meet operational goals.
• Lead the development of capital projects, including the planning, design, permitting, and implementation of new facilities, equipment, and upgrades.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to adjust programs, improve efficiency, and forecast future needs.
• Manage public outreach programs to inform and educate the community on solid waste disposal, recycling initiatives, and environmental impacts.
• Evaluate solid waste programs and facilities to determine capacity, develop improvements, and recommend fee schedules based on financial projections and operational demands.
• Serve as the department’s representative at meetings, conferences, and hearings, reporting regularly to senior management and the City/County leadership on department activities and progress.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Sustainability, Waste & Beautification Director position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Additional duties may be assigned by the City manager.
Desired Qualifications:
• Minimum of 3 or more years in local government with experience in Waste Management or Sustainability.
• Experience in budget preparation and financial management related to sustainability initiatives.
• Experience in public outreach and engagement strategies to involve community members and various stakeholders.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Extensive knowledge of current principles, practices, methods, and equipment in solid waste management, including composting operations, material recovery facilities, and landfill operations.
• Familiarity and experience with account management procedures and processes.
• Proven knowledge of business acumen and experience in governmental/business relationship building.
• Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, and regulations related to solid waste, environmental protection, hazardous materials management, and procurement.
• Strong foundation in environmental, biological, and chemical processes, particularly in relation to air, water, and soil contamination, as well as sustainability and climate change science.
• In-depth knowledge of public administration, municipal finance, budgeting, and intergovernmental relations, including the impact of utility rate structures and return on investment for solid waste operations.
• Familiarity with organizational change management strategies, modern management practices in public administration, and personnel administration, including labor relations.
• Proven ability to manage comprehensive solid waste and recycling programs, including directing operations, overseeing personnel, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Science, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field, or a combination of equivalent experience and education.
• Possession of a relevant certification (e.g., LEED accreditation)
• Track record of implementing innovative sustainability programs.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
