Solid Waste Supervisor Support Services

Posting number: 2601201

Department: Solid Waste Management

Division: SW-Central Svcs

Job classification: Solid Waste Supervisor

Posting type: Open

Categories: Waste Management, Management

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.

Examples of duties

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.

1. Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for a variety of solid waste activities, services and operations.
2. Establish schedules and methods for providing assigned solid waste activities and services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
3. 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.
4. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; implement approved policies and procedures.
5. 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.
6. Monitor and inspect assigned facilities; open, close and secure facilities; schedule maintenance of facilities as appropriate.
7. Maintain preventive maintenance schedules on tools and equipment relative to assigned area of responsibility; ensure that schedules are adhered to.
8. Oversee the operations of an assigned landfill including the movement of dirt for the construction of roads, slopes and drainage.
9. Ensure disposal operations are performed in compliance with applicable environmental rules and regulations.
10. Participate in the selection of assigned solid waste staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
11. Participate in the preparation and administration of the solid waste budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.
12. Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.
13. Monitor the assigned work activities and projects associated with dispatch, customer service and code enforcement activities.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

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

Qualifications

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

To include one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire. 

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Supplemental information

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 ti