Wasterecycling is hiring: Lead Solid Waste Coordinator in Miami

Overview

This position performs supervisory, administrative, and technical duties directing the activities of the Solid Waste Division. Responsibilities include developing and implementing daily operational plans and standard operating procedures; and developing and implementing short and long term strategies that result in the environmental and financial sustainability of the City’s solid waste operation. The role includes the investigation and inspection of rules and regulations pertaining to the storage, collection, and disposal of solid waste, including compliance pertaining to illegal placement of garbage cans, recycling bins, trash, and debris in alleys or rights of way. The position conducts accident and safety incident investigations in conjunction with Risk Management. It manages customer service experiences, handles complaints and inquiries, supervises waste division crews, assists with budget preparation, and acts on behalf of the Public Works Assistant Director in their absence. The incumbent uses independent judgment under the general direction of the Department Director.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement daily operational plans and standard operating procedures for the Solid Waste Division.
• Develop and implement short- and long-term strategies that support environmental and financial sustainability of the City’s solid waste operation.
• Investigate and inspect rules and regulations related to storage, collection, and disposal of solid waste; ensure compliance with illegal placement of garbage cans, recycling bins, trash, and debris in alleys/rights of way.
• Perform accident and safety incident investigations in coordination with Risk Management.
• Manage customer service experiences, address complaints and inquiries, and oversee expectations.
• Supervise waste division crews and assist with budget preparation.
• Act on behalf of the Public Works Assistant Director in their absence.
• Use independent judgment under the general direction of the Department Director.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• Five (5) years of responsible experience managing waste collection and disposal of solid waste, recyclables, and trash, including routing.
• Ability to obtain Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Certification.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.
• A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.