Mymanatee is hiring: Solid Waste Collections Supervisor in Bradenton

Location: 3035 Lena Road, Bradenton, FL

Hours: Monday‑Friday 7:30 am–4:00 pm

Hourly Range: $25.56–$31.95

Classification: Solid Waste Collections Supervisor

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Working Conditions

Indoor/Outdoor; high noise environment.

Lift up to 50 lbs alone; up to 100 lbs with assistance.

Essential Functions

• Provides advice, training, and information to staff; plans, directs, supervises, and evaluates workflow involving completion of solid waste operational services.
• Facilitates effective communication between solid waste staff and the rest of the organization.
• Monitors and provides feedback to staff regarding performance, attendance, and participation; conducts employee performance reviews for assigned staff.
• Responds to more complex/difficult customer inquiries and complaints including those received from Management.
• Provides operational support for the solid waste division.
• Budget monitoring and preparation for the solid waste collections section, new equipment and revisions to policies and procedures.
• Consults and coordinates with third party contracted vendors for County‑wide solid waste and recycling services.
• Develops and/or assists in developing, implementing and administering departmental policies with ongoing analysis and evaluation of operations and assigned programs.
• Compiles and analyzes various statistical data for purpose of developing procedures; prepares correspondence, memoranda and supportive documents as required.
• Assists in the training, design and analysis of data processing systems and follow‑ups necessary to the successful implementation of automated systems in the section.
• May oversee the work of other division staff.
• Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or closely related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the operational support of solid waste and recycling programs.
• Minimum of two (2) years in solid waste emergency operations.
• Valid Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of customer information and billing systems.
• Knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, and ordinances.
• Ability to exhibit strong, professional customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and tactfully, orally and in writing.
• Ability to motivate others through training and recognition.
• Ability to plan, assign, direct, evaluate, and oversee the work of assigned team members/staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, associates, County officials, and the general public.
• Ability to use personal computers and specialized systems required for the efficient operation of the Scalehouse.
• Ability to perform research and analyze data using statistical methods and practices.
• Ability to prepare and communicate information, either orally or in writing, in a clear and concise manner.

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, priority consideration will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application.

EEO/ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources at 941‑748‑4501 x 3865 for accommodations during the recruitment process.

Drug‑Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug‑free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency.