City of Chesapeake Virginia is hiring: Waste Management Administrator in Chesape

Overview 7:00am – 3:30pm; Monday – Friday; Alpha – employee expected to work hours in excess of normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Work Site Location Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade Pay Grade GE20 Pay Basis Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary $84,951 – $140,169 DOQ Job Description The City of Chesapeake is a dynamic, growing community committed to service excellence, sustainability, and innovation. Guided by the City’s Strategic Anchors and CARES standards, Public Works plays a vital role in maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and livability of our city. Join our team and help make Chesapeake an outstanding place to live, learn, work, farm, and play. The City of Chesapeake’s Department of Public Works is seeking an experienced and motivated professional to serve as Waste Management Administrator . This position leads the City’s Waste Management Division, overseeing refuse collection, disposal, and recycling programs that serve our community. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong leadership, communication, and management skills who is dedicated to operational excellence, sustainability, and quality public service. Responsibilities Plan, manage, and coordinate waste management operations, including refuse collection, disposal, and recycling services. Develop and implement short- and long-range operational goals, objectives, and policies. Supervise and direct staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation. Prepare and administer the division budget; monitor expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility. Establish and maintain benchmarks and quality control standards. Track and report on waste management activities and performance data. Lead program development such as route design, service area management, and citywide recycling initiatives. Represent the City in regional waste management discussions and partnerships. Conduct research, prepare cost analyses, and write equipment and service specifications. Engage with the community through public education and outreach related to waste management programs. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks. Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration or a closely related field. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of four years of related, full-time equivalent experience. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards . Certified by SWANA (Solid Waste Association of North America) as a Certified Collection Systems Professional, or the ability to obtain same within twelve (12) months of hire. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Prior experience managing a public-sector waste management or public works division. Knowledge of waste management industry standards, environmental regulations, and sustainability practices. Job Open Date Job Open Date 11/03/2025 Job Close Date Job Close Date 11/30/2025 Open Continuous No ADA/Health & Safety Information Special Instructions to Applicants ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time; F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time; R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week; N = Never- Never occurs. Standing Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Sitting Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 lbs Carrying Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Pushing/Pulling Pushing/Pulling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Pushing/Pulling Weight Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Reaching Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Fine Dexterity Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Kneeling Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crouching Crouching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting Twisting N = Never Climbing Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Balancing Balancing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Vision Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used City vehicle, light equipment, and standard office equipment. Protective Equipment Required All required PPE. Health and Safety D = Daily; W = Several Times Per Week; M = Several Times Per Month; S = Seasonally; N = Never Mechanical Hazards Mechanical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Chemical Hazards Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards Electrical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Fire Hazards Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description Dirt and Dust Dirt and Dust W = Several Times Per Week Extreme Temperatures Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration Noise and Vibration M = Several Times Per Month Fumes and Odors Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time; F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time; R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week; N = Never- Never occurs. Time Pressures Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Emergency Situations Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? 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