Sacramento County is hiring: Waste Management Operations Manager in Sacramento

Job Title

Waste Management Operations Manager at Sacramento County

Key Responsibilities

Under general direction, directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of Waste Management residential refuse collection; year-round neighborhood cleanup programs; transfer and disposal operations; curbside recycling; organic waste collection and other resource recovery and waste diversion; associated fleet programs; and coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, outside agencies, and the general public.

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge

• Principles and practices of management and organizational theory, including planning, organizational design, business finance, business development, project management, and organizational effectiveness
• Principles and practices of supervision, discipline, leadership, mentoring, and training
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations affecting solid waste management plans, operations, and personnel
• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of assigned programs and functions
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Solid waste collection, disposal, transfer operations, and recycling methods and systems
• Cost elements and revenue sources for solid waste projects and services
• Division budget preparation process

Abilities

• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff
• Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of subordinate staff
• Investigate and resolve disciplinary issues
• Work independently, prioritize work, coordinate activities and meet critical deadlines
• Develop, monitor and interpret budgets and other financial documents
• Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
• Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met
• Influence and persuade others to take a desired action and/or direction
• Interpret and summarize a variety of data and information
• Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of information
• Plan complex jobs, including the utilization of personnel, materials and equipment
• Complete complex work assignments and establish work project schedules and procedures
• Prepare special reports and correspondence related to the work of the section

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of full-time paid experience at the supervisory level or higher in solid waste collection, recycling, transfer, disposal, or public works operations or other field closely related to the intent of the class.

AND an Associate of Arts Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university.

Note: Additional full time paid experience at the supervisory level involved in solid waste operations, recycling, transfer, disposal, public works operations, trucking, logistics, construction or related field to the intent of the class may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. (2080 hours is equal to 30 units)

Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Background, Physical and Working Conditions

Criminal History and Background Checks

The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act.

License Requirement

A valid Driver License, Class C or higher, is required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License, or comply with state and federal guidelines for utilization, may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, push and pull equipment and/or refuse or other materials when providing assistance to crews in the field.
• Climb into and out of trucks and/or equipment.
• Work on uneven terrain.

Working Conditions

• Occasionally work weekends, holidays, and non-routine hours.
• Work outside in all types of weather conditions.
• Work around dust, dirt, odors, noise, and refuse.
• Walk on an uneven terrain.
• Work indoors in an office building.

Probationary Period

twelve (12) months.

Application and Testing Information

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.

Resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

EEO Statement

Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change. We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at dco@saccounty.gov or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711.

Job Metadata

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Government Administration