This is highly responsible supervisory work in directing and coordinating operations activities of the Solid Waste Department. Reports directly to the Solid Waste Manager. An employee in this class will be responsible for directing all operational core services, including residential and commercial solid waste collection, recycling collections, yard waste collection, and support services. Additional responsibilities include developing and administering an in-house driver training program for all truck types owned by the division.  Developing and administrating an in-house driver safety and recognition program. Participates in capital improvement planning and implementation, budget development and management, specification writing, marketing, contract negotiation and administration, and public relations. Incumbent will have managerial responsibility for approximately 55 employees. Work is of unusual difficulty and requires the exercise of extensive initiative and independent judgment in formulating, implementing, and supervising the administration of broad policies and programs; developing methods to address individual projects; defining areas where efficiency can be improved; and coordinating and monitoring the effectiveness of new procedures. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports submitted, and results achieved.

• Associate degree or 60 college credit hours from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Finance, Environmental Science, Engineering, Public and/or Business Administration. 
• Six years of experience in residential and/or commercial solid waste collection operations.
• Three years of supervisory/management experience in residential and/or commercial solid waste collection operations.
• One year of experience operating medium to heavy motor vehicles. 
• Must possess and maintain a valid state of Florida Class "B" Commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements.

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, abilities, and other competencies necessary for success in the target position.

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