Solid Waste Supervisor II - Material Recovery Facility

The purpose of this job is to supervise employees and crews engaged in processing, sorting and baling of recycling material and household hazardous waste collection events. Coordinates and evaluates work of assigned staff. Maintains and distributes equipment and supplies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job.

Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description Supervises, manages, and evaluates assigned employees and makes decisions about hiring, and discipline of employees; prioritizes and assigns work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; addresses employee concerns and/or problems; counsels and/or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries ; and acts as liaison between employees and management. Organizes, distributes, and tracks bids for outgoing recycling material; ensures forms and paperwork are complete. Organizes and tracks the collection of household hazardous material by City's vendor. Coordinates maintenance request for vehicles and equipment. Prepares and maintains records, reports, and equipment pre and post trip sheets. Organizes training and safety discussions for employees. Investigates and prepares accident and injury reports for Risk Management. Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Work requires supervising and monitoring performance for a regular group of employees (2 or more full-time employees) including providing input on hiring, issuing formal discipline, conducting performance evaluations, and realigning work as needed. Such authority is not merely of a routine or clerical nature but requires the use of independent judgment. This is the second level in the Solid Waste Supervisor series. This position requires additional experience and supervises multiple work units and Supervisor I. Human Collaboration and Job Impact

• This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction Interactions may result in decisions regarding implementation of policies.

Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations. Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions with the public requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions. Interactions have limited impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations. Fiscal Responsibility Position has limited fiscal responsibility. May assist in the collection of data in support of recommendations for departmental budget allocations. May monitor division or program/promotional level budget and expenditures. Education and Experience

• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent.

Associate's degree preferred. 5 to 7 years' experience in heavy equipment operations and supervision of others. Licenses or Certifications Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

Knowledge of:

Missouri Department of Natural Resources rules and regulations for solid waste and household hazardous waste collection, storage and disposal procedures. Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and/or production methods. General office practices and administrative procedures, records management and administration techniques and procedures. Job specific equipment and materials. Common business software applications such as Microsoft Office. Work safety rules and regulations.

Skill in:

Developing and maintaining effective working relationships. Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience. Monitoring and assessing the performance of employees or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Ability to:

Effectively plan and delegate the work of others and to train and/or supervise the work of others. Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Use and maintain hand and power tools. Maintain detailed and accurate records. Prepare, write and present reports. Provide high levels of effective customer service. Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems. Regularly use a computer, software, phone and related office equipment. Focus on tasks. Work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Work Environment

• Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job Work Environment Office or similar indoor environment
• Frequently/Often Outdoor environment
• Frequently/Often Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Frequently/Often Construction site
• Sometimes Vehicle
• Frequently/Often Warehouse environment
• Sometimes Shop Environment
• Sometimes Right of way environment
• Sometimes Exposures Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Sometimes Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Sometimes Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Sometimes Communicable diseases
• Sometimes Moving mechanical parts
• Sometimes Fumes or airborne particles
• Sometimes Toxic or caustic chemicals/substances
• Sometimes Loud noises (85+ decibels)
• Sometimes The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This position involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and majority of work is performed outside or with exposure to risk. Incumbents may be required to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. Incumbents required to bend, stoop, reach, twist, dig, climb stairs, balance, grasp, push, feel attributes of objects, and operate mechanical equipment. Hours/Days Starting Salary $31.80 per hour to $46.45 per hour commensurate with experience; promotion is 10% increase or the minimum Pay Grade 110 Number of Positions Available 1 Deadline to Apply 05/20/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Notice to Applicants Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)

TTY:

711 (MO RELAY)

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MALE / FEMALE

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING

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