The City of Savannah is set within a vibrant and diverse community, filled with charm and great people! We are always looking for hidden gems ready to champion challenges, foster a culture of belonging, and make a difference within the communities we serve! Jump start your career today by joining our team as the Sanitation Supervisor working in our Street Cleaning Division. This position supervises and participates in the daily operations of the Sanitation Department. We offer an e xcellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers program, tuition reimbursement and more! Submit your application today! Supervises, directs, and monitors performance of assigned personnel and equipment in daily Sanitation Department operations including Commercial Refuse Collections, Residential Refuse Collections, Street Cleaning, Refuse Disposal or Recycling and Litter Abatement. Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals. Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed. May supervise and direct the daily sanitation code enforcement. May inspect properties to enforce City of Savannah codes and ordinances governing waste containerization collection and disposal, and litter and debris control. May provide information to property owners regarding codes and steps required to achieve compliance. Issues courtesy notices, administrative and recorder court summons as required; takes before and after photographs. May prepare case folders; testifies in court. May oversee the field training of new enforcement officers. Supervises and monitors street sweeping, citation, sign program, and front-end loader operations. May monitor the issuance of citations to ensure accuracy and adherence to policies. May forward citations to Revenue Department. Monitors vehicle repair and maintenance needs and forwards to appropriate personnel. Supervises and directs the daily collection of recycling and litter routes; monitors the performance of assigned personnel and equipment. Supervises, monitors, and directs daily collection of residential refuse, yard waste, bulk items; monitors performance of assigned staff and equipment. Attends neighborhood meetings and provides information concerning department services, policies, and procedures. Assigns trucks and crews to recycling and litter routes. Ensures trucks are operating properly, safely, and effectively. Supervises transfer station roll-off container truck operations and customer support to achieve quality customer service. Ensures day-to-day landfill Design and Operations Plan compliance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Associate Degree; with four (4) years of supervisory experience in code enforcement, solid waste management or public work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history. Class B CDL license preferred not required.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Thursday 8:00 p.m. -6:00 a.m.

Work Location:

20 Interchange Drive Additional Requirements Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment. Knowledge of department policies and procedures. Knowledge of city personnel policy. Knowledge of equipment. Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work. Skill in the supervision of personnel. Skill in public and interpersonal relations. Skill in oral and written communication. Knowledge of the operation and function of the Sanitation Bureau. Knowledge of related City of Savannah codes and ordinances. Knowledge of principles and practices of sanitation code enforcement. Knowledge of sanitation work programs and collection zones. Knowledge of city and bureau personnel policies. Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work. Skill in the resolution of conflicts. Minimum Standards

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Division Director and/or Administrator assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with City ordinances, waste collection and disposal procedures.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include city ordinances, the employee handbook, and department standard operating procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY

The work consists of varied supervisory duties. Inclement weather conditions contribute to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT

The purpose of this position is to supervise the provision of commercial refuse collection services. Success in this position contributes to the provision of efficient and effective services.

PERSONAL CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, representatives of businesses, contractors, and members of the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS

Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, resolve problems, and motivate personnel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and climbs ladders.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors. The employee may be exposed to machinery with moving parts and cold or inclement weather conditions.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has direct supervision over assigned staff.