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City of Kissimmee
Solid Waste Manager
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What they do
A Director of Urban / Transportation Planning directs and oversees planning and develops projects that maintain or improve the quality of life in a city or region. Addresses specific transportation, economic development, housing and environmental issues. Directs planning to address aesthetic and technical concerns, community goals and the future impact of development.
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Job Description
Position Summary Under limited administrative direction, the Solid Waste Division Manager provides executive leadership for the City's Solid Waste Enterprise Fund and all residential solid waste operations. The position is responsible for strategic planning, operational excellence, fiscal stewardship, workforce leadership, customer experience, regulatory compliance, emergency management, capital programming, commercial above-ground and underground Nord container services, commercial franchise administration, and continuous improvement. The Division Manager serves as a member of the Public Works & Engineering leadership team and advises executive management on policy, operational, and financial matters affecting solid waste services. Organizational Role Reports to the Assistant Director, Public Works & Engineering. Provides direct supervision to division supervisors, administrative staff, and other assigned personnel. Collaborates with Engineering, Traffic, Fleet, Finance, Procurement, Legal, Development Services, Risk Management, and Emergency Management. Represents the City before residents, businesses, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the City Commission. Strategic Responsibilities Develop and implement long-range strategic plans for the Solid Waste Division. Establish measurable performance goals and operational benchmarks. Develop enterprise fund financial plans and five-year capital improvement programs. Evaluate emerging technologies and industry best practices. Support sustainability and environmental stewardship initiatives. Operational Responsibilities Direct residential refuse, recycling, yard waste, and bulk collection operations. Manage commercial above-ground and underground Nord collection services. Administer commercial franchise agreements and monitor contractor compliance. Optimize routes using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related technology to collect, analyze and assess operational analytics and performance dashboards. Coordinate fleet utilization, asset replacement, and preventative maintenance. Financial Stewardship Prepare and administer annual operating and capital budgets. Perform rate and cost-of-service analyses. Monitor revenues, expenditures, and enterprise fund performance. Administer procurement, contracts, grants, and consultant services. Leadership & People Management Recruit, mentor, evaluate, and develop employees. Foster accountability, innovation, safety, and continuous improvement. Lead succession planning and workforce development. Manage employee relations, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions. Emergency Management Serve in the Emergency Operations Center as assigned. Manage debris operations before, during, and after disasters. Coordinate FEMA reimbursement documentation and debris contracts. Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, Environmental Science, Operations Management, Logistics, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and progressively responsible experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience in municipal solid waste, public works, or related operations, including four (4) years of management experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Required Certifications Valid Florida driver's license. FEMA IS-100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 within twelve months. Preferred Certifications SWANA Manager of Collection Systems Certified Public Manager (CPM) APWA Public Works Professional-Manager OSHA 30-Hour Core Competencies Strategic Leadership
- Aligns division goals with City priorities and anticipates future service demands. Financial Acumen
- Ensures long-term enterprise fund sustainability. Operational Excellence
- Uses data and technology to improve efficiency and service. Customer Focus
- Delivers responsive, high-quality public service. Innovation
- Implements modern solid waste practices and technologies. Collaboration
- Builds effective relationships across departments and agencies. Political Acumen
- Communicates effectively with executive leadership and elected officials. Accountability
- Accepts responsibility for results and organizational performance.
Knowledge of Job:
Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the Public Works and Engineering Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Solid Waste Manager. Has thorough knowledge of the organization of the Department and of related departments and agencies. Has considerable knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of the City and other governmental agencies. Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Has comprehensive knowledge in the areas of solid waste management operations, vehicle and equipment maintenance, recycling program administration, etc., as applied to municipal public works projects and programs. Has thorough knowledge of related equipment, tools and materials. Has comprehensive knowledge of all applicable codes and regulations. Has the ability to plan and develop daily, short- and long-term goals related to City purposes.
Quality of Work:
Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high-quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts.Quantity of Work:
Performs described Essential Functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively to produce a quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.Dependability:
Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work. Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.Attendance:
Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.Initiative and Enthusiasm:
Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished, and initiates proper and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.Judgment:
Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies issues or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches issues, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.Cooperation:
Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with established policies or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally.
Others:
Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and co-workers for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships inter- and intra-departmentally, and with external entities with whom the position interacts.