Solid Waste Supervisor

Salary: $62,516 - $92,913 (negotiable based on experience).

About the role

To enhance the quality of life of City of Enid residents through the coordination of the efficient removal, recycle and disposal of residential and commercial waste refuse by providing appropriate motivation and oversight, training, tools and equipment to collection employees. Additionally, to lower repair costs and ensure reliable operation of collection vehicles and other equipment through the development, coordination, and implementation of a preventive maintenance program.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Solid Waste Department operations to ensure that they remain safe, secure, and well maintained.
• Develop short-term and long-term goals, deadlines, and processes for timely and efficient waste collection and equipment maintenance operations.
• Analyze internal processes and recommend and implement procedural or policy changes to improve operations, such as updating equipment.
• Plan, administer, and control budgets for equipment and supplies, including bid work.
• Prepare and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Prepare, compile, and submit reports on work activities, operations, production, and work-related accidents.
• Oversee projects to improve efficiency and ensure facilities and equipment meet environmental, health, and security standards, complying with government regulations.
• Supervise, assign, and review work schedules of crew. Coordinate adequate cross-training of employees, including safety policies and procedures.
• Recommend or implement personnel actions such as employee selection, evaluation, or disciplinary actions.
• Keep abreast of new developments in Solid Waste practices and equipment.
• Investigate and reconcile citizen complaints.
• Provide assistance to other departments as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Performance Expectations

• The Solid Waste department runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Waste is collected in a timely and efficient manner and disposed of pursuant to EPA regulations.
• Low incidence of citizen complaints.
• Procedures and processes are well maintained, documented, and recorded.
• Policies and procedures in City of Enid personnel manual and safety manual are understood and followed.
• Effective supervisory skills are demonstrated.
• Employees are well trained and have appropriate equipment to perform at capacity.
• Solid Waste equipment and vehicles are clean, well maintained, and a replacement schedule is in place and periodically updated.
• Vehicle and equipment repair costs are kept at a minimum.
• Assistance and support are provided to other departments as needed.
• Effective working relations exist with the public and City personnel.
• City management is appropriately informed, and the City’s professional reputation is maintained.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree (A.A.) or equivalent two-year college or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of a valid Oklahoma driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Compliance with City of Enid’s substance abuse policy, including random drug and alcohol testing.

Qualifications

Knowledge

• Administration and Management: Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Computer: Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record-keeping, routine database activity (e.g., development of spreadsheets, formulas, record tracking applications), word processing, and graphics.

Skills & Abilities

• Work independently.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Accurate and attentive to detail.
• Excellent communications and public relations abilities.
• Basic typing and computer application skills.
• Ability to assist and support others.
• Able to operate telephone, PC, and copier.