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City Of Durango General and Operations Managers in Durango, Colorado
Solid Waste Manager
Duties: Manage solid waste services, including recycling and refuse handling. Select, motivate, and evaluate staff; provide training; address performance issues; and handle disciplinary actions. Lead division planning, goal setting, resource allocation, and budget management. Supervise staff work for accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with safety standards. Conduct field inspections to assess service needs, estimate resources, and prioritize tasks. Coordinate with contractors and utility agents for efficient route scheduling. Oversee and schedule sanitation and recycling pick-ups, including special events. Implement and refine processes, policies, and procedures. Support the Assistant Director of Public Works - Operations with staff assistance and project management. Collaborate with the Sustainability Manager to enhance waste reduction initiatives. Address public inquiries and complaints with professionalism and efficiency.
Requirements: Principles of employee selection, supervision, coaching, training, and performance evaluation. Thorough understanding of software utilized in work, including specialized databases and tracking/work management applications. Basic principles and practices of municipal budget: preparation and administration. Basic purchasing procedures for the acquisition of supplies. Ability to recognize occupational hazards in work activities and take safety precautions.
Other Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalency plus a minimum of one year of specialized or technical training relevant to the work performed. A Bachelor's degree in a related field of study is preferred. Five years of progressively responsible experience in public works programs, administration, and supervision. Or a combination of educational training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the position's duties and responsibilities. A valid Driver's License is required.
Wage: $82,999.00 - $124,498.00 Annually
Shift: This is a full-time position Monday through Friday, 6 am to 3:30 pm
Job Site: Durango
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. Ample personal time off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays. 401(a) retirement plan and optional deferred compensation plan. Basic life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Long-term disability coverage. Paid Family and Medical Leave (FMLA). Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Free access to the Durango Community Recreation Center and Chapman Hill Ice Rink & Ski Area. Holistic Employee Wellness Program, addressing physical, mental, financial, and professional well-being. Free transit pass and family member discounts. Reimbursement for job-related classes to foster continuous learning. Sixteen hours of volunteer time off per year to support local non-profit organizations.
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