Recycling Supervisor

The Recycling Supervisor oversees the recycling and hazardous waste functions of the Solid Waste Management Division and provides supervision to employees performing in those capacities. Pro-active in finding new recycling programs and alternatives to increase the County’s recycling rate. Prepares and presents presentations for outreach events.

The schedule for this full-time position is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, and is located at the Citrus County Landfill.

• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Supervises, plans, and coordinates work of assigned staff.   Reviews and evaluates employee performance and completes performance evaluations.  Counsels staff and initiates commendations or disciplinary action when appropriate.
• Oversees recycling and hazardous waste operations, including recycling-related activities in the Citizen Service Area.  Monitors contractor performance and ensures contractual compliance to facilitate accomplishment of the Division's goals in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Interacts with citizens regarding recycling and hazardous waste matters, answers questions, and resolves timely problems and issues.
• Prepares and conducts public outreach and educational programs to increase recycling.
• Oversees and participates in household hazardous waste programs and events.
• Ensures compliance with State requirements in the recycling and/or hazardous waste domains.
• Prepares and generates reports for the State of Florida.
• Monitors recycling and household hazardous waste budgets and recommends necessary adjustments.
• Develops and coordinates special programs for events such as Earth Day, America Recycles Day, etc.
• Maintains inventory of equipment assigned to the recycling and hazardous waste budgets.
• Compiles, calculates, and maintains countywide figures and statistics.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, or technical school, preferably supplemented with college level course work.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience or three (3) years of relevant municipal solid waste and/or landfill experience.
• Two (2) years of Recycling and/or Household Hazardous Waste experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Skills

• Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
• Must have or be able to obtain within sixty (60) days of employment, Forklift Operator certification.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Excellent customer service skills, communication skills and strong attention to detail required.
• Must have sufficient physical strength, agility, and stamina to perform assigned tasks under adverse conditions.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
• Must have strong working knowledge of computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of Products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
  • IS-200.b: ICS for Single Resources & Initial Action Incidents
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
  • IS-800.c: National Response Framework, an Introduction

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires a combination of sitting, standing, and walking.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, balancing, twisting and occasional squatting, kneeling, and reaching above shoulders.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve simple grasping, fine manual manipulation, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, pushing, pulling, typing, and working in darkness.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• The job may risk exposure to adverse weather, moving machinery, fumes and gases, electrical hazards, unprotected heights, and extreme noise.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Employee Benefits at a GlanceMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Employee Health & Wellness Center, Florida Retirement System (FRS), Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000, Long Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 11 Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave   Please visit the Benefits tab of this posting for additional information and a link to the Employee Benefits Highlights booklet.

Basis of Rating: Some positions may require a written and/or skills test. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess each individuals’ qualifications. Selected persons will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job.  The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application will be an important consideration in the screening process.

Must successfully pass an employment reference check, criminal background check, physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.  

Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. 

Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.

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