Environmental & Solid Waste Services Director, (B252510-2), 218, Solid Waste/Administration

Directly oversee the operation of the Solid Waste Services Department.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Plans, directs, coordinates and monitors the administration of department; plans, schedules and assigns work; instructs and trains employees in proper methods and procedures; checks and approves work in progress and upon completion; makes recommendations regarding employee job performance and conducts performance evaluations; makes hiring recommendations and final decisions on hiring; recommends and makes final decision salary adjustments; ensures the smooth day-to day operations of the department.
• Provides proper guidance required for adequate delivery of service through Sanitation, Landfill, Recycling, Hazardous Materials, and Administration divisions of the Solid Waste Services Department.
• Develops, plans, and implements the Solid Waste Services Department's goals and objectives, in support of the Comprehensive Plan and Solid Waste Master plan; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
• Administers and oversees the department's budget including expenditures, revenue, bond funds, and accounting necessary for enterprise fund. Monitor expenditures and forecast future budget needs.
• Directs, oversees, and participates in the development of department work plan, goals and objectives; assign work activities, monitor workflow & progress; review and evaluate work products.
• Supervises the Solid Waste Services Department’s operations and manage a staff of approximately 200 employees.
• Provides assistance to City Manager and City Council; prepares and presents reports, updates, etc. regarding solid waste services activities.
• Provides direction and leadership to the environmental and solid waste staff towards fulfilling department mission.
• Fulfills engineering project management for the City’s two Landfills, a long-term civil engineering project, including the design, development and construction of all facilities on-site such as perimeter screening berms, on-site roadways, utilities and stormwater control, fences, etc.
• Negotiates the scope and contract requirements for all projects utilizing outside consulting engineers for drainage, environmental, landfill, and planning projects.
• Oversees the landfill development, operation, performance of mandated controls, and permit(s) compliance; assures the timely preparation of recurring reports, e.g., reports to regulatory agencies, payment of mandated fees, and contract administration; assists with managerial studies, e.g., study of new regulations and outlining proposed compliance plans, study and report of new procedures and equipment; implementation of control procedures including personnel training.
• Represents the department to the community and its citizens.
• Responds to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Assures regulatory compliance with state (Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, TCEQ) and Federal agencies (Environmental Protection Agency, EPA). 
• Monitors all media including storm water, ground water, leachate, landfill gas, and air quality to assure that no releases occur and to maintain compliance with all landfill permits.
• Monitors all programs and requirements of the City’s TPDES MS4 Storm water permit.
• Evaluates new and solid waste management options, concepts and ideas and evaluate for applicability to the City; implement operational or technological changes, as necessary, to insure long-term disposal capacity for the citizens of Laredo.
• Develops staff to understand work-related responsibilities to improve service, performance and assist in their professional development. 
• Oversees the development of written departmental policies and procedures, business practices, SOP’s and review City policies with leadership team and staff.
• Ensures that all Citizen’s Environmental Committee meetings are properly organized and scheduled.
• Attends and conducts staff meetings to maintain influence and awareness of department activities.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge in U.S. Environmental Law such as CWA, RCRA, SUPERFUND, OSHA, CERCLA, CAA, DOT, etc. 
• Knowledge in TCEQ Solid Waste regulations. 
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work Environment Locations
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
 
 Seldom

• Confined space

 Sometimes

• Street environment (near moving traffic)

 Frequently

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Outdoor environment
• Construction site
• Warehouse environment

  Often

• Vehicles

Exposures 
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Seldom

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

Sometimes

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel 
Position will require the employee to travel

Seldom

• International travel

Sometimes

• Local travel
• Regional travel
• National travel

Often

• Local travel

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited* college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field. 
• At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in solid waste management, environmental services, or public works, including a minimum of three (3) years in a senior leadership role (e.g., Manager, Assistant Director, or similar).

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree from an accredited* college or university in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or a closely related field is preferred.
• At least five (5) years of experience leading a solid waste management division or comprehensive environmental services program. Experience managing complex budgets, contracts, and regulatory compliance within a municipal environment.

*Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.)Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment

Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and/or license(s) within the specified period of time indicated below from time of hire:

• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) B License must be obtained within 36 months of employment, however shall seek to obtain a provisional license.
• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Municipal Solid Waste Operator License Class A must be obtained within 60 months of employment, however shall seek to obtain a provisional license.

Desired Licenses or Certifications

• Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) from the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) preferred
• Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) License preferred
• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) preferred
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred
• Certified Floodplain Manager preferred

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
 

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
 
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
 
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.          

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

Salary : $133,598 - $173,680