Landfill Manager

KEY FUNCTIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Responsible for the daily and long-range supervision of plans coordinated through the Public Works Director. Ensures compliance with current budget and with state and federal mandates.
• Maintains monthly financial records and assists with annual budget and Capital Improvement and Equipment Replacement Plans.
• Assures Landfill operations are completed in accordance with the approved budgets, plans, and permits.
• Investigates complaints, notices and inquiries in cooperation with other City/State officials.
• Responsible for cash and other payments paid at the Landfill being deposited with the City Finance Office.
• Assures staff is properly trained to ensure daily operations comply with permits and City and state policies and procedures.
• Operates equipment/vehicles safely and for intended purpose, oversees preventative and routine maintenance on all equipment, and provides training on equipment use and daily operations to employees as needed.
• Oversees refuse being received; ensures proper handling by employees, supervises and monitors all required testing, and obtains required disposal authorizations for special wastes as necessary.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Outlook Email, MS Office or similar software skills. Knowledge of modern office procedures, smart phones, computer programs and equipment with the ability to operate a computer and other related office equipment.
• Must be able to assist with and manage the departmental budget, capital improvement projects and equipment replacement plans.
• Performs related tasks as necessary.

Education and Experience

Familiarity with TCEQ regulations governing Municipal Solid Waste

Three (3) years minimum of experience in a supervisory capacity

Five (5) years minimum of direct solid waste experience.

Five (5) years minimum of heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience.

Special Certifications and License

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

MSW-A License.

Independence and Judgement

Skillful judgment with out-of-the ordinary situations or issues; may make decisions for subordinates.

Initiative and Ingenuity

Greater level of knowledge when applying guidelines and interpretation of available options to non-standard situations; division goals drive priorities.

Supervisory and Responsibility

Regularly assigns and monitors the work for three or more employees; has knowledge of long-term plans and goals for the department.

Financial Responsibility

Calculates amounts due, using some judgment; receives and processes larger amounts (several thousand dollars on one day not uncommon); balances receipts and cash from one or more other employees; monitors budget; brings problems to attention of supervisor; has substantive input into overall organizational budget.

Level and Frequency of Outside Contacts

Direct contact may be infrequent but may require considerable tact and courtesy when it does occur; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.

Physical Demands

Occasional light physical effort. Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 25 pounds of force.

Responsibility for Equipment and Property

Responsible for high-risk or valuable items, such as big, expensive equipment, including light and heavy machinery, plant equipment, multiple computers and computer networks, etc.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to outdoor elements; job often (several times per week) exposes person to physical danger; serious space problems; frequent situations that cause stress and tension in the execution of regular duties.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

The City of Brownsville participates in a generous retirement plan with the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS). Retirement opportunities are available at 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age. The City has an exceptional employee and family medical, dental and life insurance plan. Employees may also contribute to deferred compensation plans from 457 Equitable and supplemental insurance plans from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full time employees have the opportunity to accumulate 10 sick days and 10 annual days per year. Additionally, the City of Brownsville observes 12 holidays annually and two (2) floating holidays.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.