Solid Waste & Recycling Manager

The Solid Waste & Recycling (SW&R) Division within Washington County Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is searching for a Solid Waste & Recycling Manager. If you are a mission-driven leader with an equity mindset and passionate about making our community clean and sustainable through recycling and waste prevention, this is a great opportunity for you!
 
Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core values of Washington County Health and Human Services. Employees are expected to honor the life experiences of all individuals with whom they come into contact and recognize the impact of past injustices, microaggressions, and trauma.
 
To learn more about us, please use this link: Solid Waste & Recycling
 
About the Opportunity:
We are seeking an innovative and experienced leader to manage the Solid Waste & Recycling division. In this role, you will apply a visionary mindset backed by your leadership skills to manage and successfully operate the division. This division is responsible for managing and enforcing private-sector service providers for collection, storage, transfer, and disposal of solid waste in a franchised system, as well as enforcement of the County's nuisance and noise ordinances in the unincorporated area. You will also utilize your extensive knowledge and experience working with waste management and recycling processes, regulations, and best practices. Additionally, you will be an advocate for the Solid Waste & Recycling division, while also supporting the priorities and strategic initiatives of the larger HHS department as a member of the HHS leadership team.
 
Under the general supervision from the Assistant Director of HHS, this leadership role helps oversee the daily operations of the Solid Waste & Recycling division, which is comprised of 16 devoted staff members. This position oversees unincorporated Washington County's $42 million garbage and recycling system and prudently manages the division's consolidated operating budget of roughly $2.9 million.
 
In this position, it is essential to have the ability to proactively navigate complex issues in a highly political environment and lead others through changes.  Also, the ability to thrive both internally and externally while supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts is critical in this role. HHS vision for Washington County is a healthy, equitable, and supportive community!
 
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule including 2-3 days/week remote work.
 
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate for this position is a people-centric leader with exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. They are also passionate and dedicated to leading a trauma-informed organization with a strong racial equity lens. Additionally, they have:
 
The ability to:

• Learn quickly, collaborate with all stakeholders, and stay open to new ideas and feedback.
• Unify staff around a shared vision.
• Build collaborative relationships with people across all levels - direct service staff, supervisors, leadership, executive-level (County Administrative Office), elected officials (Board of Commissioners), and community partners.
• Think big picture while also having strong attention to detail.
• Identify problems and find creative solutions with people who may have differing perspectives.
• Empower staff and trust the subject matter experts.
• Communicate in a way that is transparent, proactive, and break down complicated information into easy-to-understand content.

Experience with:

• Applying knowledge of solid waste & recycling, or related environmental field and system management/regulations.
• Working in a fast pasted political environment, while also managing a highly technical and policy-driven program.
• Utilizing strong analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle operational challenges, optimize processes, and improve service efficiency.
• Leading, engaging, and empowering staff.
• Managing and balancing budgets.
• Navigating and supporting effective change management.

Why Washington County?
Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution. Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County’s services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident.

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Washington County organizes its positions into classifications and classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review this classification including full duties, please use this link: Solid Waste & Recycling Manager.

Education and Experience:
Must meet one of the following criteria to be considered.

• A Master’s Degree in environmental science, public administration, natural sciences, or a related field; AND Four (4) years of experience in solid waste management, recycling, or a related field, which includes at least two (2) years of lead or supervisory experience. OR
• A Bachelor's Degree in environmental science, public administration, natural sciences, or a related field; AND Six (6) years of experience in solid waste management, recycling, or a related field, which includes at least two (2) years of lead or supervisory experience.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Our commitment to you: 

Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 
Selection Process

1. Apply today! In lieu of a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law. 
2. MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes.
3. Subject Matter Expert Review: Your responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews).
4. Panel Interview(s): The top 6 – 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.

Veterans' Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
 
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
 
Status of Your Application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications in NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments.

Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment
Yeji Seo, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Yeji_Seo@washingtoncountyor.gov 

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