Assistant Solid Waste Manager

Class Summary

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Assigned to: Solid Waste

Join the City of Casper as an Assistant Solid Waste Manager and play a key leadership role in delivering essential services that directly impact our community. In this dynamic position, no two days are the same. You may assist with resolving customer concerns, analyze data for annual regulatory reports, coordinate capital projects with engineering and operations teams, or review daily revenue and operational reports. This role offers the opportunity to lead a high performing team of supervisors, drive innovation in service delivery, and contribute to efficient, compliant, and forward thinking solid waste operations. If you are motivated by public service, operational excellence, and making a lasting community impact, this is an opportunity to lead with purpose.

Incumbent is responsible for proactively leading and managing the activities and operations relating to the Solid Waste Division.

REPORTING STRUCTURE:

Receives general guidance from the Solid Waste manager and higher\-level management staff.

Typical Class Essential Duties

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1\. Exercises direct supervisory authority over assigned division to include authorizes time\-off; approves payroll and hiring; coordinates staffing and operational activities; ensures that training and development is provided to staff; provides consistent accountability with disciplinary actions (as warranted), in addition to maintaining a healthy and safe work environment.

2\. Assists in the management, prioritizing, and assignment of activities for the assigned Solid Waste operations, services, and activities; provides administrative support to the Solid Waste Manager, prepares and presents operational plans and other necessary correspondence.

3\. Manages the activities for the assigned operations of the Solid Waste Division; identifies resource needs; recommends and implements policies and procedures; sets objectives and procedures for workgroups within the division.

4\. Provides strategic direction and leadership for assigned areas by setting clear priorities, aligning operational goals with departmental and organizational objectives, and ensuring consistent progress toward performance outcomes.

5\. Oversees and evaluates the operation and maintenance programs at the Solid Waste Facility and ensures the proper use and maintenance of said systems.

6\. Assists with budget preparation and administration; prepares recommendations and cost estimates and justifications for budget items; submits and approves invoices for payment, and monitors expenses to align with the budget allocated utilizing the City’s central financial software system.

7\. Assists in developing, planning, and implementing goals, and objectives for the assigned Solid Waste operations; ensures that operations are compliant with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.

8\. Assists with monitoring plant operations, reviews, and assesses operational logs, records, and reports; inspects plant facilities and operations on a regular basis.

9\. Prepares and reviews operational, regulatory, and financial reports; prepares, evaluates, and implements emergency response plans for the facility.

10\. Keeps current on latest trends and innovations in solid waste operations, as well as environmental compliance with solid, stormwater and air permits.

11\. Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.

12\. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge (position requirements at entry):

Knowledge of:

• Emergency disaster response principles and practices.
• Heavy equipment and solid waste facility maintenance.
• Current trends and innovations in solid waste management.
• Applicable federal, state, local and city government codes, rules, and regulations relating to the various aspects of a solid waste management program.
• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a solid waste management program.
• Basic procedures, methods, and techniques of solid waste management program.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal and objective development, work planning, and employee supervision.
• Basic principles of municipal budget preparation and control.
• Principles of supervision, mentoring, training, and evaluating the work of others.
• Recordkeeping principles.
• Mathematical concepts and application.
• Data collection techniques.
• Modern office equipment, software, and operating systems/applications.

Abilities (position requirements at entry):

Ability to:

• Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values.
• Follow all City safety rules and procedures and immediately respond to/investigate observations or employee reports of accidents/incidents or unsafe conditions.
• Apply federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to solid and hazardous waste management.
• Plan and manage compliance with reports, analysis and regulations relating to solid waste management.
• Assess and prioritize situations under work pressure, exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
• Set work priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and recommend solutions in support of goals.
• Present accurate and reliable reports which contain findings, set direction, and offer recommendations to achieve desired goals and end results.
• Interpret and explain city policies and procedures.
• Learn the local geography.
• Apply and convey technical expertise.
• Comply with municipal budgeting practices.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Select, supervise, mentor, train, and develop staff.
• Provide effective leadership and direction.
• Coordinate the work of personnel.
• Operate modern office equipment, software, and operating systems/applications.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and directions.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Skills (position requirements at entry):

Skilled in:

• Plan and manage compliance with reports, analysis and regulations relating to solid waste management.
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Basic principles of budgeting.
• Allocating limited resources in a cost\-effective manner.
• Providing customer service.
• Technical writing.
• Mentoring employees.
• Delegating and prioritizing work.
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures.
• Public speaking.
• Preparing reports.
• Project management.
• Maintaining confidentiality.
• Time management.
• Conflict resolution.
• Compiling, analyzing, organizing, and evaluating data and making appropriate recommendations based on findings.
• Operating in a courteous, knowledgeable, and tactful manner with customers, staff, and the general public.
• Oral and written communication, sufficient to exchange or convey effective information and to receive work direction.
• Operating modern office equipment, including computer software, and operating systems/applications.

Training, Experience \& Certifications

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EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) required.
• Minimum of two (2\) years of increasingly responsible experience in the operations of solid waste facilities including collection, processing, transportation, disposal, or engineering design.
• Minimum of two (2\) years of experience working as a supervisor or solid waste project manager.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, environmental science, business administration, or a field closely related to Solid Waste Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed below.

LICENSING and CERTIFICATION

• Possession of a valid Wyoming Driver’s License preferred.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, all Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) certifications preferred.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within six (6\) months, Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality Manager and Operator of Landfill Operations Certifications.

Supplemental Information \& Physical Requirements

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The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employment with the City of Casper is contingent upon a successful background screen and pre\-employment drug test. Applicants who have failed a pre\-employment screen or have been terminated from the City of Casper are ineligible for employment consideration for 12 months. You will become eligible for consideration 12 months from the date of your incident (pre\-employment screen or termination).

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must utilize direct deposit for payroll purposes.

Driving records are required for all new employees regardless of the position's driving requirements. If the employee has not held a Wyoming driver's license for the last three years, the employee must provide at their own initiation and expense a driving record from their previous state(s) of residence.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

City of Casper employees in data creation and modification, security sensitive or safety and protective positions are subject to pre\-employment drug testing. Some employees may be subject to random drug testing if their responsibilities include:

• Emergency response/rescue
• Handling or working with hazardous materials, including chemicals as well as solid and liquid waste
• Operating or maintaining water and wastewater systems
• Writing or modifying code, maintaining or modifying City data systems including work on networks, servers, and communication systems
• CDL operations and driving
• Operating power\-driven machinery or equipment
• Creating or modifying health, financial, security and or risk documents or assessments
• Working with or directing minors

Positions in this class typically require stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Can include extended periods of sitting or lengthy periods of standing.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Incumbents typically work indoors in an office environment. Occasional fieldwork is expected in all weather conditions, and work in confined spaces or at heights may be necessary. Incumbents will be exposed to fumes, loud machinery noise, harmful chemicals, wet conditions, and electrical hazards. Work may require the use of personal protective equipment including hard hats, eye protection, hearing protectors, gloves, safety vests, and safety shoes. Incumbents may be required to drive to remote work sites to perform work. The position requires frequent standing and walking, as well as sitting, typing, and customer contact, both by telephone and in person.

Working at the City of Casper

The City of Casper offers a variety of benefits to qualifying full\-time employees. For more information on any of our benefits, please call Human Resources at (307\) 235\-8344\.

For full\-time positions:

Benefit Programs: Look at these amazing benefits:

• State of Wyoming \- CIGNA Health
• Delta Dental
• VSP Vision
• Medical Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending
• MASA Supplementary Ambulance Care
• Voya Supplementary Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness Plans
• Short\-term and Long\-term Disability Options
• Life Insurance
• 457/IRA Retirement Options
• Employees Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Free Counseling Services
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Shield/ID Shield
• Eleven (11\) Paid Holidays Annually
• Wyoming Retirement System \- Retirement Income for life. Employer match exceeds employee contribution.

+ Public Employee Pension Plan:

• Employer 9\.37% Employee 9\.25%

+ Law Enforcement Pension Plan

• Employer 16\.30% Employee 4\.5%

+ Paid Fire B Pension Plan

• Employer 17\.80% Employee 9\.45%

Paid Time Off (PTO):The City of Casper (City) recognizes that a period of leisure, or recreation, away from the job is beneficial. A new full\-time employee will receive an advance of 80 PTO hours on their start date. Each general and sworn Police Officer full\-time employee’s PTO accrual is limited to a total of 720 hours. * Accruals

+ General Employees \- 7\.69 bi\-weekly hourly accrual (through year 4, then increases incrementally)

+ Sworn Police Employees \- 9\.23 bi\-weekly hourly accrual (through year 4, then increases incrementally)

*Sworn Fire Employees: Vacation and disability accruals are listed in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.*

Fitness incentive time off program:Opportunity to earn additional paid time off by participating in the Police Department fitness testing program.

Tuition Reimbursement:Reimbursement % is based on grade level received. Includes books and some fees.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): The City of Casper may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

CredibleMind: Mental health and wellness resources at healthynatrona.crediblemind.com. This robust platform offers: Assessment Tools

• 21 different mental health assessments to help you understand your wellness needs

Extensive Resource Library

• Over 100 mental health and well\-being topics
• Articles, podcasts, insights, tips, facts, videos, apps, books, and current news
• Interactive Learning Lab with wellness series and practices
• Community resources and online courses

Employee Assistance Program: Free counseling available to employees and their immediate family members.

Ergonomic Assessments: Review of your workstation and recommendations made by our Risk Management team to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment.

Additional Benefits and Annual Fun Events:

Service Awards Luncheon \- To recognize and celebrate years of service, employees who reach a 5\-year milestone with the City are invited to an annual luncheon. This event includes catered food, awards, and great door prizes.

Annual Employee Golf Tournament\- Swing into Fun: Join us for our annual employee golf tournament. This event is typically in late Summer at our Municipal Golf Course and offers food and door prizes. Open to current employees, retirees, and family members.

Employee Holiday Breakfast– Indulge in a delicious hearty breakfast and enjoy the company of the great employees at the City of Casper. We invite all employees to kick off the holiday season with our Annual Holiday Breakfast.

Chili Skate Night– Lace up your skates! Get ready to glide and slide at our Employee Chili Skate Night at the Casper Ice Arena. Employees and their families are invited to join us for an evening of icy fun and delicious chili.

Wellness Programs – Drawings for cash prizes for participants. Free access to the Casper Recreation Center for qualifying employees.

Leadership and Employee Development*

• – We believe in nurturing talent, empowering individuals, and cultivating a culture of growth and success. Human Resources provides employee training and mentoring opportunities to foster leadership and employee development within our organization.