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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Recycling & Solid Waste Program Manager

California, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$11,968/mo - $14,330/mo

5+ years exp

NEOGOV is a company that provides a range of services and support to local governments. They are seeking a Recycling & Solid Waste Program Manager who will plan, organize, direct, and participate in solid waste management programs, while also representing the city in various committees and managing contracts for waste collection and recycling. The role requires strategic thinking, community engagement, and effective communication to enhance recycling initiatives and manage public education efforts.

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Responsibilities

Managing the City's exclusive franchise contract(s) for residential garbage, recycling and organic (i.e., yard and food scrap) waste collection/disposal, commercial garbage collection/disposal, and private-sector contracts for materials transfer and recovery, and long-term disposal

Administering contracts including developing requests for proposals, overseeing the bidding process, recommending selection of providers, preparing contracts, policy development, negotiation and administration of the contract, reviewing revenue and expenses pertaining to collection and processing agreements, monitoring performance and regulatory conformance, resolving customer service issues, monitoring service providers for compliance with contracted level of service, and other contractual obligations

Prepares and administers the Recycling & Solid Waste (RSW) Program budgets; manages budgets to ensure appropriate spending and recording of expenditures, including tracking the status of associated RSW Special Funds and RSW Program grants

Managing the RSW Program's recycling programs including planning, organizing, and implementing programs and projects designed to encourage business, citizen, and public participation in waste reduction, recycling, pollution prevention, and composting, and maximizing efficiency and material recovery

Managing the RSW Program's public education, marketing and outreach program for RSW Program functions, and preparing, coordinating, implementing, and participating in public events which support RSW Program service objectives

Establishing and maintaining relationships with the press and other media, and community groups, organizations, and agencies, for publicizing, sponsoring and promoting RSW Program programs and events

Representing the City at the Alameda County Waste Management Authority (ACWMA), including Alameda County Recycling Board and Authority Board meetings and reporting significant issues to the City Manager in a timely manner; participating in County Waste Management Authority Technical Advisory Committee meetings; preparing and making presentations to the ACWMA and Recycling Board as required

Conducting resident and business surveys related to the RSW Program

Preparing a variety of data analyses on waste stream quantities and overall program elements, including cost analyses of programs, in conjunction with ACWMA and State programs and mandates

Providing reports to State and Regional authorities on integrated solid waste program results

Participating in the development of solid waste, waste reduction, recycling, and pollution prevention policies, which comply with regulatory mandates

Analyzing proposed regional, state and federal legislation affecting solid waste management

Recommending revisions of existing programs to meet new/changing needs

Preparing reports and documents for City Council study sessions and meetings; making presentations to City Council, other boards and commissions, and public groups

Providing staff-support and/or representing the City with a variety of committees, commissions, community groups, and the general public

Receiving and responding to customer service requests concerning scope of program, technical information, and service delivery issues

Developing proposals to obtain county, state, and federal grants; implementing and administering grant programs

Planning, assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of professional and/or support staff; participating in the recruitment and selection of RSW Program staff

Facilitating communication, consensus building and resolving conflicts related to MSR Program projects and policy matters by conferring with, facilitating and conducting meetings with elected and appointed officials, other City departments, members of the public, and neighborhood organizations; participating in developing and conducting citizen involvement/public participation events to explain MSR Program policies, procedures, and proposed regulations and policies; and developing and conducting demonstration projects, workshops and other training events

Maintaining internal and external customer relations by using tact and diplomacy in all interactions with customers; establishing and maintaining positive and effective working relationships with co-workers and those contacted in the course of the work; and coordinating with departments and outside agencies

Maintaining attention to detail by prioritizing work and coordinating several activities simultaneously despite interruptions

Maintaining integrity of work by taking responsibility and accountability for completion of work and customer interactions and maintaining punctuality and attendance at work

Performing other work as assigned

Qualification

Municipal recycling managementSolid waste managementProgram managementEnvironmental studiesPublic administrationProject managementCommunity engagementGrant writingData analysisCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsStrategic thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in environmental studies, planning, project management, environmental engineering, public or business administration or a closely related field from an accredited college or university

five (5) years of progressively responsible professional level work in municipal recycling and solid waste management programs

Experience working with regulatory agencies

Possession of a valid California Driver's License and have a satisfactory driving record

Principles of effective program management in the municipal governance realm

Function and organization of Union City departments as well as the programs and services provided

English language mechanics, syntax, grammar and spelling

Recycling programs and technologies (including composting, materials transfer and recovery)

Solid waste programs (including source reduction) and technologies

Household hazardous waste programs and technologies

Pollution prevention programs and technologies

Develop and implement strategic plans, identify emerging trends, and modify plans accordingly

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with local, regional, national and online media entities to maximize access on behalf of the City

Advocate effectively on behalf of City interests at regional and State regulatory boards and commissions

Maintain effective working relationships with City franchised service providers, regional and State regulatory agencies, other cities, and other City departments

Work with the City's Communications and Marketing Manager in order to promote general and business community news, information and press releases

Communicate politically, culturally, and socially sensitive issues persuasively and tactfully; communicate effectively orally and in writing

Use interpersonal skills to initiate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, neighborhood and community groups, business leaders, city employees and others contacted in the course of municipal business

Preferred

Experience working with regulatory agencies is highly desired

Benefits

Retirement: CalPERS enrollment in either 2%@60 (Classic Employees) or the new 2%@62 (New Employees) formula is dependent on the individual’s eligibility. The City does not participate in Social Security therefore there are no Social Security tax deductions (except 1.45% Medicare).

Medical/Dental/Vision: The City provides the employee up to $2,200 per month toward medical, dental and vision premium.

Deferred Compensation Plan: The City contributes $100/mo. into a 401(a) tax-deferred plan on behalf of the employee. A 457b Deferred Comp Plan and a ROTH IRA are also available on a voluntary basis.

Leaves: Employees shall accrue 3.08 hours of vacation leave per pay period limited to two times their maximum annual accrual rate. The City will provide the employee with 70 hours of administrative leave annually (prorated based on hire date). Employees shall accrue 3.69 hours of sick leave per pay period without limit on accumulation.

Holidays: 12 holidays and 24 floating holiday hours.

Life Insurance: Premium is paid by the City. Life insurance and AD&D is equal to $100,000 coverage each. Additional voluntary supplemental life insurance is available.

Disability Insurance: Long-term and short-term disability insurance premium based on salary. Employee contribution required.