SOLID WASTE SUPERINTENDENT

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 1M

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Solid Waste Management.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassifications as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

NOTE:  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUST attach your transcript(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.  Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Under general supervision, plans, directs, and controls County-wide solid waste management and recycling activities and programs and/or street sweeping and roll-off operations.
 

• Prepares, assigns, and reviews work of Solid Waste Supervisors, Crew Chiefs, and others engaged in solid waste and recycling collection, street sweeping, and roll-off activities.
   
• Coordinates solid waste management activities of the bureau.
   
• Oversees and monitors refuse and recycling collection performed by private haulers.
   
• Audits private collection routes to assure compliance with contract provisions.
   
• Reviews and modifies refuse collection and curbside recycling collection routes.
   
• Computes compensation due private contractors.
   
• Oversees and monitors street sweeping and roll-off operations performed by the County.
   
• Reviews and modifies street sweeping routes.
   
• Receives, investigates and resolves complaints from the public.
   
• Serves as a liaison between the bureau, refuse collectors, and the public.
   
• Represents the bureau at neighborhood association meetings.
   
• Develops, implements, and modifies solid waste management procedures and methods.
   
• Reassigns staff and amends work schedules to assure adequate coverage.
   
• Keeps records and prepares and compiles reports of work activities

• Analyzes program productivity and efficiency.

Examples of Other Duties
Works during storm and other emergencies. Performs other related duties as required.
 
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent 
plus
seven years' experience in solid waste management, three years of which were in a supervisory capacity.

Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Additional education may be substituted on a year for year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required experience.

Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
 
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
 
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered.
 
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)
 
 Mail or deliver documents to:
 ATTN: Solid Waste Superintendent
 Office of Human Resources
 Baltimore County Government
 308 Allegheny Ave.
 Towson, MD 21204
 
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.  Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment:

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification includes the operation of a motor vehicle and travel throughout the County. Some work may require exposure to adverse weather conditions.
 
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Salary : $71,975 - $78,646