What are the responsibilities and job description for the Streets Supervisor/Recycling Coordinator position at City of La Crosse?
Street Supervisor/Recycling Coordinator – Street Department: Grow your career with us! The City of La Crosse is seeking to hire a Street Supervisor/Recycling Coordinator in the Street Department. The Street Department is responsible for the maintenance and repair of streets, snow removal, and oversees the refuse and recycling program. The individual in this position will work with a dedicated team of employees whose actions improve the lives of the citizens of La Crosse daily. The purpose of this position is to manage the solid waste and recycling program for the city of La Crosse including administering the solid waste collection and recycling contracts. Prepares grants and grant reports and presents public education programs and materials for the recycling program. Will provide assistance to the Superintendent of Streets with daily department activities and direct department operations in the absence of the Superintendent of Streets. Starting salary for this exempt position ranges between $73,028.80 to $83,657.60 (80 hours bi-weekly), depending on candidate qualifications.
Minimum Requirements: Three years progressively responsible street and/or public works experience including maintenance, construction, street paving, and snow removal operations; and/or any combination of education and experience which provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities. Associate degree in environmental sciences or technical related field preferred. Three years of municipal solid waste and recycling experience in a management related position helpful. Supervisory experience preferred. Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required.
Benefits: The City of La Crosse offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical benefit plans, Wisconsin Retirement Plan, deferred compensation, Roth IRA, life insurance, accident insurance, income continuation insurance, voluntary dental and vision plans, paid holidays, vacations, and sick leave. Benefit perks: traditional or high deductible (with HSA) medical plan options available; participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System with 7.20% employer contribution; 10 paid holidays, ability to earn up to 12 sick days per year, and vacation time available as of date of hire.
Selected candidate is subject to background check and post-offer/pre-employment drug screen. Applications are accepted through November 5, 2026. To be considered, submit an employment application and resume by visiting https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacrossewi
The purpose of the position is to manages the solid waste and recycling program for the city of La Crosse including administering the solid waste collection and recycling contracts. Prepares grants and grant reports, and presents public education programs and materials for the recycling program. Will provide assistance to the Superintendent of Streets with daily department activities and direct department operations in the absence of the Superintendent of Streets. This work is performed under the direction of the Superintendent of Streets.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Administer refuse and recycling contracts, including collection, disposal, yard waste, brush chipping and assist in preparing or revising contracts and bid specifications.
Assist in preparing annual refuse and recycling operating and capital budgets.
Prepare reports and grant applications to the WI DNR on refuse and recycling.
Prepare and present public educational materials and programs related to refuse and recycling.
Maintain records and data related to refuse and recycling.
Review monthly contractor invoices and authorize payment.
Assist in enforcing City ordinances and codes related to refuse and recycling.
Respond to city resident's questions/complaints regarding refuse and recycling.
Assists in scheduling projects. Prepares work orders. Allocates personnel and equipment. Monitors work in progress and checks completed projects. Advises crews.
Checks utility openings for compliance with job requirements.
Takes personnel actions. Prepares job-related injury reports and investigates injuries. Participates in hiring department personnel. Approves vacation and other leave requests. Acts on employee problems. Provides orientation to new department employees.
Directs snow removal and ice control.
Receives and responds to inquiries, complaints and comments regarding department activities.
Directs department activities in the absence of the Superintendent.
Receives Highway Department related after hours calls and supervises staff called out for after hours.
Provides supervision for Highway Department staff and MSC staff on weekend and nights on an as needed basis.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary department information, and all personnel matters including medical information and collective bargaining matters.
Additional Tasks and Responsibilities
While to following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members or outside parties.
Dispatches department personnel to work sites.
Writes correspondence and sends information to residents in response to public inquiries, complaints and concerns.
Answers department telephones.
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Three years progressively responsible street and/or public works experience including maintenance, construction, street paving, and snow removal operations; and/or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities. Associate degree in environmental sciences or technical related field preferred. Three years municipal solid waste and recycling experience in a management related position helpful. Supervisory experience preferred. Valid Wisconsin motor vehicle operator's license required.
Physical and Mental Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication
Ability to analyze data and information using established criteria, in order to determine consequences and to identify and select alternatives. Ability to compare, count, differentiate, measure, copy, record and transcribe data and information. Ability to classify, compute, tabulate, and categorize data.
Ability to counsel, mediate and/or provide first line supervision. Ability to persuade, convince, and train others. Ability to advise and provide interpretation regarding the application of policies, procedures and standards to specific situations.
Ability to utilize a variety of advisory data and information such as requisitions, vouchers, refuse/recycling reports, grant applications/reports, activity reports, DNR codes, statues, ordinances, maps, directions, composting manuals, attendance reports, job applications, performance evaluations, time sheets, balance sheets, accident reports, personnel policies, union contracts, computer software operating manuals, technical operating manuals, procedures, guidelines and non-routine correspondence.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing with city residents, civic groups, DNR personnel, refuse and recycling haulers, contractors, department personnel, utility personnel, Finance department personnel, general public, job applicants and Inspection department personnel.
Mathematical Ability
Ability to calculate percentages, fractions, decimals, volumes, ratios, present values and spatial relationships. Ability to interpret basic descriptive statistical reports.
Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability
Ability to use functional reasoning and apply rational judgment in performing diversified work activating, including performing influence functions such as supervising, managing, leading, teaching and controlling.
Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory and/or judgmental criteria, as opposed to criteria which are clearly measurable.
Physical Requirements
Ability to operate, maneuver and/or steer equipment and machinery requiring simple but continuous adjustments, such as motor vehicle, computer terminal, calculator, tape measure, two-way radio base and telephone.
Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet and limbs in performing movements requiring moderate skill, such as typing and data entry.
Ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling.
Ability to recognize and identify similarities or differences between characteristics of colors, shapes and sounds, odors and textures associated with job-related objects, materials and tasks. Ability to sustain prolonged visual concentration.
Environmental Adaptability
Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors such as irate individuals may cause discomfort and poses a limited risk of injury.
The City of La Crosse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Salary : $73,029 - $83,658