Executive Director / Recycling Coordinator

Job Summary

The Executive Director / Recycling Coordinator develops, recommends, and implements solid waste and recycling management programs, policies, budgets, and objectives; and acts as a liaison between county government, municipalities, and the general public. The Executive Director / Recycling Coordinator reports directly to the Solid Waste Authority Board.

Education / Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, business or related field with 2 years of experience in a comparable position or related field or a combination of education and experience.

· Valid drivers license with history of safe driving.

· Ability to interpret local, state, federal regulations governing municipal solid waste and recycling operations and the municipal authorities act.

· Leadership and supervisory experience.

Job Responsibilities

· Manage the daily operations of the Authority including the drop off recycling program.

· Administration of the financial affairs of the Authority including the handling of all funds, accounting and reporting procedures.

· Prepare annual operating plan and budget for approval by the Solid Waste Authority.

· Establish and maintain inter-municipal relationships with key municipal and public officials.

· Establish and implement systems of reporting activities and progress to local officials to ensure continued support.

· Develop proposals to various public and private funding sources to support solid waste and recycling projects.

· Prepare grant applications and implement grants.

· Administer various solid waste and recycling programs.

· Coordinate all bidding functions for purchases and contracts.

· Manage contracts and agreements of the Solid Waste Authority

· Prepare required reports in a timely manner.

· Maintain the records of the Solid Waste Authority as required by any law

· Monitor county waste disposal agreements with landfills.

· Manage annual hauler registration.

· Develop and maintain program material on various solid waste management and recycling programs for distribution to the public.

· Develop and provide/present education on solid waste and recycling programs to municipal officials, schools and the public.

· Provide technical support to local units of government in developing and implementing solid waste and recycling programs and projects.

· Provide analysis of proposed solid waste management and recycling proposals to determine feasibility and community applicability.

· Manage the Solid Waste Authorities benefits and insurances.

· Implement all policies and procedures adopted by the Solid Waste Authority Board.

· Make recommendations to the Solid Waste Authority board on staffing needs and requirements.

· Prepare and present financial reports and other information to the Solid Waste Authority board at the monthly board meeting.

· Supervisor Solid Waste Authority staff.

· All other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Solid Waste Authority Board of Directors

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

· Must be able to speak and understand the English language.

· Computer skills including Windows and Microsoft Office.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, including social media.

· Detail oriented and attentive to time sensitive tasks and reports.

· Ability to communicate and work effectively with governmental agencies, public officials and the general public.

· Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-20 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Job type

Full-time, occasional weekend day

Pay: Commensurate with experience

Benefits: retirement, health insurance and paid time off

Work location: Solid Waste Authority office

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000 - $40,000