Solid Waste Supervisor - Department of Public Works
Core
Oversees solid waste collection and maintenance operations for an assigned borough, city-wide special services, or municipal landfill/transfer station.
Role type
Solid Waste Supervisor
Builds
Municipal waste collection routes, landfill/transfer station operations, and special services maintenance
Domain
Public Works / Municipal Services
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Supervisory ability, performance evaluation, hiring/firing/discipline, route planning, safety compliance, ordinance interpretation, report writing, map reading, basic arithmetic, public communication, crisis response
Preferred skills
Boat safety training (NASBLA course)
Technologies
Personal computer (basic level)
Responsibilities
Supervise solid waste workers, drivers, and heavy equipment operators; evaluate staff performance; recommend hiring, firing, and promotions; ensure compliance with sanitation and public health regulations; compose reports and memos; respond to emergencies and crisis situations.
Seniority
Mid-level supervisor