Division Manager

This is professional and administrative work directing all aspects of Solid Waste including Recycling, Household Waste, Household Trash in the Public Works Department. With total control over all activities, this person will manage, direct, supervise, and coordinate the operations of collection of refuse and recycling. Responsible for planning and evaluating policies and procedures; ensures the department and its operation comply with all local, state and federal requirements. Plans, directs, and evaluates capital improvements and maintenance plans; administers contracts for the design and implementation of improvements related to the Public Works Department-Solid Waste; responsible for monitoring, recording, documenting and reporting information as required; responsible for implementing departmental budgets and fee schedules for public works services.

This position is accountable for all monetary, fiscal, budgetary, safety, and legal issues related to the Department of Public Works-Solid Waste.

Major Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Possesses considerable knowledge of the principles and operation of public works concepts and practices in particular refuse and recycling along with routing and collections experience.
• Considerable knowledge of the local, state, and federal laws regarding the operation of public works departments in particular refuse and recycling.
• Knowledge of general function and operations of municipal government.
• Ability to communicate effectively, either orally or in writing, to make major decisions and presentations to other groups or assemblies.
• Ability to instruct subordinates in the proper office and field work methods and to review their work.
• Possesses education and experience related to the areas of public works operations in particular refuse and recycling
• Performs other related duties as they may arise in the scope of the public works area.

Job Context:

The Division-Solid Waste of Public Works is a full-time position. The person in this position is supervised less than weekly and supervises approximately 15-20 full-time employees. The person works regular hours year round with afterhours required frequently. The person in this position is always on call. 70% of this position is completed outdoors. The position has accountability for the monetary, fiscal, budgetary, safety, and legal issues related to the work for which this position is responsible.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The person in this position should have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field and a minimum of 3 years directly related experience or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Three years of previous managerial experience is recommended to perform the duties of this position. The stress level of this position is very high.

Highly Competitive Benefits:

• 10 paid holidays per year
• Roughly 5 weeks of paid leave per year
• Student loan forgiveness program
• Paid part-time college tuition for eligible employees and eligible dependents
• Free health care coverage for employee, discounted rates for dependents
• Free health care services for employee and eligible dependents
• Lifelong State of Mississippi retirement

Application Instructions:

Please visit our website at www.hattiesburgms.com to apply. While on our website, click "EMPLOYMENT" near the top of the screen to access current job listings.

Applicants must complete a City of Hattiesburg Job Application; provide resume, any applicable certifications, degrees, and other related documentation. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person