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Make a diﬀerence in the community you live in! As a Community Builder—an employee with the City of Gainesville— you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

Department:

GG_Public Works: Refuse Collection

Salary Range Minimum:

$67,200.00

Salary Range Maximum:

$105,903.00

Closing Date:

11/12/2024

Job Details:

Responsible for managing, planning and providing leadership for the Solid Waste Program, Zero Waste Initiative, Recycling Program, Yard Waste Program and Commercial Waste Program, Development Review (as relates to solid waste management) and Strategic Planning for the solid waste program and the Zero Waste Initiative projects (including planning, development, implementation and analysis).The Sustainability Manager creates strategies to make the workplace greener and is also responsible for communicating and marketing sustainability campaigns to internal and external stakeholders. Will working closely with internal staff, Communications and Marketing, and vendors to educate and inform on the sustainable changes to be implemented and how they will impact the environment and workplace. This position will be responsible for being the environmental steward for the City's Solid Waste Program and related initiatives.The Sustainability Manager reports to an assigned supervisor. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its emphasis on Solid Waste/Recycling Programs and Zero Waste Initiative and from lower classes by its departmental, managerial responsibility.

Job Description:

SUMMARY

The Sustainability Manager creates strategies to make the workplace greener and is also responsible for communicating and marketing sustainability campaigns to internal and external stakeholders. Will working closely with internal staff, Communications and Marketing, and vendors to educate and inform on the sustainable changes to be implemented and how they will impact the environment and workplace. This position will be responsible for being the environmental steward for the City’s Solid Waste Program and related initiatives.

The Sustainability Manager reports to an assigned supervisor. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its emphasis on Solid Waste/Recycling Programs and Zero Waste Initiative and from lower classes by its departmental, managerial responsibility.

EXAMPLES OF WORK*

*This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job. Performance of lower level duties may be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Manage solid waste programs and initiatives.

Designs and implements programs to encourage zero waste, recycling and waste reduction and reuse in conformance with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan and local, state and federal laws.

Ensures effective coordination and communication with other City Departments, neighborhood associations, the general public, media, consultants, public agencies and/or private sector representatives.

Develops and implements short and long range strategies, objectives, procedures and priorities; determines appropriate service and staffing levels; allocates resources accordingly.

Plans, manages and develops the departmental budget. Monitors expenditures and revenues within the Solid Waste Enterprise Fund.

Develops and negotiates contracts between the City, consultants, engineers, architects, contractors and other agencies in planning and implementing improvements, services, partnerships and/or new projects.

Assists in formulating policies and procedures and implements decisions and determinations as directed by the Public Works Director.

Ensures services provided by the department are citizen centric, productive, effective and high quality.

Recommends selection, promotion, discharge and other appropriate personnel actions.

Provides public information on solid waste programs and projects, recycling programs, zero waste initiatives and other relevant issues through written reports, press releases and social media.

Participates in administering labor agreements.

Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

May act in absence of supervisor.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Below are the required education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in public administration, planning, economics, environmental studies, or related subject, and five years of experience in solid waste, including two years of experience in a supervisory capacity; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES

Licenses

Valid Florida Driver License required.

Certification as a Recycling Coordinator by the State of Florida is desired.

Certifications

None.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of Zero Waste Initiatives and the ability to plan and implement zero waste projects and campaigns.

Ability to develop partnerships, leverage funding and develop ad-hoc consortiums to further zero waste initiatives, research and implementation.

Thorough knowledge of all Federal, State and Local regulatory requirements applicable to solid waste and recycling including yard trash programs.

Knowledge of bulk buying programs and green vendor initiatives to further zero waste initiatives.

Ability to develop and build consensus around a zero waste program for use internally in the organization.

Knowledge of safety policies and standards related to equipment and operation of a solid waste system.

Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of effective administration and supervision.

Thorough knowledge of contract management and cost analysis, specifically in the area of the privatization of solid waste collection and recycling programs.

Knowledge of governmental budget procedures.

Ability to plan, organize and direct activities in the areas of responsibility and anticipate their impact on city government and the general public.

Ability to plan, assign, delegate and review work of administrative and supervisory personnel.

Ability to develop long-term plans and programs and to evaluate work accomplishments.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to work effectively with elected officials, charter officers, department heads, representatives of other agencies, other city employees and the general public.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work related environmental conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Will be required to attend meetings outside of regular business hours.

Note:

May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville oﬀers a competitive beneﬁts package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

All ‘regular’ employees are eligible for traditional beneﬁts such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also oﬀer great things like on-site ﬁtness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staﬀ and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD/TTY at 352-334-2292.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or by calling 352-334-5077.