Sanitation Superintendent

Job Title

This is specialized technical and supervisory work in the City's Sanitation Division. The employee is responsible for supporting the Assistant Director and Director in directing and supervising operations such as scheduling and supervising technical labor, administrative and clerical staff to ensure the enhanced scope of work is carried out in an efficient and effective manner.

Illustrative Examples Of Essential Duties

Oversees planning, training, directing and evaluating the work of subordinates assigned to the areas identified. Assists in developing and is responsible for the execution of the Division's operations schedule. Assures good customer relations with the public through delivery of service, resolution of complaints, and prompt handling of special requests. Coordinates assignments with other departments to correct issues that are identified throughout the City. Conducts field inspections and reviews reports of activities to determine present effectiveness and efficiency of operation using best management practices to develop more effective and efficient procedures and programs. Assists in administering the provisions of Federal, State and local laws, rules, procedures, guidelines and applicable collective bargaining agreements in matters of performance management, coaching, development and disciplinary action. Assists in planning and recommending the purchase of new equipment; insures adherence to the preventive maintenance and safety programs and keeps informed of the latest developments in waste collection technology. Investigates work related accidents and submits injury reports, confers with the City's Safety Officer to promote a safe working environment. Assists in Division's budget preparations and monitoring process. Attends meetings with community action, business groups and special events coordinators. Confers with governmental agency representatives and contractors on related matters. Assists in the preparation of verbal and written reports on departmental operations.

Minimum Requirements

Five (5) years experience in general verifiable, progressively responsible municipal sanitation and/or maintenance operation, including three (3) years experience in a supervisory capacity. Associate degree or higher preferred. Strong customer service background. Proven track record of progressive supervisory positions with the ability to be flexible and innovative.

Physical Requirements: Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to, word processors, calculator, copier and fax machine. No significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying bending, kneeling, some crawling, reaching, handling, sitting, pushing and pulling. For all positions: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, coworkers, the press the general public and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, political affiliation, gender identity or sexual orientation. Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of all city ethics and conflicts of interest policies. Strong understanding of ethical behavior is required. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance. Performs related work as required. Reports to work as directed during an emergency as an essential employee of the City of Miami Beach. For all technical, professional, supervisory and managerial positions: Ability to develop innovative and creative solutions to issues consistent with the City's strategic plan. Applicants must detail any related work experience on the application or risk disqualification. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their NEOGOV profile with work experience, education, certifications and personal contact information when submitting each application, failure to do so will result in ineligibility. City of Miami Beach employees must reflect their current position and detail their work experience on the application to avoid being disqualified. Veterans Preference: Veterans Preference is awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07. If veteran's preference is being claimed, it must be indicated on the application form and proper documentation, including all forms DD-214 (either Member 2 or Member 4), as well as the final Department of Defense Disability Letter (dated within one year) must be submitted with the application.

Benefits

Benefits are available to FULL-TIME employees only. The City of Miami Beach offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 12 vacation, 12 sick days, 15 paid holidays (11 holidays and 4 floating holidays); partially sponsored by the City group medical (including visual) and dental insurance, life insurance. Excellent retirement plan: pre-tax employee contribution added to the City's contribution; 5 year "cliff vesting." Voluntary Benefits (fully paid by the employee, but payroll deductible): flexible spending account; 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, and Roth IRA; universal and critical life insurance, disability insurance, long-term care, and lump sum cancer policy. Also, U.S. Legal Services, tuition assistance, pre-tax payroll contributions, continuation of medical and dental coverage up to 18 months upon termination (COBRA). For a more detailed overview of the benefit package, please visit Benefits section at