Resource Recovery Collections Superintendent

Resource Recovery Collections Superintendent City of Santa Monica Job Posting Aug. 25, 2026 Job Summary Plans, organizes, a nd coordinates the operation of the Resource Recovery a nd Recycling Collections Section. Supervises, schedules, a nd reviews the work a ctivities of staff engaged in solid waste operations, customer service, a nd the collection a nd recovery of landfill trash, organics, a nd recyclable materials. Representative Duties Selects, trains, supervises, a nd a ssigns work to supervisory, collections, a nd customer service staff engaged in integrated resource recovery a nd recycling collections a nd related operations. Establishes a nd a pproves work schedules, monitors workflow, a nd evaluates the work of staff. Plans, coordinates, a nd supervises integrated waste management collections to meet City-wide zero waste goals. Consults with the division manager a nd staff to determine a nd implement zero waste program goals a nd related policies a nd procedures. Develops, monitors, evaluates, a nd modifies collection routes a nd maps, maintenance schedules, a nd customer service processes to ensure effectiveness a nd efficiency of service. Ensures solid waste collection operations comply with a pplicable federal, state, a nd local laws a nd regulations. Enforces municipal solid waste ordinances a nd issues citations related to refuse code violations. A ssists in formulation, planning, a nd implementation of improvements to resource recovery a nd recycling collection s operations. Researches, gathers data, a nd collaborates with Fleet Maintenance to prepare equipment specifications for the purchase of resource recovery a nd recycling equipment. Develops strategies for equipment replacement that minimize maintenance costs a nd maximize productivity. Interacts with customers a nd City staff, performs on-site inspections, a nd conducts plan check reviews a nd a pprovals with a pplicable computer software for the trash enclosure component of the building permit process. Keeps a breast of emerging trends a nd innovative practices for solid waste collection a nd recycling operations. Responds to inquiries, complaints, a nd requests for information from various customers, including citizens, City staff, a nd the public. Resolves customer problems a nd complaints over the phone, in writing, a nd in person. Prepares a nd maintains a variety of records a nd reports. Makes presentations to public a nd community groups. May serve a s a representative for the Division a t meetings with other City divisions a nd community or neighborhood groups, a s a ssigned. Performs other related duties, a s a ssigned. Requirements Knowledge of: Principles a nd practices of supervision a nd training Principles, practices, a nd techniques of solid waste collection operations Disposal a nd collection vehicles a nd equipment Safety standards a nd safe work practices Dispatch operations Applicable federal, state, a nd local laws, regulations, a nd ordinances Principles a nd procedures of recordkeeping a nd reporting Ability to: Select, supervise, motivate, a nd train staff Organize a nd schedule the work of staff Analyze problems, make recommendations, a nd implement effective solutions Conduct research a nd a nalyze complex data a nd information Prepare, present, a nd maintain a ccurate records a nd reports Develop a nd implement work procedures a nd improved methods of service delivery Interpret a nd a pply policies, procedures, rules, a nd regulations Provide operational a nd safety training to a ssigned staff Ensure staff a re compliant with a ll safety regulations a nd procedures Communicate effectively, both orally a nd in writing Provide effective customer service Establish a nd maintain effective a nd cooperative working relationships with City employees a nd the public Work with persons from diverse social, cultural, a nd economic backgrounds a s well a s a variety of work styles, personalities, a nd a pproaches Skill in: Reading, writing, a nd communicating a t a n a ppropriate level Using a personal computer a nd a pplicable software a pplications

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduation from a n a ccredited college with a n a ssociate degree or 60 semester units or the equivalent. A dditional recent, related work experience may substitute for the educational requirement on a year for year basis. Experience: Four years of recent, paid work experience in the operation a nd maintenance of integrated solid waste collections. A t least two years of the recent, paid work experience must have included supervisory responsibilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Swananorcal