Job Description
Join the Western Lake Superior Sanitary District as our full-time Solid Waste Services Manager and play a vital role in transforming environmental practices in Duluth, Minnesota. This exciting position allows you to bring your environmental background to a collaborative team that values problem-solving and excellence. You will lead initiatives that directly impact community sustainability while ensuring safety and integrity in all solid waste operations.
If you're passionate about making a difference in public service and eager to innovate within a traditional yet forward-thinking culture, this opportunity is for you! With a competitive salary of $91,590 - $110,354, this position also offers a competitive benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PERA Retirement, Deferred Compensation Retirement, Life Insurance and a Flexible Spending Account. We invite you to apply and contribute to a cleaner, healthier community for future generations.
Hello, we're Western Lake Superior Sanitary District The Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD) is committed to preventing pollution and protecting the environment, including the region's most precious resource - Lake Superior. WLSSD treats all municipal and industrial sewage in the Duluth-Cloquet area. Founded as a special purpose unit of government created by the Minnesota Legislature in 1971 to address serious environmental pollution problems in the lower St. Louis River Basin, WLSSD provides wastewater and solid waste services and oversight for a 530 square mile region around Duluth, Minnesota.
What does a Solid Waste Services Manager do? As the Solid Waste Services Manager at Western Lake Superior Sanitary District, you will take the lead in overseeing the District's solid waste operations, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Your role is crucial in maintaining safe, efficient, and fiscally responsible operations across various facilities, including the transfer station, materials recovery center, yard waste and compost site, and the regional household hazardous waste facility. This is a leadership position with focuses on training and development, performance management, and providing oversight for the solid waste staff. By fostering a team-oriented environment, you will drive excellence and accountability, ultimately contributing to the District's goal of sustainable waste management and community stewardship.
What we're looking for in a Solid Waste Services Manager To excel as the Solid Waste Services Manager at Western Lake Superior Sanitary District, candidates must possess a comprehensive knowledge of solid waste operations and waste management technologies, as well as maintenance practices and procedures. Familiarity with permit rules and regulations related to compost and hazardous waste operations is essential, alongside a strong understanding of local, state, and federal regulations governing solid waste management. A solid grasp of financial management principles and budgeting practices is crucial for ensuring the fiscally responsible operation of facilities. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team across various locations while fostering a culture of accountability, particularly regarding safety engagement initiatives. Knowledge of safety work practices and procedures will further enhance operational excellence and promote a safe working environment for all staff.
A typical background for this role is a bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, geology, chemistry, planning, engineering or related field and four years' experience in solid waste management, engineering, planning or solid waste operations. Supervisory experience is preferred.
Our team needs you! We believe in taking care of our team, both on and off the job. That's why we offer a mobile-friendly application process - because we know your time is valuable. If you're ready to take your management skills to the next level and join a team that values hard work and good times, complete our application today! Western Lake Superior Sanitary District
Job Tags
Full time, Local area, Flexible hours,